Search / Trial NCT00000422

Tailored Treatments of Fibromyalgia

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON · Nov 3, 1999

Trial Information

Current as of October 22, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Fibromyalgia Syndrome (Fms) Physical Therapy Psychotherapy Group Counseling Human Therapy Relations Interpersonal Relations Chronic Pain Cognition Emotion Memory Musculoskeletal Disorder Psychological Stressor Psychological Adaptation Outcomes Research

Description

Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a prevalent, chronic musculoskeletal pain disorder. Despite extensive study, researchers do not understand well the etiology and pathophysiologic mechanisms of FMS, and have not shown any treatment to be universally effective. We propose that FMS is a complex disorder involving multiple factors, both physical and psychosocial-behavioral. In our previous research, we demonstrated that FMS patients are heterogeneous in the psychosocial-behavioral axis and can be classified into three distinct subgroups on the basis of their psychosocial adaptation to symptoms. ...

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • * Female
  • * Able to visit Seattle based clinic 9 times
  • * Meet ACR criteria for FMS
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • * Pregnancy
  • * Exercise contraindicated by physician due to other medical conditions
  • * Significant psychopathology
  • * Do not meet FMS criteria
  • * Cardiac problems

About University Of Washington

The University of Washington (UW) is a leading academic institution renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. With a robust network of interdisciplinary teams, UW fosters collaboration among top-tier researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals, aiming to translate scientific discoveries into impactful treatments and interventions. The university is dedicated to ethical research practices and participant safety, ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory standards in all clinical trials. Through its state-of-the-art facilities and extensive expertise, UW strives to address pressing health challenges and improve patient outcomes on a local and global scale.

Locations

Seattle, Washington, United States

People applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

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Estimated completion

Not reported

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