fibrositis
/ˌfaɪbrəˈsaɪtɪs/
noun
- A medical condition that causes pain and stiffness in the muscles, tendons, and soft tissues, often around the neck, shoulders, and back. It is similar to fibromyalgia.
- The doctor diagnosed his chronic back pain as fibrositis and recommended gentle stretching.
- Many people with fibrositis find relief through massage and warm baths.
- After sitting at the computer all day, she developed fibrositis in her shoulders.