About Secondary Fibromyalgia
Key Highlights
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Multidisciplinary care led by a pediatric orthopedic specialist familiar with childhood musculoskeletal disorders.Focuses on treating the underlying orthopedic cause to alleviate secondary widespread pain.Personalized, non-operative treatment plans including physical therapy and pain management.Aims to restore function, improve sleep, and enhance overall quality of life for the child.Involves family education and support for long-term management.
Who is this surgery for?
- Child presenting with chronic, widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue following a diagnosed orthopedic condition.
- Pain and tenderness at specific tender points, unresponsive to standard treatment for the primary issue.
- Conditions like Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hypermobility type), or chronic regional pain syndrome post-injury.
- Significant functional impairment in daily activities, school attendance, or sleep due to pain.
- Exclusion of other systemic illnesses (e.g., lupus, thyroid disorders) as the primary cause of symptoms.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical history review and detailed physical examination focusing on pain mapping and tender points.
- Diagnostic tests (blood work, imaging like X-rays or MRI) to confirm and assess the underlying orthopedic condition.
- Consultations with pediatric rheumatology, neurology, or pain specialists to rule out other causes.
- Psychological assessment to evaluate the impact of pain on mood and to prepare for cognitive-behavioral strategies.
- Family education session to set realistic expectations about the chronic nature of pain and the multidisciplinary management plan.
Risks & possible complications
- Potential for minimal improvement if the underlying condition is not adequately controlled.
- Side effects from medications used for pain management (e.g., gastrointestinal issues, drowsiness).
- Risk of deconditioning or muscle weakness if exercise is not properly graded and supervised.
- Psychological distress, including anxiety or depression, related to chronic pain.
- Challenges with treatment adherence due to the long-term, non-curative nature of the management plan.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a gradual process focused on functional improvement rather than a cure.
- Structured, graded exercise program under a physical therapist to rebuild strength and endurance.
- Regular follow-ups with the orthopedic team to monitor progress and adjust the treatment plan.
- Implementation of pain coping strategies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and relaxation techniques.
- Ongoing family support and possible school accommodations to facilitate normal childhood activities.
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Typical hospital stay: Typically outpatient (0 days); admission only for complex diagnostic workups or severe flare-ups.
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Expected recovery time: Ongoing management; initial functional improvements may be seen in 3-6 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering secondary fibromyalgia in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform secondary fibromyalgia. MediFyr helps you compare pediatric orthopedics and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for secondary fibromyalgia compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 50 Thousand – 200 Thousand | Typically outpatient (0 days); admission only for complex diagnostic workups or severe flare-ups. | ~ Ongoing management; initial functional improvements may be seen in 3-6 months. | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 175 Thousand – 700 Thousand | Typically outpatient (0 days); admission only for complex diagnostic workups or severe flare-ups. | ~ Ongoing management; initial functional improvements may be seen in 3-6 months. | Know More |
James Khan is a 14-year-old high...
James Khan is a 14-year-old high school freshman and aspiring soccer player. He was a healthy, active boy until six months ago when he began experiencing persistent, widespread pain in his shoulders, back, and legs after a minor fall during a game. The pain didn't improve with rest and was accompanied by crushing fatigue and 'brain fog' that made concentrating in school nearly impossible. His pediatrician, after ruling out other conditions, diagnosed him with Secondary Fibromyalgia, likely triggered by the physical and emotional stress of his injury. His orthopedic specialist recommended a comprehensive, pediatric-focused treatment plan, not a single procedure. This included gentle, guided physical therapy to rebuild strength without flare-ups, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to manage pain perception, a strict sleep hygiene routine, and family education. The initial weeks were frustrating for James; progress felt slow and he missed his team. However, after three months of consistent work, he began to have more 'good days.' He can now attend full school days, do light training, and manage flares with coping strategies. Emotionally, he journeyed from anger and despair at losing his athletic identity to cautious hope. He's learning to redefine strength, focusing on resilience and management rather than a cure, and feels supported by his care team and family.
Pediatric Orthopedics for Secondary Fibromyalgia
Explore experienced pediatric orthopedics who regularly perform secondary fibromyalgia and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 14 Years Experience
- Pediatric Orthopedics
Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Ghaziabad
- 23 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata