Fibromyalgia
Treatments for chronic pain reviewed: exercise, acupuncture and CBT come out top
Exercise, acupuncture and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) are among the more successful non-invasive and non-drug-based treatments for chronic pain, says a new review of the evidence. Continue reading
New ultralaser treatment reduces fibromyalgia pain and improves function
A new device that combines low-intensity laser light and therapeutic ultrasound considerably reduces the pain experienced by people with fibromyalgia says research in the Journal of Novel Physiotherapies. Continue reading
Only a small minority of people with fibromyalgia enjoy benefit from mirtazapine
Any potential benefits of mirtazapine in fibromyalgia are outweighed by its potential harms, says a new Cochrane Review of the evidence. Continue reading
Probiotics may improve decision making in people with fibromyalgia
There is increasing evidence that the gut microbiome may have an influence in many conditions and now it is coming under the spotlight in relation to fibromyalgia. Continue reading
Tiny magnetic particles could be used to manage chronic pain
A gel-like material containing tiny magnetic particles may one day be used to manage chronic pain from disease or injury, bioengineers report in Advanced Materials. The study demonstrates the promising use of biomechanical forces that push and pull on cells to treat disease. Continue reading
