Social connection and fibromyalgia

Finding opportunities for social connection and meaningful activity is an important component of self-management, and something that can be supported by the patient’s treating team.

A strong therapeutic relationship between the treating team and patient is crucial to facilitating a patient’s social reconnection.

Mutual support from peers can have a positive effect. The state affiliate organisations of Arthritis Australia maintain fibromyalgia support groups. See the Arthritis Australia website for contact details.

For more information on the role of social connection in pain management, see Social connection and chronic pain.