The Mayo Clinic defines fibromyalgia as a chronic condition that causes widespread pain in a person's muscles, ligaments and tendons. Fibromyalgia also prevents people from getting restorative sleep, which can lead to constant fatigue. One in 50, or 2 percent, of Americans have fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia can be a very hard disease to diagnose. Tests may not reveal that anything is wrong. A rheumatologist, or a doctor specializing in treatment of arthritis, may be necessary to diagnose fibromyalgia.
If you have fibromyalgia, you may have good days and bad days. When your bad days start outnumbering your good days, it is unlikely you will be able to keep your job, or find another one. If you are work, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) determines whether applicants can obtain these benefits.
The law firm of Timothy J. Cuddigan is based in Omaha and serving clients throughout east Nebraska and southwest Iowa, is devoted to helping people with disabilities get the benefits they need. The SSA will want medical evidence before they approve your claim. Disability attorney Tim Cuddigan will work to make sure you have complete medical documentation, in order to give you the best chance at getting your benefits.
For instance, if you have fibromyalgia, but have not yet seen a rheumatologist, you should see a rheumatologist to make sure you receive a proper diagnosis. A rheumatologist can also shed light on your various limitations, and why you will not be able to work.
Disability Law Is All I Do • Contact Disability Lawyer Tim Cuddigan
Call 402-397-2000 or toll free at 888-742-9114, or e-mail us for a free evaluation. We are available for evening and weekend appointments, and if you are located in the Omaha area, we are able to come to your home if you cannot meet us in our office. We are located near the Social Security district office in the Old Mill area in Omaha, right off of Dodge Street.
