It’s not just pain, it’s everything that comes with it
Fibromyalgia isn’t just one symptom.
It’s widespread pain, constant fatigue, poor sleep, and the feeling that your body never fully switches off.
Some days are manageable. Others aren’t.
And over time, it can start to affect everything, your energy, your focus, your mood, and how you plan your day.
If you’re living with fibromyalgia, you’ll know how difficult it can be to find something that consistently helps.
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When standard treatments haven’t been enough
Many people with fibromyalgia have already tried a range of approaches.
- Pain medications
- Sleep support treatments
- Lifestyle and dietary changes
Sometimes these help. Sometimes they don’t.
And sometimes the side effects create new challenges.
This is often when people begin looking for alternative ways to manage symptoms more consistently.
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Where medical cannabis may be discussed
Medical cannabis is a prescription-only treatment in the UK and may be considered by specialist clinicians in certain cases.
It is not used to treat fibromyalgia itself.
However, it may be discussed as part of a broader approach to managing symptoms such as:
- Widespread chronic pain
- Sleep disturbance or insomnia
- Fatigue and reduced recovery
- Anxiety related to ongoing symptoms
Suitability is always assessed individually based on your medical history and previous treatments.
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Access through Holistic Health Hub
Through Holden’s Chemist and Sherwood Avenue Pharmacy, patients can access this pathway via the Holistic Health Hub service.
Holistic Health Hub manages the initial eligibility check and referral process.
If appropriate, you may be referred to a specialist clinic such as Curaleaf, where all consultations and prescribing decisions are carried out by qualified clinicians.
Any treatment plan is tailored to your individual needs, with ongoing monitoring and support.
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What patients are often trying to get back
Most people aren’t looking for something new for the sake of it.
They’re trying to feel like themselves again.
- Waking up feeling more rested
- Getting through the day with less pain and fatigue
- Having more consistent energy
- Not having every day shaped by symptoms
For some patients, exploring a different clinical pathway may be worth considering.
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How the process works
- Complete a short eligibility check through Holistic Health Hub
- Your information is reviewed by pharmacy professionals
- If appropriate, you are referred to a specialist clinic
- A specialist doctor assesses your suitability
- Treatment options are discussed based on clinical judgement
No treatment is provided without appropriate clinical assessment.
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Before you go further
If you’ve been dealing with fibromyalgia symptoms for a long time, it can feel like you’ve tried everything.
The next step isn’t committing to treatment.
It’s simply finding out whether this may be an appropriate option for you.
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Check your eligibility
If you would like to explore whether this pathway may be appropriate as part of a wider clinical approach, you can complete a short eligibility check.
Holden’s Chemist Scawsby (Doncaster)
Begin your eligibility check through our Scawsby service, combining structured clinical assessment with accessible local support.
Check eligibility now, Scawsby (2 mins)
Sherwood Avenue Pharmacy (Newark)
Start your assessment through our Newark location, with clinician-led review and local pharmacy support.
Check eligibility now, Newark (2 mins)
Holden’s Chemist Bentley (Doncaster)
Begin your eligibility check through our Doncaster service, combining structured clinical assessment with accessible local support.
Check eligibility now, Doncaster (2 mins)
Important: Medical cannabis is a prescription-only treatment. It is only considered following clinical assessment and may not be suitable for every patient.