Hi Again Butterfly,
What is effective for one person doesn't necessarily work for another. We are all different even if we have the same diagnosis. I have found that managing pain is usually a trail and error process.
Some ppl with my diagnosis have found relief with steroidal injections. They do nothing for me. However treatments that have been effective, at least to some degree for me haven't been for others. I think most CP ppl will agree with my earlier statement, it is that trial and error process that determines how best we can treat our pain. If something sounds too good to be true, it usually is!!
MH has some reading suggestions that you may find helpful on this page:
http://www.medhelp.org/tags/health_page/177/Fibromyalgia/Library---Recommended-Reading?hp_id=712
D.O.'s (Doctor of Osteopathy) that practice OMT (Osteopathic Manipulation Therapy) have provided me with significant pain relief. They may not be effective for you but it may be worth a try, esp considering you cannot see a Rheumatologist.
Acupuncture is also worth considering as mkh suggested. It was a very relaxing experience for me which lessen my pain. Again some ppl claim great relief while others obtain nothing, It's costly in the states.
The right physical therapist, regardless if they perform trigger point therapy or release can also provide some pain relief..... again for some ppl.
Please let us know how you are doing. We'll look forward to your updates.
My Best,
~Tuck