Fibromyalgia Caused By The Lack Of Blood Flow?

Has anyone else considered that a lack of blood flow, either to the joints themselves or the part of the brain that controls pain sensors, may be a cause of the condition? Even before being diagnosed with fibro, my hands and feet have been ice cold year-round (poor circulation/ blood flow).

I started researching this topic and asking my rheumatologist about the possibility after I made a list of the only things that have helped me feel better- learning that each of these activities increases blood flow... massage, yoga, hot tub usage.

My doctor said he thought I was onto something, but there's not a safe medication to prescribe that would increase my blood flow significantly enough to make a difference.

Does anyone else think blood flow is worth looking into further?