Expert care in Aiken and Hilton Head Island for long-term pain and fatigue management
Fibromyalgia is a complex, often misunderstood condition that affects millions of Americans—particularly women over the age of 40. Characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and sleep disturbances, fibromyalgia can drastically reduce quality of life. Many patients spend years bouncing between doctors and medications, often with little success.
At Novo Wellness Center, with locations in Aiken and Hilton Head Island, we take a different approach. Our interventional pain management treatments offer real relief by targeting the physical mechanisms behind chronic pain—without relying solely on prescription medications.
Fibromyalgia is thought to result from a combination of central nervous system sensitization, imbalanced neurotransmitters, hormonal dysregulation, and systemic inflammation. This leads to heightened pain sensitivity and persistent discomfort even in the absence of tissue damage.
“Fibromyalgia is real, and it’s not just in your head,” says Dr. William Durrett, Medical Director at Novo Wellness. “It involves both neurological and physical components, which is why treating it requires a multifaceted approach.”
Common symptoms include:
Diffuse body aches and tender points
Chronic fatigue and morning stiffness
Poor sleep quality
Brain fog or trouble concentrating (“fibro fog”)
Headaches or migraines
Coexisting issues like IBS, anxiety, or depression
For patients in Aiken and Hilton Head who’ve tried everything from antidepressants to dietary changes, image-guided pain procedures can offer a breakthrough. These treatments target key pain generators—often in the spine, nerves, or muscles—that contribute to the pain amplification seen in fibromyalgia.
Common interventional options include:
Many fibromyalgia patients have localized “knots” of tight muscle (myofascial trigger points) that worsen overall pain. Injections using a small amount of anesthetic or saline can relieve tension and improve mobility.
By blocking pain signals from overactive peripheral nerves, these injections can “reset” pain pathways and offer temporary or long-term relief. For fibromyalgia, sympathetic nerve blocks may be helpful.
For patients with co-occurring chronic headaches or migraines, this targeted injection at the base of the skull can significantly reduce symptoms.
Some fibromyalgia patients benefit from cellular therapy injections that support tissue healing, modulate inflammation, and calm overactive pain signals.
“These therapies don’t cure fibromyalgia,” says Dr. Durrett, “but they can help calm the system, reduce flare-ups, and give patients their life back—especially when combined with lifestyle support.”
While fibromyalgia is often approached with pharmaceuticals, recent studies highlight the benefit of physical and interventional approaches:
A 2021 article in Pain Research and Management found that patients receiving trigger point injections had “clinically significant reductions in fibromyalgia pain intensity and improved quality of life metrics.”
A 2020 review in The Clinical Journal of Pain emphasized that sympathetic nerve blocks may help with both fibromyalgia and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), noting their role in dampening central pain sensitization.
At Novo Wellness, we never use a cookie-cutter protocol. We understand that fibromyalgia symptoms can fluctuate, and that every patient presents differently.
Here’s what to expect:
Comprehensive Consultation – We’ll review your full history, pain patterns, fatigue levels, past treatments, and related diagnoses.
Physical and Neurological Exam – To identify pain generators, trigger points, and mechanical contributors.
Collaborative Care Plan – May include injections, IV therapy, hormone optimization, sleep support, and anti-inflammatory strategies.
Ongoing Review – We adjust treatment based on your results, flare-up patterns, and lifestyle goals.
“The best outcomes happen when we treat both the pain and the person,” says Dr. Durrett. “It’s about partnership.”
Fibromyalgia can be isolating. Many of our local patients come to us feeling unheard or discouraged. Here’s what a recent Hilton Head patient shared:
“I didn’t think anything could help. But the nerve block gave me a break from the constant pain. Now I can sleep, walk more, and actually enjoy my life again.”
We often pair interventional treatments with IV therapy for magnesium, Vitamin B12, and glutathione, which may reduce oxidative stress and support nervous system regulation. Hormone testing—especially cortisol, thyroid, and sex hormones—can also reveal imbalances that contribute to fatigue and inflammation.
If you’ve been struggling with fibromyalgia and are tired of temporary fixes, our team at Novo Wellness is here to help. We’ll listen to your story, validate your experience, and build a plan that supports real relief—right here in South Carolina.
Aiken, SC Location
