Fibromyalgia

Interventional treatment when other approaches have not worked

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Dra. Denise Vázquez, Interventional Pain Specialist

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Dra. Denise Vázquez

Interventional Pain Specialist · Pain Medicine ABC Medical Center Observatorio, Mexico City

Specialist in the interventional management of chronic pain, with a particular focus on fibromyalgia and central sensitization syndromes. When conventional treatments have not worked, there is a different path.

What is it?

About this condition

Fibromyalgia is a widespread chronic pain syndrome accompanied by fatigue, sleep disturbances, and heightened sensitivity. It is frequently underdiagnosed and undertreated. The interventional approach offers real options when conventional treatments are not enough.

Common symptoms

How does it present?

  • Widespread pain in muscles and joints
  • Chronic fatigue and non-restorative sleep
  • Increased sensitivity to touch (allodynia)
  • Frequent headaches and migraines
  • Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
  • Associated irritable bowel syndrome

Interventional approach

Treatment options

Each case is evaluated individually. The treatment plan is defined at the first appointment.

Spinal cord stimulation

For patients with severe fibromyalgia refractory to other treatments, spinal stimulation modulates central pain perception.

Diagnostic-therapeutic nerve blocks

Identify and treat specific pain foci that amplify central sensitization.

Pulsed radiofrequency at trigger points

Deactivates persistent muscular pain points that feed the chronic pain cycle.

Multimodal pain management

Comprehensive plan combining interventional procedures with pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies tailored to each patient.

Have questions about your case?

In the first consultation we evaluate your complete history and explain what options exist for your specific situation.

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ABC Medical Center Observatorio · Office 514 · +52 55 4499 1139

Frequently asked questions

FAQ · Fibromyalgia

Is fibromyalgia real or "all in the head"? +
It is completely real. There is solid evidence of alterations in central pain processing in fibromyalgia patients, with measurable changes in the nervous system.
Which doctor treats fibromyalgia? +
The interventional pain specialist is the right expert when pain does not respond to first-line treatments. They work in coordination with rheumatology and psychiatry as needed.
Does interventional treatment work for fibromyalgia? +
Yes, especially in patients with intense localized pain or when there is a neuropathic component. It is not the sole treatment, but part of a comprehensive plan.
How long does treatment last? +
Fibromyalgia management is long-term. Interventional treatments are combined with maintenance strategies to sustain improvement over time.

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