A recent issue of the New England Journal of Medicine contains a study suggesting that Tai Chi may ease the pain and discomfort associated with fibromyalgia. Tai Chi, the ancient practice of slow movement, breathing and meditation may reduce pain because of its focus on the mind-body connection.
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Although men and women can be equal in many things, there are just some areas where the two sexes differ radically. One of those areas is in the development and pain associated with chronic diseases such as fibromyalgia. And, it is not because women have a lower threshold for pain, either. A new study has found that fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, and interstitial cystitis symptoms all worsen with the onset of menstruation.
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