Treating Fibromyalgia in Saubusse in the Heart of the Landes
What is fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a poorly understood rheumatic condition that was first identified in 1977 by Canadian authors Smythe and Moldofsky.
The existence of chronic pain without a known cause has been recognized for a long time.
This syndrome combines chronic diffuse pain, often intense fatigue, and sleep disturbances. Other manifestations may be associated in varying degrees.
Clinical examination inconsistently identifies tender points upon pressure.
These manifestations currently have no known physiological explanations and do not present biological anomalies.
This syndrome primarily affects women between the ages of 30 and 50.
Since its description in 1977, extensive research has been devoted to fibromyalgia. Since 2006, fibromyalgia has been recognized as an independent entity in the 10th revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Chronic Pain as the Primary Symptom
Chronic pain is the hallmark of fibromyalgia. It is unique: diffuse, persistent, and variable. "The pain, always widespread and diffuse, can start at the neck and shoulders, then spread to other parts of the body, especially the back, chest, arms, and legs.
It is constant but worsens with effort, cold, humidity, emotions, and lack of sleep, and is accompanied by morning stiffness."
In terms of these diffuse pains, some authors suggest that pain should extend to at least 11 locations out of the 18 typically affected to confirm the diagnosis.
Pain, memory problems, difficulty concentrating, attention issues, and fatigue lead to difficulties in daily activities.
Fibromyalgia has familial and social repercussions, including difficulty staying employed, self-isolation, and reduced quality of life, as reported by patients.
The French National Academy of Medicine notes that intense and/or prolonged pain or patients' erratic journey through the healthcare system often lead to depressive reactions, and that patients with chronic pain, when evaluated using depression scales, are typically rated at pathological levels.
The symptoms expressed by fibromyalgia patients (fatigue, sleep disturbances, headaches, cognitive slowing) resemble those of a depressive syndrome.
Drug prescription
Patients with fibromyalgia syndrome have a prescription from a general practitioner in more than 80% of cases
Whatever the data sources, we note that the therapeutic classes most prescribed by general practitioners and other specialists (particularly private rheumatologists) are in order of frequency: first analgesics and antidepressants, then antiepileptics and anxiolytics-hypnotics
Non-Drug Prescribing: A Holistic Approach
Non-drug treatments are to be addressed as a priority and are of fundamental importance in the treatment of fibromyalgia. It is a multidisciplinary care that the patient must put in place on his own.
Even if psychological support is one of the pillars of fibromyalgia care,
Sophrology, hypnosis, relaxation, yoga ... can greatly contribute to non-drug management of the anxiety-depressive syndromes of fibromyalgia and are therefore of great interest in the overall approach to treatment.
Sometimes there is a need for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which will allow the brain to better process and process the pain and altered messages it receives.
CBTs have shown their effectiveness in terms of pain, function, fatigue and mood.
The best responses were observed in patients with high levels of stress and disability and also in those suffering for a shorter time.
Your Covered Thermal Cure with Reimbursement by Social Security
The Saubusse thermal baths are proud to be conventioned by Social Security, allowing our clients to benefit from reimbursement for their thermal cure. This convention reflects our commitment to providing quality care recognized for its health benefits.
For reimbursement by Social Security, the thermal cure must be prescribed by a doctor and last for three consecutive weeks, or 18 days of treatment.
At the Saubusse thermal baths, we are here to support you at every stage of your cure, ensuring you receive the appropriate treatments in a professional and caring environment. Our qualified medical team is available to answer your questions and guide you throughout your stay.
Place of the Thermal Cure in the Management of Fibromyalgia at Saubusse Thermal Baths
For fibromyalgia patients, Saubusse thermal baths offer two levels of care: a traditional rheumatology-oriented cure, proven to be beneficial for fibromyalgia, and a special fibromyalgia program with a more targeted approach to the condition.
Traditional Rheumatology-Oriented Thermal Cure
The rheumatology-oriented thermal cure is a natural alternative that has proven its effectiveness in managing fibromyalgia.
This comprehensive three-week program at Saubusse is a relaxing environment where patients can share their experiences and benefit from the therapeutic properties of the mineral thermal water sourced from Saubusse.
Gradually, patients begin to move forward and no longer feel isolated in their daily battle.
The Saubusse thermal cure, with its multidisciplinary approach based on the soothing, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and relaxing properties of the Saubusse thermal waters, helps improve quality of life for patients.
Key Treatments Include:
- Thermal Mud Treatments (Pélotherapy): Applied as poultices directly on the skin or in baths, thermal mud helps reduce joint pain and relax muscles.
- Hydrotherapy Treatments: The thermal waters have analgesic properties that help relieve joint pain, reduce stress and anxiety, and are offered in the form of baths, pools, local showers, jet showers, and massages.
Special Fibromyalgia Program at Saubusse
Saubusse also offers a special Fibromyalgia program that can be added to the rheumatology-oriented cure.
This special Fibromyalgia program includes:
6 sessions of DOME INOVO INFRA RED LONG :
Long infrared rays provide pain relief through toxin elimination on contact.
Tendons and connective tissues are heated deep into the tissues, contributing to local anti-inflammatory action. Long infrared rays may also help reduce body fat and excess weight.
6 sessions of HUBER 360:
The Huber 360 multi-axis platform helps tone deep muscles through personalized vibratory and oscillatory movements.
6 sessions of SATISFORM:
The Satisform table uses oscillations and traction for preventive and therapeutic purposes, with proven results for fibromyalgia patients (relieving stiffness, gentle mobilization, increased range of motion, etc.).
The benefits of thermal medicine for fibromyalgia patients are now clearly established in medical research.
The comprehensive, multidisciplinary care (including massages by physiotherapists, hydrojets, local mud applications, mobilizations in the pool, etc.) along with specific treatments (infrared dome, Huber 360, oscillating Satisform table) at Saubusse thermal baths not only help reduce pain intensity but also lower stress and anxiety levels. The patient will also experience better sleep quality while reducing the need for sedatives, painkillers, and anxiolytics.
