I need advice on finding a Dr. to treat fibromyalgia

Dear Ask The Doctor: Any advice on what type of doctor to go to for treatment of fibromyalgia? i got diagnosed by a rhumatologist.. she passed me off to my family doc.. he didn't understand how to treat me so i went to a new internist.. she doesn't know much either.. pain management is next but im not hopeful.. thanks for any advice!

Dear Faith: Any of the following specialists are very qualified to treat you: Physical Medicine and rehabilitation, Pain management, Internal Medicine or the Rheumatologist. The most important therapy for muscle pain is regular, low-impact exercise. Keeping muscles conditioned and healthy by exercising three times a week decreases the amount of discomfort. It is important to try low-stress exercises such as walking, swimming, water aerobics, and biking rather than muscle-straining exercises such as weight training. Besides helping with tenderness, regular exercises can also boost energy levels and help her with sleep. No single treatment will take away all the symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. But most people do get some relief by trying a combination of therapies.’Lyrica’, ‘Cymbalta’ and Savella, These are the only three drugs approved by the U.S. FDA for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Lyrica is an antiseizure medication, while Cymbalta and Savella are antidepressants. All three have been shown to reduce the pain of fibromyalgia. Flexeril: This muscle relaxant not only decreases muscle pain but also improves sleep. Mirapex: This drug is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. When used to treat fibromyalgia, it may reduce pain in 80% of patients. Low doses of antidepressant medication are used in patients with chronic and difficult to treat pain, because these medicines improve sleep and decrease pain as well as eliminate depression. Biofeedback and relaxation techniques: Besides lessening pain, these therapies also decrease the number of tender points. Acupuncture: Multiple studies have shown that acupuncture can decrease tender point pain. Tender point injections: Steroid or lidocaine injections into a painful area may provide temporary relief. Massage therapy: This can help relax and soothe painful muscles.