Indianapolis fibromyalgia disability attorney

Fibromyalgia

There has been some controversy surrounding fibromyalgia both within and without the medical profession. Some people who are not informed about medical issues doubt whether this disorder should be taken seriously. Some medical professionals disagree with the best ways to diagnose and treat it.

The truth is this: fibromyalgia is a real medical condition that seriously affects its victims.

Symptoms of Fibromyalgia

Common symptoms associated with fibromyalgia are:

• Chronic, widespread pain
• Hypersensitivity to light touch
• Muscle spasms
• Muscle weakness

Difficulties with Seeking Disability Benefits for Fibromyalgia

Naturally these chronic symptoms can severely interfere with a person's life, even their ability to hold down steady work. Sadly, people who apply for fibromyalgia disability benefits often encounter many obstacles. These obstacles tend to have two main causes:

• Misinformation. Many people are uninformed about fibromyalgia, and therefore do not take it as seriously as they should. Unfortunately this group can include employers and judges.
• Complications with diagnosis. Fibromyalgia does not generally show up in laboratory tests, meaning that doctors can only diagnose it by eliminating other possibilities. This kind of evidence can be difficult to demonstrate in court.

How an Indianapolis Disability Attorney Can Help

At the Charles D. Hankey Law Office, we have the knowledge and experience necessary to help you with your Indianapolis fibromyalgia disability claim. We will work with you and your health care providers to build a comprehensive body of empirical evidence to present in court.