Fibromyalgia Treatment in Sacramento & the Bay Area
Fibromyalgia is real, it is complex, and it deserves serious medical attention. Yet too many patients with fibromyalgia are dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left without effective treatment for years. At Premier Medical Concierge, fibromyalgia care is a cornerstone of our practice. We are here to listen, to take your symptoms seriously, and to deliver expert, personalized treatment — in the comfort of your own home.
What Is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties — often described as "brain fog." Unlike many other painful conditions, fibromyalgia does not cause visible inflammation or joint damage on imaging or blood tests, which is one reason it is so frequently misunderstood and underdiagnosed.
Fibromyalgia is believed to involve a process called central sensitization — in which the brain and nervous system amplify pain signals, making the body hypersensitive to stimuli that would not normally be painful. It commonly occurs alongside other conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and irritable bowel syndrome.
Fibromyalgia affects an estimated 4 million adults in the United States and is significantly more common in women than men. Despite how common it is, many patients wait years for an accurate diagnosis and effective care.
Common symptoms of fibromyalgia include:
Widespread pain and tenderness throughout the body
Profound fatigue that is not relieved by rest
Unrefreshing sleep and insomnia
Cognitive difficulties — trouble concentrating, remembering, or thinking clearly
Headaches and migraines
Sensitivity to light, sound, temperature, and touch
Irritable bowel syndrome and digestive issues
Anxiety and depression
Stiffness, especially in the morning
Fibromyalgia symptoms fluctuate over time and can be significantly worsened by stress, poor sleep, physical inactivity, and weather changes.
How Dr. Kim Treats Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is not just what Dr. Kim treats — it is the condition that inspired him to found Premier Medical Concierge. Having witnessed firsthand how fibromyalgia patients were too often marginalized by a healthcare system constrained by time and resources, he built a practice specifically designed to give these patients the focused, dignified, and effective care they deserve.
Dr. Joey Kim is a board-certified rheumatologist with over 12 years of clinical experience and a deep personal commitment to fibromyalgia care. Voted one of Sacramento Magazine's Top Doctors every year from 2021 to 2025, he takes a truly holistic approach — addressing not just your pain, but every dimension of your health and wellbeing.
Your personalized fibromyalgia treatment plan may include:
Thorough evaluation to confirm diagnosis and rule out overlapping conditions
FDA-approved medications for fibromyalgia
Acupuncture for pain relief, sleep improvement, and nervous system regulation
Sleep optimization strategies to address one of fibromyalgia's core drivers
Stress management and mind-body techniques
Structured, gradual exercise guidance tailored to your current function level
Nutritional and lifestyle counseling
Treatment of all aspects of fibromyalgia
Ongoing monitoring and plan adjustment as your symptoms evolve
Dr. Kim understands that no two fibromyalgia patients are alike. He takes the time — real, unrushed time — to understand your full picture and build a plan that works for your life.
The Premier Medical Concierge Difference: Care That Comes to You
On high-pain days, leaving the house can feel impossible. Waiting rooms are exhausting. Rushed appointments leave you feeling unheard. Premier Medical Concierge was built with fibromyalgia patients in mind — bringing expert, unhurried rheumatology care directly to your home across Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, and the San Francisco Bay Area.
What in-home rheumatology care means for you:
Same-day and next-day appointments available
No travel, no waiting rooms, no pushing through pain to get to a clinic
Unrushed appointments with a physician who truly listens
Direct access to Dr. Kim between visits when symptoms flare
A treatment relationship built on continuity, trust, and genuine understanding
Care that addresses your whole self — not just your pain score
For fibromyalgia patients who have felt dismissed or overlooked by the healthcare system, this is a different kind of care — one built around you.
You Deserve to Be Taken Seriously
If you have been told your pain is not real, that nothing can be done, or that you simply need to manage — we want you to know that is not the whole story. Fibromyalgia is a real, recognized medical condition, and effective treatment is possible.
Dr. Kim and the Premier Medical Concierge team are here to help you reduce pain, sleep better, think more clearly, and reclaim your quality of life.
Schedule a complimentary phone consultation today.