Living Life Again – coMra for fibromyalgia, arthritis, back and hip pain. An interview with Barbara.

A Journey Toward Self-Healing: Barbara’s Experience with coMra Therapy

Barbara, an artist living in Alberta, Canada, describes her life as once being defined by high energy and physical activity. As a dedicated runner who often covered 20 kilometers a day while balancing a career and raising four children, she considered herself exceptionally healthy. However, about 20 years ago, she began experiencing persistent aches and pains that eventually led to a diagnosis of fibromyalgia.

The journey to reclaim her health was long and challenging. While acupuncture and physical therapy provided some relief through monthly maintenance, Barbara struggled to find a sustainable solution. The situation was further complicated when she was diagnosed with arthritis in her thumbs, which made simple daily tasks – like opening a jar or undoing a button – a painful struggle. She recalls the frustration of receiving cortisone injections, which were both uncomfortable and provided only fleeting relief.

Her experience with managing fibromyalgia was equally difficult. Initial medical interventions involved various medications for sleep and pain, but the side effects of antidepressants left her feeling disconnected from herself. Eventually, she made the decision to stop the medication, determined to find a more natural, empowering way to support her body’s healing.

Discovering coMra Therapy

Barbara’s introduction to coMra therapy marked a turning point. She first experienced the benefits of the coMra Delta and was so impressed by the results that she decided to invest in her own coMra device. She found the portability of the device ideal for her lifestyle, allowing her to take it with her while traveling or painting en plein air.

"I wanted to learn how to help myself," Barbara explains. "I wanted to know that there was a way to do that. The body can heal itself."

Today, Barbara is not 100% pain-free, but she describes her quality of life as significantly improved –"100% better than I was." She is once again physically active, walking for an hour or more every other day, and she can spend full days in her art studio without the need for naps. She also reports better sleep, noting that the nighttime arm pain she once suffered has subsided.

Integrating coMra into Daily Life

Barbara has seamlessly integrated coMra therapy into her daily routine. Whether she is enjoying her morning coffee while treating her thumbs or using the device in the evening to support her adrenal glands or address general stress and anxiety, she finds the process intuitive and effective. Her husband also uses the device for knee pain, and she has successfully used it to help her daughter ward off an oncoming migraine.

For Barbara, the device has become a trusted companion. "I have sticky notes inside my little box with treatments, so when I travel, I feel comfortable because I know if I have an issue, I have that to fall back on versus taking pills or pain medication," she says.

The Mind-Body Connection

Beyond the physical benefits, Barbara emphasizes the importance of the mind-body connection. She has come to understand how her thoughts can influence pain pathways and how shifting her perspective has been instrumental in her recovery.

Her advice to others who are struggling is to remain patient and consistent. "Problems don't start overnight; they take years to become problems, so it may take longer than you expect to heal," she notes. "But you will have the ability to help yourself with coMra."

By taking an active role in her own wellness, Barbara has successfully moved from a place of chronic pain and frustration to a life of renewed vitality and enjoyment.