Get fast access to expert diagnosis, management and treatment for fibromyalgia
Living with fibromyalgia can affect many aspects of your daily life. From widespread pain and persistent fatigue to difficulty sleeping and problems with concentration, the condition can have a significant impact on your physical and emotional wellbeing.
At The Cavell Hospital, you can access private fibromyalgia treatment in Enfield with prompt specialist assessment, personalised treatment plans, and ongoing support tailored to your individual symptoms. If you're struggling with ongoing pain or have recently been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, our team can help you better understand your condition and explore ways to improve your quality of life.
Our focus is on helping you manage your symptoms effectively, improve your day-to-day function, and regain confidence in your health.
Fibromyalgia can be complex to diagnose because its symptoms often overlap with other conditions. Your assessment will be carried out by an experienced consultant who will take the time to understand your symptoms, medical history, and how your condition is affecting your daily life.
During your consultation, you'll have the opportunity to discuss your concerns in detail, ask questions, and explore the treatment options available to you.
Because fibromyalgia affects everyone differently, treatment is tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Your consultant will work with you to develop a personalised management plan that may include medication, physiotherapy, lifestyle changes, and other supportive treatments designed to help you manage your symptoms more effectively.
Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes widespread pain and tenderness throughout your body. It can also lead to a range of other symptoms, including extreme tiredness, sleep disturbances, memory difficulties, and problems with concentration, sometimes referred to as "fibro fog".
While the exact cause of fibromyalgia is not fully understood, it is believed to affect how your nervous system processes pain signals, making your body more sensitive to pain than usual.
Although there is currently no cure for fibromyalgia, many people are able to manage their symptoms successfully with the right combination of treatments and lifestyle adjustments.
The cost of your fibromyalgia treatment will depend on what treatment you are recommended, which consultant you choose, and various other factors personal to you. You’ll always be given an exact price before agreeing to any treatment.
You can choose to fund your treatment through self-pay (paying for yourself) or use private health insurance. We work with most major providers, and our friendly advisory team can help guide you through using your cover.
Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your payment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest-free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 9.9% APR.
Because fibromyalgia affects people in different ways, you may see a range of specialists depending on your symptoms and how they impact your daily life.
Your initial assessment may be carried out by a consultant rheumatologist, who specialises in conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. Rheumatologists are often involved in diagnosing fibromyalgia and helping to rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms.
Depending on your needs, your care may also involve pain management specialists, physiotherapists, psychologists, occupational therapists, or other healthcare professionals who can support different aspects of your condition.
At The Cavell Hospital, your treatment is tailored to your symptoms and goals. Where appropriate, your consultant may work alongside other specialists to ensure you receive comprehensive support and a personalised treatment plan.
Fibromyalgia can cause a wide variety of symptoms that differ from person to person.
The most common symptom is widespread pain that affects multiple areas of your body. You may also experience fatigue that doesn't improve with rest, disturbed sleep, headaches, muscle stiffness, and increased sensitivity to pain.
Many people with fibromyalgia also report difficulties with memory, concentration, and mental clarity. Some experience digestive symptoms, dizziness, anxiety, or low mood alongside their physical symptoms.
Because symptoms can fluctuate over time, you may notice periods where they become more severe before improving again.
There is no single test that can confirm fibromyalgia. Instead, diagnosis is usually based on your symptoms, medical history, and a clinical assessment carried out by a specialist.
Your consultant may ask detailed questions about your pain, sleep patterns, energy levels, and any other symptoms you are experiencing. In some cases, blood tests or other investigations may be recommended to rule out conditions that can cause similar symptoms.
Receiving an accurate diagnosis can help provide reassurance and ensure you receive the most appropriate support and treatment moving forward.
Fibromyalgia treatment focuses on helping you manage symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Depending on your symptoms, your treatment plan may include medication to help manage pain, improve sleep, or address associated symptoms such as anxiety or depression.
Many patients also benefit from physiotherapy, which can help improve mobility, strength, and overall physical function. Gentle exercise programmes are often recommended because regular movement can help reduce pain and improve energy levels over time.
Your consultant may also discuss lifestyle changes, pacing techniques, stress management strategies, and other supportive approaches that can help you better manage your condition on a day-to-day basis.
Although exercise may feel challenging when you're living with chronic pain, carefully managed physical activity is often an important part of fibromyalgia treatment.
A physiotherapist can help you develop a personalised exercise programme that takes your symptoms, fitness level, and goals into account.
Treatment may include stretching exercises, low-impact aerobic activity, strengthening exercises, and techniques designed to improve flexibility and posture. The aim is to help you stay active without worsening your symptoms.
By gradually increasing activity levels at a pace that works for you, physiotherapy can help improve function, reduce stiffness, and support long-term symptom management.
While there is no single medication that treats fibromyalgia itself, certain medicines can help manage specific symptoms and improve your quality of life. Depending on your symptoms, your consultant may recommend medication to help reduce pain, improve sleep quality, or manage associated symptoms such as anxiety or low mood.
Not every medication works in the same way for every person, which is why treatment is often tailored to your individual needs. Your consultant will discuss the potential benefits and side effects of any medication and work with you to find the most appropriate approach.
Living with a long-term condition such as fibromyalgia can affect both your physical and emotional wellbeing. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a structured talking therapy that can help you develop practical strategies for managing the challenges associated with chronic pain and fatigue.
CBT does not suggest that your symptoms are psychological. Instead, it focuses on helping you understand how thoughts, behaviours, stress, and coping mechanisms can influence your experience of symptoms. Many people find that CBT helps them feel more confident managing flare-ups, improving sleep habits, reducing stress, and maintaining daily activities despite ongoing symptoms.
As part of a wider treatment plan, CBT can be a valuable tool in helping you improve your overall quality of life and regain a greater sense of control over your condition.
While fibromyalgia is a long-term condition, many people find that understanding their symptoms and developing effective coping strategies can make a significant difference to their quality of life.
Learning how to manage activity levels, prioritise rest, improve sleep habits, and recognise symptom triggers can all help reduce the impact fibromyalgia has on your daily routine.
Your treatment plan should support not only your physical symptoms but also your overall wellbeing, helping you maintain independence and continue participating in the activities that matter most to you.
When you choose to go private with Circle Health Group, you can expect:
Going private for healthcare provides faster access to a vast range of treatment options, greater flexibility in choosing specialists, and more personalised care.
To book a consultation to discuss fibromyalgia with a specialist near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.
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