Fibromyalgia: Prevention

To prevent fibromyalgia, attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.

Behavioral risk factors

  • Consumption of stimulants
    • Tobacco (smoking)
  • Physical activity
    • Physical inactivity
  • Psycho-social situation
    • Emotional stress
    • Stress in the workplace
  • Overweight (BMI ≥ 25; obesity).