Occupational Therapy Interventions for Adults With Fibromyalgia

Area of Science:

• Occupational Therapy
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Clinical Case Reports

Background:

• This article is part of the Evidence Connection series, applying systematic reviews from the American Occupational Therapy Association's (AOTA's) Evidence-Based Practice Project.
• It focuses on the clinical application of research evidence to guide occupational therapy practice.

Observation:

• A case report details the occupational therapy assessment and intervention process for an individual newly diagnosed with fibromyalgia.
• The interventions were specifically implemented within the patient's home setting.

Findings:

• The case report's approach is informed by systematic reviews on fibromyalgia and rheumatic conditions.
• Published findings from Poole & Siegel (2017) and Poole et al. (2017) provide the evidence base.

Implications:

• This article illustrates the practical use of research evidence in occupational therapy clinical reasoning.
• It highlights how systematic reviews can directly inform and improve patient care in home-based settings.
• The Evidence Connection series aims to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice for occupational therapists.