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Fibromyalgia: Could hyperbaric oxygen therapy make the difference? Our experience.

Andrea Neville Cracchiolo¹, Daniela Maria Palma¹, Fabio Genco¹

¹ARNAS Civico Di Cristina Benfratelli Palermo Italy.

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|August 28, 2023

Summary

Fibromyalgia is a complex condition that is challenging to diagnose and manage. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy may offer potential benefits for fibromyalgia symptoms, but further research is needed.

Keywords:

chronic diseases complementary and alternative medicine immunology neurology

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Neurology

Background:

Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties.
Diagnosis and treatment of fibromyalgia remain challenging due to its complex pathophysiology.

Observation:

The study explores the potential of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) as a novel treatment modality for fibromyalgia.
Current evidence on HBOT for fibromyalgia is limited.

Findings:

Preliminary observations suggest that hyperbaric oxygen therapy might alleviate key signs and symptoms associated with fibromyalgia.
Further clinical trials are required to substantiate these findings.

Implications:

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy could represent a promising therapeutic avenue for managing fibromyalgia.
Additional research is crucial to establish the efficacy and safety of HBOT for fibromyalgia patients.