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A Randomized, Sham-Controlled Trial of Cranial Electrical Stimulation for Fibromyalgia Pain and Physical Function, Using Brain Imaging Biomarkers
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[Using a laser based program in patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia]
Rubén Fernández García1, José Damián Suárez Holgado, Israel Formieles Ortiz
1Psicología y Fisioterapia, Departamento de Enfermería y Fisioterapia, Escuela de Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Almería, Almería, España. rubenfer@ual.es
Reumatologia Clinica
|July 29, 2011
Summary
Laser therapy showed potential benefits for fibromyalgia symptoms, specifically reducing weariness and improving sleep difficulty in women. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and explore the full impact of this treatment.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical engineering
- Physical therapy
- Pain management
Context:
- Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbances.
- Current treatments for fibromyalgia have varying efficacy and can have side effects.
- Novel therapeutic approaches are needed to manage fibromyalgia symptoms effectively.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of a laser therapy program in improving fibromyalgia symptoms.
- To assess the impact of specific laser frequencies and application methods on patient-reported outcomes.
Summary:
- This study investigated the effects of a laser treatment program (girlase E11010) on 31 women with fibromyalgia, comparing it to a placebo.
- Participants received individual laser applications at six frequencies across seven anatomical zones.
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in 'weariness' and 'difficulty sleeping'.
Impact:
- The findings suggest that laser therapy may be a viable option for managing specific fibromyalgia symptoms like fatigue and insomnia.
- This research highlights the need for further investigation into the therapeutic potential of girlase E11010 for fibromyalgia.
- Results may inform the development of non-pharmacological interventions for chronic pain conditions.
