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Effects of acupuncture on patients with fibromyalgia: study protocol of a multicentre randomized controlled trial.

Author: AguilarInmaculada, Benítez-ParejoNicolás, ModestoManuela, Rivas-RuizFrancisco, Santos-ReyKoldo, VasJorge

Multicenter StudyResearch conducted in collaboration with multiple research institutions. It aims to collect a wide range of data and obtain more generalizable results.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tResearch funding provided by government agencies outside the United States.

Overview

This study evaluates the effectiveness of individualized acupuncture in treating fibromyalgia, focusing on reducing pain, improving function, and enhancing quality of life.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Fibromyalgia is a multidimensional disorder for which treatment as yet remains unsatisfactory. Studies of an acupuncture-based approach, despite its broad acceptance among patients and healthcare staff, have not produced sufficient evidence of its effectiveness in treating this syndrome. The present...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3055832/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Seeking Relief in the Desert: Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain disorder, is like a relentless desert storm, leaving individuals feeling exhausted and drained. Current treatments often fail to provide lasting relief, leaving those affected feeling lost in the desert of pain. Acupuncture, an ancient practice involving the insertion of needles into specific points on the body, is like a beacon of hope in this desert, offering a potential avenue for pain relief. This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of acupuncture in treating fibromyalgia, investigating its impact on pain, incapacity, and quality of life.

The study will employ a multicenter randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of individualized acupuncture for fibromyalgia patients. The researchers will track various measures, including pain levels, functional capacity, and quality of life, to determine whether acupuncture can provide a path out of the desert of fibromyalgia.

A Path Out of the Storm: Exploring Acupuncture's Potential

The study aims to provide much-needed evidence regarding the effectiveness of acupuncture for fibromyalgia, offering a potential pathway to relief from the persistent storm of pain and discomfort.

Seeking Balance in the Desert: Exploring Alternative Therapies for Fibromyalgia

This research highlights the need for exploring alternative therapies for fibromyalgia, acknowledging that current treatments often fall short. It underscores the importance of providing patients with a range of options, including acupuncture, to help them navigate the desert of pain and regain a sense of well-being.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

The study's focus on individualized acupuncture for fibromyalgia offers a promising avenue for relief from this chronic condition. It's like a search party venturing into the desert of fibromyalgia, seeking a path out of the storm and offering a beacon of hope for those seeking respite.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2011-06-28
  2. Date Revised 2021-10-20
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

21356075

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC3055832

SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

English

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