We are a member supported, self-help organization for fibromyalgia patients, their families, and treating physicians. We do not accept advertising, pharmaceutical sponsorship, government funds, or donations. Fibromyalgia Network’s educational materials remain unbiased, ad-free, and devoid of bogus therapies and unfounded "cures."
Services we provide include:
● Toll free support phone line throughout North America, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MST) at (800)853-2929.
● Free information packet on treatment strategies, research, and coping tools either by mail or e-mail upon request.
● Free educational brochures; Patient’s Guide, Massage Therapy, Compounding Pharmacist, available for the cost of postage.
● Free listing of doctor referrals and support group leaders available by state and Canada with a self-addresses stamped envelope request.
● Access to website at www.fmnetnews.com for information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, research, news, daily living issues, disability, consumer alerts, resources, articles, etc.
● Option for additional membership services include quarterly Fibromyalgia Network Journal, monthly eNews Alerts, links to scientific abstracts, and more.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
The Fibromyalgia Network has been serving patients, families and treating physicians for 20 years.
What is your primary product or service?
We provide educational materials for patients: that includes a quarterly Journal, monthly eNews Alert, Patient Guide brochures, specialty supplements, etc.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
The founder of the Fibromyalgia Network Kristin Thorson, was formerly a chemical engineer before coming down with FM. She was no longer physically able to continue her job, and started a support group. The current Network is an expansion of that support group over 20 years.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are totally Member supported. We accept no advertising, government or pharmaceutical sponsorship, or donations. We sell no treatment products, supplements, make no offers for bogus cures or unfounded treatments. We only offer educational materials that are peer-reviewed and medically referenced.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location:
Fibromyalgia Network
P.O. Box 31750
Tucson, AZ 85751
(800) 853-2929.
Provide detailed directions to your location
7371 E Tanque Verde Road
Tucson AZ
What type of payments do you accept?
Visa, MasterCard, check, cash
Which areas do you service?
Available worldwide
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Kristin Thorson, president
What are your hours of operation?
weekdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MST