The Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Center ("the Center") is a nonprofit organization dedicated to an integrative approach to help people with fibromyalgia (FM) and other chronic pain conditions manage their symptoms, improve their functionality, and increase their quality of life. The Center is located in the Kinesiology and Health Science Complex on the campus of California State University, Fullerton.

Mission

The mission of the Center is to advance research, education, and professional practice related to FM and other chronic pain disorders. The Center’s philosophy is based on an integrated approach to symptom management, including

• Psycho-social & cognitive-behavioral strategies
• Stress management
• Physical activity interventions
• Balance and mobility training
• Nutrition & weight management
• Acupuncture & manual therapies
• Pharmacological therapies

Goals

• Conduct interdisciplinary research
• Provide training for students and professionals
• Facilitate support and education for persons with FM and other chronic pain conditions, including their significant others
• Offer a variety of physical, health, and mobility assessments
• Conduct health, fitness, and rehabilitation programs
• Raise public awareness about FM and other chronic pain conditions, and its effects on individuals, their families, and significant others

UPCOMING EVENTS

Celebrate You!!
Fibromyalgia Awareness Day 2012
Sunday, May 6, 2012
10:30am - 2:00pm
KHS 199
California State University, Fullerton

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Register here!

UPCOMING RESEARCH STUDIES

NOW RECRUITING!!

Adolescents (12-18 years old) with Juvenile Fibromyalgia Syndrome & Parent/Guardian participation desired
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Women 18-70 years old with fibromyalgia
6-week Group Empowerment Drumming Intervention
June - July 2012
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