Fibromyalgia in Clear Lake
Living with fibromyalgia's widespread pain and fatigue? See how gentle, individualized chiropractic care in Clear Lake, WI can be part of your management plan.
Chiropractic & fibromyalgia
Whole-person support for fibromyalgia
Also known as: Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS), Chronic Widespread Pain
Fibromyalgia's widespread pain, stiffness, and fatigue make even "good days" unpredictable. At Northern Roots Family Spinal Care, we offer gentle, individualized chiropractic care aimed at reducing spinal stress and supporting your nervous system as one part of how you manage symptoms day to day. Chiropractic care does not diagnose or cure fibromyalgia — if you haven't been diagnosed by a physician, we recommend starting there.
Signs and symptoms
- ✓Widespread muscle pain and tenderness in multiple areas of the body
- ✓Deep fatigue that doesn't improve with rest
- ✓Stiffness, especially in the morning or after sitting still
- ✓Sleep that doesn't feel restorative
- ✓Fibro fog — trouble concentrating or with short-term memory
- ✓Increased sensitivity to touch, pressure, temperature, or pain in general
- ✓Symptoms that flare with stress, weather changes, or overexertion
Common contributing factors
- Spinal joint stress and restricted motion, which can add to overall muscle tension
- Poor sleep quality, which is closely tied to symptom flares
- Chronic muscle guarding from pain that's been present for months or years
- Stress load, which is known to intensify fibromyalgia symptoms
- Deconditioning from reduced activity during flare periods
- Coexisting conditions such as tension headaches or TMJ tension, which are common alongside fibromyalgia
Our approach
How we support fibromyalgia in Clear Lake
- Step 1
Thorough exam
We assess your spine, posture, and muscle tension, and talk through your flare patterns and current diagnosis and management.
- Step 2
A clear, personalized plan
We build a gentle, adjustable plan around what your body can tolerate that week, not a fixed protocol.
- Step 3
Gentle treatment & pacing
Techniques are chosen to match your sensitivity level, and we adjust pace and pressure visit to visit based on how you're feeling.
The basics
Understanding fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia involves the nervous system processing pain signals differently than usual, which is part of why standard-intensity treatment can sometimes feel like too much. That's why our approach with fibromyalgia patients emphasizes gentleness and flexibility over a fixed protocol — some visits are light mobility and soft tissue work, others include a very targeted adjustment, always based on how you're doing that day.
Chiropractic care isn't a treatment for fibromyalgia itself, but for many patients it becomes one piece of a broader management plan that also includes their physician's guidance, sleep habits, gentle movement, and stress management.
$47 New Patient Special
$47
New patient special including a consultation with the doctor, a thorough chiropractic examination, the doctor’s report of findings, X-rays if necessary, your first treatment, and an MRI review.
When to talk to your physician first
We’re glad to work alongside your physician and any specialists managing your fibromyalgia — just let us know who’s on your care team. Start with your physician if:
- You haven’t been formally diagnosed with fibromyalgia
- You’re experiencing new or unexplained symptoms that haven’t been evaluated
- Your pain pattern or intensity changes significantly or suddenly
- You have questions about medication interactions with any physical treatment
- Symptoms are affecting your ability to function day to day and you don’t have a current management plan
What to expect at your first visit
Most first visits run 45–60 minutes, start to finish, though we’re happy to slow down or take breaks if you need to.
- Consultation — We talk through your diagnosis, flare patterns, and current management.
- Exam — A gentle assessment of your spine, posture, and muscle tension, respecting your sensitivity level.
- Report of findings — We explain what we found and how a gentle care plan might help, in plain language.
- First treatment — Light, individualized care based on how you’re feeling that day — never a fixed, forceful protocol.
A gentle, drug-free option — alongside your existing care
Many fibromyalgia patients already manage medication side effects and don’t want to add more. Gentle chiropractic care offers a drug-free option for muscle tension and joint stiffness, meant to complement — not replace — the medical management your physician has already put in place. Gentle therapeutic exercise can help rebuild tolerance without overloading sensitive areas.
Why Clear Lake-area patients choose Northern Roots Family Spinal Care
Dr. Chase O’Keefe adjusts his approach to fit each patient rather than applying a single technique to everyone, which matters especially for fibromyalgia patients who need care paced to their sensitivity level. We serve patients throughout Clear Lake, Turtle Lake, Amery, and the surrounding western Wisconsin communities looking for a gentle, drug-free piece to add to how they manage fibromyalgia.
If you’re looking for a gentle piece to add to your management plan, our New Patient Special makes your first visit easy, and you can book an appointment online in under a minute.
Why choose chiropractic
Gentle chiropractic support vs. no movement-based care
| Comparison factor | Gentle, individualized chiropractic care | No movement-based support |
|---|---|---|
| Paced to your sensitivity level | ✓Yes | ✕Not applicable |
| Drug-free | ✓Yes | ✕Not applicable |
| Coordinates with your physician's plan | ✓Yes | ✕No |
| Addresses muscle tension and joint stiffness | ✓Yes | ✕No |
| Adjustable visit to visit | ✓Yes | ✕No |
How we help
How chiropractic care supports fibromyalgia
Chiropractic Care
Gentle, precise chiropractic adjustments in Clear Lake, WI that restore motion to restricted joints and relieve back pain, neck pain, and headaches at the source.
Learn more →Wellness Care
Ongoing wellness chiropractic in Clear Lake, WI — catch small issues before they flare, stay aligned, and keep moving at your best with a personalized maintenance plan.
Learn more →Therapeutic Exercise
Corrective therapeutic exercise built into your chiropractic care plan in Clear Lake, WI — strengthen the body, hold your adjustments, and recover faster.
Learn more →Related conditions
Other conditions we treat in Clear Lake
Patient reviews
What our Clear Lake patients say
“So grateful for the care I’m getting here! I know I would not be this far along in recovering without chiropractic care!”
“First time going to this chiropractor. The chiropractic office was beautiful. The team that Dr. O'Keefe has was on point for customer service. Dr. O'Keefe was polite and kind. They did X-rays to see the problem areas. I've went to chiropractors that seemed annoyed or rushing you out of the office. That or they were not gentle when they were adjusting you. And you hurt worse afterwards. But not here Dr. O'Keefe was great. I will definitely keep going back. And will tell everyone about him.”
“Very grateful to have found them. A neighbor recommended to me. Dr O'Keefe is very knowledgeable and and detailed. Evaluates the problem and comes up with a plan to help it. Very satisfied!”
Can chiropractic care cure fibromyalgia?+
No. There's no cure for fibromyalgia. Our gentle care is meant to be one supportive piece of a broader management plan, not a standalone treatment or cure.
Will adjustments hurt if I'm sensitive to touch?+
We adjust our pressure and technique to your comfort level every visit, and we're glad to do lighter mobility and soft tissue work instead of a traditional adjustment when that's what your body needs that day.
Do I need a diagnosis before I come in?+
If you haven't been diagnosed, we recommend seeing your physician first so your symptoms are properly evaluated. If you're already diagnosed, bring whatever information you have to your first visit.
Will this interfere with my current medications or treatment?+
Chiropractic care doesn't typically interact with medication, but we'll ask about your current management plan so we can coordinate rather than conflict with it.
How often will I need to come in?+
This depends on your flare patterns and how your body responds. We'll discuss a realistic schedule at your first visit and adjust as needed.
What if a visit makes me feel worse?+
Tell us right away. We'll scale back intensity and adjust your plan — the goal is always to support you, not add to your symptom load.
Is this covered by insurance?+
Coverage varies by plan. Our front desk can help you understand your specific benefits — just ask when you call.
What if I have more questions?+
Reach out any time and our team will be glad to help.