Sticks and Stones

The Miscarriage of Pain Information: A Case Study from Our Physio Clinic in Athlone

STICKS AND STONES MAY BREAK MY BONES BUT NAMES CAN ALSO HURT ME! The reason I’ve rephrased this well-known rhyme is because of what I call the miscarriage of pain information. Yes, sticks and stones can break your bones, but the idea that words cannot hurt you is quite misleading. Here’s a story from aContinue reading

What is Fibromyalgia?

What Do We Know About Fibromyalgia in 2024? Is an early diagnosis of fibromyalgia accurate, or is it sometimes a way of saying, “I don’t know why you’re in pain, so here’s a label for your troubles”? Understanding Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by widespread pain that affects the soft tissue. The term itselfContinue reading