Fibromyalgia

Pro-Inflammatory Diet Linked to Pain Hypersensitivity in Fibromyalgia

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Hannah Dellabella

Pro-inflammatory diets may be associated with pain hypersensitivity in women with fibromyalgia syndrome.

Sublingual Cyclobenzaprine Shows Clinically Meaningful Effects on Pain, Sleep Measures in Fibromyalgia

Researchers evaluated the safety and efficacy of a sublingual formulation of cyclobenzaprine in fibromyalgia.

Verum Acupuncture May Improve Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Syndrome

Verum acupuncture was found to be more effective than sham acupuncture in improving pain, sleep quality, and general status recovery, but not fatigue in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome.

Debunking 5 Persistent Myths About Fibromyalgia

Although fibromyalgia affects millions of Americans, the condition remains widely misunderstood. We debunk 5 common myths.

Functional Connectivity May Be Associated With Higher Peripheral Inflammation in RA, Comorbid Fibromyalgia

Increases in functional connectivity between pro-nociceptive brain areas may correlate with higher levels of peripheral inflammation in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis and comorbid fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia Assessment Screening Tool May Facilitate Diagnosis in Routine Care

Simple Fibromyalgia Assessment Screening Tool indices may facilitate the diagnosis of fibromyalgia in the routine care of patients with other rheumatic diseases.

Substantial Improvements in Comorbid Fibromyalgia Symptoms After Joint Replacement for OA

A majority of patients with fibromyalgia and comorbid osteoarthritis who underwent total joint replacement were found to have better outcomes 6 months post-surgery when they had improvements in fibromyalgia symptoms.

Sensory Dysfunction Extensive in Patients With CRPS, Fibromyalgia

Individuals with complex regional pain syndrome and fibromyalgia may have extensive sensory dysfunction.

Association Between Number of Comorbidities and Fibromyalgia Severity, Prevalence

The number of comorbidities in individuals with fibromyalgia may be associated with the severity of fibromyalgia-related variables and the prevalence of fibromyalgia.

Extended Course of Home-Based tDCS Effective for Fibromyalgia Pain Relief

A home-based anodal transcranial direct current stimulation of the dorsoprefrontal cortex of individuals with fibromyalgia may provide significant pain relief when used for an extended period.

Effects of Aquatic Physiotherapy vs Health Education for Fibromyalgia

Aquatic physiotherapy may not be superior to a health education program in treating women with fibromyalgia.