Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia linked to worsening functional status in people with rheumatoid arthritis
The presence of fibromyalgia can predict a lower functional status for people with rheumatoid arthritis, says new research in Arthritis Care and Research. Continue reading
Cognitive behavioural therapies do help people with fibromyalgia, experts confirm
Cognitive behavioural therapies can reduce some key symptoms and disability of fibromyalgia, says a review by the European Pain Federation. Continue reading
TENS to treat fibromyalgia – evidence remains inconclusive
There is not good enough evidence to support or refute the use of TENS for treatment of fibromyalgia symptoms, says a Cochrane Review. Continue reading
Fibromyalgia patients have lower levels of vitamin D, says analysis of the evidence
Vitamin D levels of people with fibromyalgia tend to be lower than those of people without the chronic pain condition, says an analysis of the data published in the Korean Journal of Pain. Continue reading
New psychological therapy – EAET – offers hope to people with fibromyalgia
Addressing emotional experiences related to trauma, conflict and relationship problems may help people with fibromyalgia, says research in PAIN. Continue reading
