fibromyalgia

  1. Andy

    Objective Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia Using Neuroretinal Evaluation and Artificial Intelligence, 2022, Boquetea et al

    Abstract Background/Objective This study aims to identify objective biomarkers of fibromyalgia (FM) by applying artificial intelligence algorithms to structural data on the neuroretina obtained using swept-source optical coherence tomography (SS-OCT). Method The study cohort comprised 29 FM...
  2. Andy

    Protocol: Understanding and restoring dopaminergic function in [FM] patients using a mindfulness-based psychological intervention, 2021, Ledermann

    Full title: Understanding and restoring dopaminergic function in fibromyalgia patients using a mindfulness-based psychological intervention: a [18F]-DOPA PET study. Study protocol for the FIBRODOPA study—a randomized controlled trial Abstract Background Fibromyalgia (FM) is a very prevalent...
  3. Mij

    Use of Dietary Supplements and Perceived Knowledge among Adults Living with Fibromyalgia in Norway: A Cross-Sectional Study, 2022, Kvael et al

    Abstract Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a complex medical condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain. To date, no gold standard treatment has been developed, and persons with FMS often seek alternative methods to control their symptoms, such as dietary supplements (DS). This...
  4. Sly Saint

    Blog Psychology today: Differentiating Fibromyalgia, Depression, and CFS

    https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/happiness-is-state-mind/202112/differentiating-fibromyalgia-depression-and-cfs I didn't read any further because if they still haven't got to grips with the diagnostic criteria.......
  5. Wyva

    Cerebral Perfusion and Sensory Testing Results Differ in Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome Pts with and w/o Fibro (...), 2021, Deutsch et al

    Full title: Cerebral Perfusion and Sensory Testing Results Differ in Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome Patients with and without Fibromyalgia: A Site-Specific MAPP Network Study Abstract Purpose: Fibromyalgia is a common co-morbidity in patients with interstitial cystitis/bladder...
  6. Andy

    Unbiased immune profiling reveals a natural killer cell-peripheral nerve axis in fibromyalgia, 2021, Vivek et al

    The pathophysiology of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) remains elusive, leading to a lack of objective diagnostic criteria and targeted treatment. We globally evaluated immune system changes in FMS by conducting multiparametric flow cytometry analyses of peripheral blood mononuclear cells and...
  7. Andy

    Treatment with low-intensity transcranial magnetic stimulation in women with fibromyalgia improves diagnostic variables up to 6 months.., 2021, Pareja

    Full title: Treatment with low-intensity transcranial magnetic stimulation in women with fibromyalgia improves diagnostic variables up to 6 months after treatment completion Abstract Objectives: Fibromyalgia (FM) is a disease treated with various therapeutic approaches that have limited...
  8. O

    Efficacy of Whole-Body Vibration Training in Women with Fibromyalgia, 2021, Ribeiro et al

    Efficacy of Whole-Body Vibration Training on Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor, Clinical and Functional Outcomes, and Quality of Life in Women with Fibromyalgia Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial Abstract This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of whole-body vibration training (WBVT)...
  9. O

    The autoimmune aetiology of unexplained chronic pain, 2021, Goebel et al

    Abstract Chronic pain is the leading cause of life years lived with disability worldwide. The aetiology of most chronic pain conditions has remained poorly understood and there is a dearth of effective therapies. The WHO ICD-11 has categorised unexplained chronic pain states as ‘chronic primary...
  10. O

    The Impact of a Peer Social Support Network from the Perspective of Women with Fibromyalgia: A Qualitative Study, 2021, Reig-Garcia et al

    Abstract Background: Fibromyalgia is a chronic and complex disease whose management by patients requires a high level of commitment. Patient empowerment therefore represents an important milestone in chronic disease treatment and control. We explored the impact of a peer social support network...
  11. O

    Motivational Determinants of Objective Physical Activity in Women with Fibromyalgia Who Attended Rehabilitation Settings, 2021, Pastor-Mira et al

    Abstract Being physically active has positive effects on fibromyalgia functioning. However, promoting an active lifestyle in these patients continues to be a relevant clinical challenge. Our aim was to test a motivational model to explain light (LPA) and moderate-vigorous physical activity...
  12. O

    Understanding the Dialogical Experiences of Puerto Rican Women With Fibromyalgia: An Intersectional Analysis, 2021, De León-Menjivar

    Abstract Introduction: Fibromyalgia is a condition that is often misunderstood by the medical community. Misunderstandings are exacerbated when a patient is an ethnic minority, and recent literature suggests that ethnic minorities are shown to have a higher prevalence of fibromyalgia. Despite...
  13. O

    The evaluation of nailfold capillaroscopy pattern in patients with fibromyalgia, 2021, Benlidayı et al

    Abstract Objectives: This study aims to evaluate nailfold capillaroscopic pattern in patents with fibromyalgia and to assess the relation of capillaroscopic parameters with clinical variables and disease-related measures. Patients and methods: This cross-sectional, case-control study included...
  14. O

    The effect of supervised dynamic exercise program on somatosensory temporal discrimination in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome, 2021, Korucu et al

    Abstract Objectives: This study aims to investigate the effect of a supervised dynamic exercise program on somatosensory temporal discrimination (STD) which indicates the central sensory processing ability. Patients and methods: Forty-eight patients (mean age: 43 years; range, 19 to 64 years)...
  15. O

    Suicidal Behavior in Fibromyalgia Patients: Rates and Determinants of Suicide Ideation, Risk, Suicide, and Suicidal Attempts, 2021, Adawi et al

    Suicidal Behavior in Fibromyalgia Patients: Rates and Determinants of Suicide Ideation, Risk, Suicide, and Suicidal Attempts—A Systematic Review of the Literature and Meta-Analysis of Over 390,000 Fibromyalgia Patients Background: Suicide is a leading cause of death worldwide, affecting...
  16. O

    Structural and functional thalamocortical connectivity study in female fibromyalgia, 2021, Kim et al

    Abstract Dysfunctional thalamocortical interactions have been suggested as putative mechanisms of ineffective pain modulation and also suggested as possible pathophysiology of fibromyalgia (FM). However, it remains unclear which specific thalamocortical networks are altered and whether it is...
  17. O

    Can the long term using of pregabalin in fibromyalgia affect the choroid and retinal nerve fiber layer? 2021, Biçer et al

    Abstract Background In this study, the effects of long-term pregabalin use on the choroid and retinal nerve fiber layer were investigated in the fibromyalgia disease. Methods The patient group consisted of 41 fibromyalgia patients using pregabalin. The control group consisted of 41 newly...
  18. O

    Pathophysiology and Clinical Implications of Cognitive Dysfunction in Fibromyalgia, 2021, Ibraheem et al

    Abstract Cognitive dysfunction is a complaint of many patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Although the main symptoms of the disease are fatigue, widespread musculoskeletal pain, poor sleep quality, and tenderness points, the cognitive symptoms can be more distressing than the pain itself, and...
  19. Trish

    Intimate Partner Violence and the Risk of Developing Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, 2019, Chandan et al.

    Intimate Partner Violence and the Risk of Developing Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Abstract Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a global public health issue with a variety of ill health consequences associated with exposure. Due to the stimulation of chronic stress and inflammatory...
  20. O

    Exposure to domestic abuse in women and the development of syndromes indicating central nervous system sensitization, 2021, Chandan et al

    The association between exposure to domestic abuse in women and the development of syndromes indicating central nervous system sensitization: A retrospective cohort study using UK primary care records Abstract Background Domestic abuse is a global public health issue. The association between...
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