Muscle Stimulation vs. Massage for Fibromyalgia in Women
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares two non-drug treatments—electrical muscle stimulation and myofascial release (a type of massage)—to see which better improves quality of life in women with fibromyalgia.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 45 and 55 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 25 and 34, meaning you are overweight or moderately obese.
- You are willing to participate in the study.
- You do not have peripheral vascular disease, drug addiction, smoke, have a chest or serious heart condition.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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