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New treatment option for Fibromyalgia
Official title Mindfulness-based Rehabilitation in a University Museum Setting to Reduce Pain and Improve Quality of Life in Women With Fibromyalgia: a Randomized Controlled Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07048366
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This research study aims to investigate whether art and integrative medicine, within a unique setting like a university museum, can offer a new approach to help women suffering from fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition causing widespread pain and other symptoms such as fatigue and sleep disturbances.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 60, women only
You may be able to join if
- Female patients
- Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia Syndrome according to 2016 criteria
- Muscle pain Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score greater than 5 in the last month
- Age between 18 and 60 years
- Absence of other chronic, widespread, or localized painful conditions
You likely can't join if
- Presence of severe scoliosis or kyphoscoliosis
- Previous spinal surgeries or sequelae of vertebral fractures
- Presence of lumbosciatalgia (sciatica-like pain in the lower back) at the time of the visit
- Presence of osteoporosis
- Presence of neurological or psychiatric conditions
- Current therapy with corticosteroids and/or NSAIDs and/or analgesics
See the full eligibility criteria
- Female patients
- Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia Syndrome according to 2016 criteria
- Muscle pain Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score greater than 5 in the last month
- Age between 18 and 60 years
- Absence of other chronic, widespread, or localized painful conditions
- Absence of any other condition that might affect pain perception (e.g., diabetes)
- Absence of neurological or psychiatric conditions that might affect study participation
- Absence of current or past oncological diseases in the last 5 years
- Absence of corticosteroid therapy in the last 30 days
- Absence of NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) and analgesic therapy in the last 4 days
- Absence of pregnancy and breastfeeding for the entire duration of observation
- Signed informed consent
- Presence of severe scoliosis or kyphoscoliosis
- Previous spinal surgeries or sequelae of vertebral fractures
- Presence of lumbosciatalgia (sciatica-like pain in the lower back) at the time of the visit
- Presence of osteoporosis
- Presence of neurological or psychiatric conditions
- Current therapy with corticosteroids and/or NSAIDs and/or analgesics
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chieti, Abruzzo, Italy
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chieti, Abruzzo, Italy. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.