The Tension Myositis Syndrome Wiki

This website is written by a group of people who suffered from terrible pain (and other symptoms) until they discovered ideas first popularized by John Sarno, MD. These ideas have transformed our lives and we hope that they will transform yours as well. Best wishes, The Executive Council of PPD/TMS Peer Network (the PTPN) Click here to check out our new discussion forum! It's a great way to show your support for your grassroots TMS nonprofit, while sharing your ideas or getting help from people who have recovered. Just learning about TMS/PPD? Already know about TMS, but new to the wiki? For medical or mental health practitioners Our goal is to create a 501(c)(3) public charity to run the wiki and help spread the word about TMS. We have incorporated as a nonprofit in Massachusetts and are in the process of submitting 501(c)3 paperwork to the IRS. Click here to learn more about our organization. Highlights of the Wiki (The best way to explore the wiki is through the sidebar menu) We have special home pages for For people just learning about TMS/PPD, including So You Think You Might Have TMS and For TMSers new to the wiki For TMS practitioners, including our Conflict of Interest Policy. For the Media, including a Press Pack, information on how you can set up an interview, and lists of the most well known Celebrity Advocates and media coverage of TMS. Structured Educational Program that contains daily activities to do while you try to recover from TMS/PPD. User pages What Helped Me the Most, by rdgray From Wheelchair to Ice Skates: My Success Story, by Pandamonium Rapid Recovery from RSI, by Brian Jackson Success Stories by Symptoms & Diagnoses including information on each symptom and corresponding success stories TMS doctors and therapists, including Information on structured programs, help decoding practitioner degrees (what does LCSW mean after all?!), and our own survey for TMS practitioners Medical Evidence that supports TMS theory divided by an Annotated Bibliography with summaries of significant research and a Master Bibliography of all TMS relevant research. Question & Answer section where leading TMS practitioners respond to questions from TMS patients. Books & DVDs page has information on TMS and mind-body books that the TMS community have found useful. Other Resources, including information on affirmations, the 20/20 segment on John Sarno and TMS, the self-talk dialogue, and much more. TMS FAQs, including How do I journal?, How do I Meditate, How to ignore crippling pain, and many more. Promoting TMS Awareness, contains Tips on writing a letter to your doctor. About the TMS Wiki, including After you created an account, mission statement, and TMS Wiki Frequently Asked Questions. Helping Out on the Wiki, including User Pages, "About" pages, and Policies and Guidelines. Accessibility Note

Weekly Peer Support Drop-in Chat every Saturday 12-1 PM, PST (California) 3-4 PM, EST (New York) 8-9 PM, GMT (United Kingdom) Click here to check your time zone Click Here to Join TMS in: Español Français Português Announcements Accepting the TMS/PPD diagnosis can be very challenging for some people. PPD Practitioner, Alan Gordon, addresses this topic in a recent Q&A with an Expert article entitled, Is it PPD or a real structural issue. This article will help you view your doubt in a new way! Dr. Peter Zafirides has made the latest addition to the wiki's Q&A with an Expert program. Dr. Zafirides answered three questions: What's the best way for me to deal with my fear I have a lot of stress. Is is 'safe' for me to start a program? Can I start TMS treatment while still taking pain medicines? In the most recent episode of the Healthy Mind Radio show, host Peter Zaifirdes interviews PPD practitioner Howard Schubiner. This is a fantastic discussion between two of the most well known TMS/PPD practitioners in the field today. To access the video go to the Healthy Mind Website. Dr. John Stracks has made the latest addition to the wiki's Q&A with an Expert program. Dr. Stracks answered the question: When should I stop taking pain medications during my TMS recovery?. This is a great article for anyone who is just starting a TMS/PPD treatment program. More announcements, events, and user page spotlights. Hidden Gems Interview with Howard Schubiner Somatic Experiencing Q&A: Flare-Ups After Journaling Q&A: Can a person with TMS go to a therapist who uses CBT The Presence Process book page Slow Recoveries Dr. Schubiner's and Dr. Schechter's TMS Questionnaire Fibromyalgia Great Threads The Presence Process thread Why do Some People not get on with Dr. Sarno's Method Surgery - I don't know TMS and Motherhood

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