FIBROMYALGIA & SSDI in Virginia

Attorneys representing Norfolk, Newport News, Roanoke & nearby areas of Virginia

Fibromyalgia is a common condition that results in body-wide musculoskeletal pain and chronic fatigue, and often contributes to mood changes, anxiety and depression. Because the precise cause of fibromyalgia is not yet understood, however, many people with this debilitating condition have been denied the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits they need.

While many insurance companies do not view fibromyalgia as a disability, a 2012 ruling from the Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes the disabling effects of fibromyalgia and offers clarity for SSDI claims examiners and administrative law judges when assessing fibromyalgia cases. If you suffer from fibromyalgia and are considering applying for SSDI benefits, or if you have been denied a previous SSDI claim, the Norfolk Social Security disability lawyers at Kalfus & Nachman may be able to help you.

Our experienced attorneys have helped numerous individuals and families throughout Virginia get the maximum Social Security benefits to which they are entitled, and we have proven record of success appealing denied claims. Although you are not required to work with a lawyer to file a claim for SSDI benefits or appeal a denial, your chances of receiving benefits are greatly improved when a knowledgeable attorney handles your claim.

Our lawyers understand the extensive medical documentation required to file a successful fibromyalgia claim, and we can lead you through the complex SSDI benefits process to help ensure you receive the financial security you need if you suffer from this painful impairment.

Symptoms

Most people have experienced feelings of full-body muscle aches and fatigue a day or two after a strenuous workout, hard physical labor, or other type of vigorous activity. Now imagine having those feelings of exhaustion and extensive pain throughout your entire body, including the muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints, every day of your life. There are an estimated 12 million Americans, the majority of whom are women, who have this painful condition called fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia is related to arthritis but has its own set of potentially debilitating symptoms. In addition to the widespread pain and aches, a person suffering from fibromyalgia may also experience:

Causes

There are different theories as to the cause of fibromyalgia. Some scientists believe that people with fibromyalgia have brains and central nervous systems that are more sensitive to signals of pain.

Other causes of this condition have been linked to:

Treatment

There is no cure at this time for fibromyalgia. Treatment options can help the victims of this condition learn to manage their pain and help improve their sleep patterns.

Effective treatment can include any combination of:

Fibromyalgia can have a devastating effect on a person's quality of life. People who are unable to control the pain of this condition using one or a combination of treatment options will ultimately be unable to function in a work environment.

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, are unable to provide an income for yourself or your family and need to collect Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, please contact Kalfus & Nachman PC online or by calling (855) 880-8163. Our knowledgeable team will traverse the legal maze on your behalf to get you the compensation you deserve, and will conduct a free case review upfront.