Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Fibromyalgia

Last updated: August 13, 2024
Sponsor: Firat University
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Fibromyalgia

Treatment

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Group

Control Group

Clinical Study ID

NCT06554106
2024/10-01
  • Ages 18-65
  • All Genders

Study Summary

Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is associated with chronic widespread pain and at least eleven positive tender points out of 18 according to the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) 1990 criteria. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) stimulates nerve fibers providing innervation in healthy muscle and muscle fibers in denervated muscle to produce contraction. All patients will be taught neck normal joint motion exercises, upper trapezius stretching exercise and posture exercises. Patients included in the study will be randomly distributed equally between the two groups. In addition to the study group, NMES will be applied to the upper trapezius muscle for 30 minutes 5 days a week for 4 weeks. Pain, disability and sleep quality of all patients will be evaluated.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients who were aged between 18-65 years,

  • Patients who got diagnosed with Fibromyalgia Syndrome

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Patients who had regular exercise habits, malignancy, pregnancy, incorporation

  • Patients who had changes of medical treatment in last 3 months

  • Patients who had dysfunction that can prevent physical activity

Study Design

Total Participants: 20
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Group
Phase:
Study Start date:
August 20, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
October 30, 2024

Study Description

Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is associated with chronic widespread pain and at least eleven positive tender points out of 18 according to the 1990 criteria of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) (1). Pain and other symptoms associated with fibromyalgia interfere with daily functions, work and social activities, leading to a decrease in quality of life. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) stimulates nerve fibers that provide innervation in healthy muscle and muscle fibers in denervated muscle to produce contraction. Studies on TENS current in patients with FM have shown that pain decreases and functional status improves. However, although muscle weakness has been described in patients with FM, there are no studies on the effects of NMES application. All patients will be taught neck normal joint motion exercises, upper trapezius stretching exercise and posture exercises. Patients included in the study will be randomly distributed equally between the two groups. In addition to the study group, NMES will be applied to the upper trapezius muscle for 30 minutes 5 days a week for 4 weeks. Pain, disability and sleep quality of all patients will be evaluated.

Connect with a study center

  • Songul Baglan Yentur

    Elazığ, 23100
    Turkey

    Active - Recruiting

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