Preventing Fibro Flares

May 8, 2026

Preventing Fibro Flares

Poor sleep, adrenal fatigue, stress are all triggers of fibro flares

Author

Rodger Murphree
May 08, 2026

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and tenderness in specific areas of the body. While the exact cause of fibromyalgia is not fully understood, research suggests that stress can play a significant role in the development and exacerbation of symptoms.

Stress is one of the most common triggers of fibromyalgia flare-ups and pain conditions.  Being under constant stress depletes the body of the necessary coping hormones needed to keep the body functioning properly.

Stress can trigger or worsen fibromyalgia symptoms through various mechanisms. When a person is under stress, their body releases stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, which can increase inflammation and pain sensitivity in the body.

Chronic stress can also weaken the immune system and disrupt the body’s natural pain-regulating systems, making individuals more susceptible to experiencing pain and fatigue.

Additionally, stress can contribute to the development of fibromyalgia by disrupting sleep patterns, causing muscle tension and stiffness, and increasing feelings of anxiety and depression – all of which are common symptoms of fibromyalgia.

Stressful thoughts and emotions can have a significant impact on the gut-brain axis, which is the bidirectional communication system between the brain and the gut. When a person experiences stress, whether it be acute or chronic, it can trigger a cascade of physiological responses in the body, including in the gut.

Stress can disrupt the balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiome, alter gut motility, increase gut permeability (leaky gut), and trigger inflammation in the gut.

Managing stress and correcting adrenal fatigue is key fro reducng and or eliminating fibro flares.

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