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NCT06469996 Effects of Connective Tissue Massage in Patients With Fibromyalgia

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NCT ID NCT06469996
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Firat University
Condition Fibromyalgia
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 30 participants
Start Date 2024-06-20
Primary Completion 2024-08-20

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex Female only
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 65 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Connective tissue massageSelf myofascial relaxation

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 30 participants in total. It began in 2024-06-20 with a primary completion date of 2024-08-20.

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Brief Summary

Connective tissue massage (CTM), one of the various manual therapy techniques for FMS, produces local mechanical effects on mast cells in the connective tissue with short and long tractions, thereby reducing sympathetic activity and producing vasodilation. The aim of the study was to compare the effectiveness of self myofascial release technique and connective tissue massage in patients with FMS. At least 30 FMS patients will be included in the study. Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, pain, quality of life and sleep quality will be evaluated. CTM will be practiced to study group and foam roller will be practiced to control group.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Being a woman * Being diagnosed with FMS, * Being between the ages of 18-65 and volunteering. Exclusion Criteria: * Neurological, infectious, endocrine and other inflammatory rheumatic diseases, severe psychological disorders, any condition that prevents exercise (advanced cardiac respiratory or orthopedic problems), * Malignancy * Being pregnant

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06469996 clinical trial?

This trial is open to female participants only, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Fibromyalgia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06469996 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06469996 is actively recruiting participants. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov or contact Firat University to inquire about joining.

Where is the NCT06469996 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Elâzığ, Turkey (Türkiye).

Who is sponsoring the NCT06469996 clinical trial?

NCT06469996 is sponsored by Firat University. The trial plans to enroll 30 participants.

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