Chronic illnesses like fibromyalgia are notoriously difficult to diagnose, and often, symptoms are characteristic of other conditions. People may live with fibromyalgia for years, never knowing why they are suffering with such severe pain. What may be worse is that they can be diagnosed with another condition entirely and not receive the medical attention they need. Their work, relationships, and daily lives can be adversely impacted, with no answers or relief. Now, a researcher from the University of Grenada has developed a new tool to accurately diagnose fibromyalgia. The unlikely method concentrates on the way a person walks, and when combined with specific diagnostic criteria, is very reliable in diagnosing the condition.

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