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Hamdan AL, Hosri J, Yammine Y, Ghzayel L, Hadi J, Moussawi MA, Romanos M, Nader N, Uthman I. Voice Disorders in Patients with Fibromyalgia: Case Series and Review of the Literature. J Voice 2024:S0892-1997(24)00208-X. [PMID: 39025751 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvoice.2024.06.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2024] [Revised: 06/27/2024] [Accepted: 06/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the prevalence of phonatory disorders and their impact on quality of life in a cohort of patients with fibromyalgia (FMS), and to review the literature. STUDY DESIGN Prospective cohort study. METHODS All adult patients presenting to the rheumatology clinic at a tertiary referral center between January 2024 and April 2024 and diagnosed with FMS were prospectively recruited. The primary outcome measure used to screen for dysphonia was the Voice Handicap Index-10 (VHI-10). All patients were also asked to fill the Fibromyalgia Rapid Screening Tool (FiRST) and the short form of the McGill pain questionnaire (SF-MPQ). RESULTS A total of 70 female patients were included, divided equally into a study and control group (n = 35). The mean FiRST score and the mean SF-MPQ score were significantly higher in the study group compared to the control group (6.20 ± 1.05 vs 1.26 ± 1.65) and (26.14 ± 13.16 vs 2.6 ± 4.23), respectively. There was a statistically significant difference in the mean VHI-10 score between the study group and the control group (8.51 ± 7.66 vs 0.74 ± 0.98; P < 0.001). More than one third of patients in the study group had a VHI-10 score above 11 (37.1%) compared to none in the control group (P < 0.001). There was a strong positive correlation between the VHI-10 score and the FiRST and SF-MPQ scores (r = 0.612; P < 0.001 and r = 0.794; P < 0.001, respectively). CONCLUSION The findings suggest that two out five patients with FMS have vocal complaints that impact their quality of life. Healthcare providers need to recognize these phonatory disorders, that are often masked by other systemic manifestations of the disease.
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- Abdul-Latif Hamdan
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medicine, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medicine, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medicine, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon.
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Gomez-Alvaro MC, Leon-Llamas JL, Melo-Alonso M, Villafaina S, Domínguez-Muñoz FJ, Gusi N. Test-Retest Reliability of Isokinetic Strength in Lower Limbs under Single and Dual Task Conditions in Women with Fibromyalgia. J Clin Med 2024; 13:1288. [PMID: 38592707 PMCID: PMC10932145 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13051288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Revised: 02/17/2024] [Accepted: 02/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024] Open
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Background: Previous research has established good test-retest reliability for isokinetic dynamometry in fibromyalgia. However, the reliability of this test under dual-task conditions has not been investigated in fibromyalgia. Methods: A total of 10 women with fibromyalgia participated in this study. Participants completed the concentric/concentric test. The dual-task condition involved subtracting two by two while performing the test. Results: Reliability analysis under the single condition showed "poor" to "excellent" values for maximum peak torque in knee extension and "moderate" to "excellent" values for average. "Poor" to "excellent" reliability values were found in knee flexion for the maximum and average. Dual-task condition in knee extension ranged from "moderate" to "excellent" for maximum and average values, and in knee flexion, it ranged from "poor" to "excellent" for maximum value and from "moderate" to "excellent" for average value. Conclusions: Isokinetic dynamometry demonstrated sufficient reliability for measuring strength in knee extension maximum and average during single-task and dual-task conditions, along with knee flexion dual-task average in fibromyalgia. For knee flexion single-task maximum and average and knee flexion dual-task maximum, we did not obtain sufficiently reliable measurements. Only the concentric/concentric test has been studied, and future studies with a larger sample size are needed in order to generalize the results.
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- Mari Carmen Gomez-Alvaro
- Physical Activity and Quality of Life Research Group (AFYCAV), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (M.C.G.-A.); (J.L.L.-L.); (M.M.-A.); (S.V.); (F.J.D.-M.)
- Institute for Research and Innovation in Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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- Physical Activity and Quality of Life Research Group (AFYCAV), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (M.C.G.-A.); (J.L.L.-L.); (M.M.-A.); (S.V.); (F.J.D.-M.)
- Institute for Research and Innovation in Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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- Physical Activity and Quality of Life Research Group (AFYCAV), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (M.C.G.-A.); (J.L.L.-L.); (M.M.-A.); (S.V.); (F.J.D.-M.)
- Institute for Research and Innovation in Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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- Physical Activity and Quality of Life Research Group (AFYCAV), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (M.C.G.-A.); (J.L.L.-L.); (M.M.-A.); (S.V.); (F.J.D.-M.)
- Institute for Research and Innovation in Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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- Physical Activity and Quality of Life Research Group (AFYCAV), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (M.C.G.-A.); (J.L.L.-L.); (M.M.-A.); (S.V.); (F.J.D.-M.)
- Institute for Research and Innovation in Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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- Physical Activity and Quality of Life Research Group (AFYCAV), Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (M.C.G.-A.); (J.L.L.-L.); (M.M.-A.); (S.V.); (F.J.D.-M.)
- Institute for Research and Innovation in Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain
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Vicente-Campos D, Sánchez-Jorge S, Martí L, Buffet J, Mendoza-Laiz N, Rodriguez-Sanz D, Becerro-de-Bengoa-Vallejo R, Chicarro JL, Calvo-Lobo C. Skin Bioimpedance Analysis to Determine Cellular Integrity by Phase Angle in Women with Fibromyalgia: A Cross-Sectional Study. Biomedicines 2023; 11:3321. [PMID: 38137542 PMCID: PMC10741687 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11123321] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2023] [Revised: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Oxidative stress has been proposed as a significant part of the pathogenesis of fibromyalgia, and the phase angle in bioelectrical impedance analysis has been explored as a potential technique to screen oxidative abnormalities. This study recruited 35 women with fibromyalgia and 35 healthy women, who underwent bioelectrical impedance analysis and maximum isometric handgrip strength tests. Women with fibromyalgia showed lower bilateral handgrip strength (right hand: 16.39 ± 5.87 vs. 27.53 ± 4.09, p < 0.001; left hand: 16.31 ± 5.51 vs. 27.61 ± 4.14, p < 0.001), as well as higher body fat mass (27.14 ± 10.21 vs. 19.94 ± 7.25, p = 0.002), body fat percentage (37.80 ± 8.32 vs. 30.63 ± 7.77, p < 0.001), and visceral fat area (136.76 ± 55.31 vs. 91.65 ± 42.04, p < 0.01) compared with healthy women. There was no statistically significant difference in muscle mass between groups, but women with fibromyalgia showed lower phase angles in all body regions when compared with healthy control women (right arm: 4.42 ± 0.51 vs. 4.97 ± 0.48, p < 0.01; left arm: 4.23 ± 0.48 vs. 4.78 ± 0.50, p < 0.001; trunk: 5.62 ± 0.77 vs. 6.78 ± 0.84, p < 0.001; right leg: 5.28 ± 0.56 vs. 5.81 ± 0.60, p < 0.001; left leg: 5.07 ± 0.51 vs. 5.69 ± 0.58, p < 0.001; whole body: 4.81 ± 0.47 vs. 5.39 ± 0.49, p < 0.001). Moreover, whole-body phase-angle reduction was only predicted by the presence of fibromyalgia (R2 = 0.264; β = 0.639; F(1,68) = 24.411; p < 0.001). Our study revealed significantly lower phase angle values, lower handgrip strength, and higher fat levels in women with fibromyalgia compared to healthy controls, which are data of clinical relevance when dealing with such patients.
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- Davinia Vicente-Campos
- Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28223 Madrid, Spain; (D.V.-C.); (L.M.); (J.B.); (N.M.-L.)
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28223 Madrid, Spain; (D.V.-C.); (L.M.); (J.B.); (N.M.-L.)
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28223 Madrid, Spain; (D.V.-C.); (L.M.); (J.B.); (N.M.-L.)
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28223 Madrid, Spain; (D.V.-C.); (L.M.); (J.B.); (N.M.-L.)
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28223 Madrid, Spain; (D.V.-C.); (L.M.); (J.B.); (N.M.-L.)
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- Faculty of Nursing, Physical Therapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (D.R.-S.); (R.B.-d.-B.-V.); (J.L.C.); (C.C.-L.)
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- Faculty of Nursing, Physical Therapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (D.R.-S.); (R.B.-d.-B.-V.); (J.L.C.); (C.C.-L.)
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- Faculty of Nursing, Physical Therapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (D.R.-S.); (R.B.-d.-B.-V.); (J.L.C.); (C.C.-L.)
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- Faculty of Nursing, Physical Therapy and Podiatry, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040 Madrid, Spain; (D.R.-S.); (R.B.-d.-B.-V.); (J.L.C.); (C.C.-L.)
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Hung CH, Tsai MH, Wang PS, Liang FW, Hsu CY, Lee KW, Fong YO, Han DS, Lee CH, Lai CL, Chen CC. Oxidative stress involves phenotype modulation of morbid soreness symptoms in fibromyalgia. RMD Open 2023; 9:rmdopen-2022-002741. [PMID: 36918228 PMCID: PMC10016302 DOI: 10.1136/rmdopen-2022-002741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/16/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Muscle soreness occurs after exercise and also in musculoskeletal diseases, such as fibromyalgia (FM). However, the nosography and pathoetiology of morbid soreness in FM remain unknown. This study aimed to investigate the morbid soreness of FM, evaluate its therapeutic responses and probe its pathophysiology with metabolomics profiling. METHODS Patients with newly diagnosed FM were prospectively recruited and completed self-report questionnaires pertaining to musculoskeletal symptoms. The phenotypes and metabotypes were assessed with variance, classification and correlation analyses. RESULTS Fifty-one patients and 41 healthy controls were included. Soreness symptoms were prevalent in FM individuals (92.2%). In terms of manifestations and metabolomic features, phenotypes diverged between patients with mixed pain and soreness symptoms (FM-PS) and those with pain dominant symptoms. Conventional treatment for FM did not ameliorate soreness severity despite its efficacy on pain. Moreover, despite the salient therapeutic efficacy on pain relief in FM-PS cases, conventional treatment did not improve their general disease severity. Metabolomics analyses suggested oxidative metabolism dysregulation in FM, and high malondialdehyde level indicated excessive oxidative stress in FM individuals as compared with controls (p=0.009). Contrary to exercise-induced soreness, lactate levels were significantly lower in FM individuals than controls, especially in FM-PS. Moreover, FM-PS cases exclusively featured increased malondialdehyde level (p=0.008) and a correlative trend between malondialdehyde expression and soreness intensity (r=0.337, p=0.086). CONCLUSIONS Morbid soreness symptoms were prevalent in FM, with the presentation and therapeutic responses different from FM pain conditions. Oxidative stress rather than lactate accumulation involved phenotype modulation of the morbid soreness in FM. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT04832100.
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- Chih-Hsien Hung
- Department of Neurology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Child Care, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Pingtung, Taiwan
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- Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences, Fooyin University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.,Department of Medical Research, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.,Center for Big Data Research, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.,Department of Neurology, Kaohsiung Municipal Hsiao Kang Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, National Taiwan University College of Medicine, Taipei, Taiwan.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, National Taiwan UniversityHospital, Bei-Hu Branch, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Neurology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan .,School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan .,Taiwan Mouse Clinic - National Comprehensive Mouse Phenotyping and DrugTesting Center, Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan
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The Behavior of Muscle Oxygen Saturation, Oxy and Deoxy Hemoglobin during a Fatigue Test in Fibromyalgia. Biomedicines 2023; 11:biomedicines11010132. [PMID: 36672640 PMCID: PMC9856161 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11010132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2022] [Revised: 12/31/2022] [Accepted: 01/04/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Previous studies have reported that people with fibromyalgia (FM) could suffer from mitochondrial dysfunction. However, the consumption of muscle oxygen during physical exercise has been poorly studied. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the response of muscle oxygen during a fatigue protocol in people with FM and healthy controls (HC). In addition, the peak torque and the total work were assessed. A total of 31 participants (eighteen were people with fibromyalgia and thirteen were healthy controls) were enrolled in this cross-sectional study. All the participants underwent a fatigue protocol consisting of 20 repetitions at 180°·s−1 of quadriceps flexions and extensions using a Biodex System 3. The muscle oxygen saturation (SmO2), total hemoglobin (THb), deoxygenated hemoglobin (HHb) and oxygenated hemoglobin (O2Hb) values were measured using a portable near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) device. Significant differences between people with FM and healthy controls were found at baseline: SmO2 (FM: 56.03 ± 21.36; HC: 77.41 ± 10.82; p = 0.036), O2Hb (FM: 6.69 ± 2.59; HC: 9.37 ± 1.31; p = 0.030) and HHb (FM: 5.20 ± 2.51; HC: 2.73 ± 1.32; p = 0.039); during the fatigue protocol: SmO2 (FM: 48.54 ± 19.96; HC: 58.87 ± 19.72; p = 0.038), O2Hb (FM: 5.70 ± 2.34; HC: 7.06 ± 2.09; p = 0.027) and HHb (FM: 5.69 ± 2.65; HC: 4.81 ± 2.39; p = 0.048); and in the recovery at three min and six min for SmO2, O2Hb and HHb (p < 0.005). Furthermore, healthy control values of SmO2, O2Hb and HHb have been significantly altered by the fatigue protocol (p < 0.005). In contrast, people with FM did not show any significant alteration in these values. Moreover, significant differences were found in the peak torque at extension (FM: 62.48 ± 24.45; HC: 88.31 ± 23.51; p = 0.033) and flexion (FM: 24.16 ± 11.58; HC: 42.05 ± 9.85; p = 0.010), and the total work performed at leg extension (FM: 1039.78 ± 434.51; HC: 1535.61 ± 474.22; p = 0.007) and flexion (FM: 423.79 ± 239.89; HC: 797.16 ± 194.37; p = 0.005).
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Albuquerque MLL, Monteiro D, Alvarez MC, Vilarino GT, Andrade A, Neiva HP. Effects of strength training in fibromyalgia on balance, neuromuscular performance, and symptomatic analysis: a 12-week study protocol. Front Neurol 2023; 14:1149268. [PMID: 37188309 PMCID: PMC10175792 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2023.1149268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2023] [Accepted: 04/11/2023] [Indexed: 05/17/2023] Open
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Fibromyalgia affects skeletal muscles presenting with muscle stiffness, pain, and fatigue. The exercise practice is wellstabilized and suggested for the reduction of symptoms. However, there are some gaps in the literature related to balance and neuromuscular performance in a strength training protocol. The aim of this study is to structure a protocol to verify the effects of strength training applied over a short period, on balance, neuromuscular performance, and fibromyalgia symptoms. Additionally, we intend to analyze the effects of a short period of cessation of training. Participants will be recruited through flyers, internet advertisements, clinical referrals, health professionals, and email outreach. Volunteers will be randomly assigned to the control group or experimental group. Before the training period, symptoms (Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, Visual Analog Scale), balance (force plate), and neuromuscular performance (medicine ball throw and vertical jump) will be assessed. Participants in the experimental group will perform strength training twice a week (50 min each), on alternate days, for 8 weeks (16 sessions). Then, 4 weeks of detraining will be completed. This training program will be carried out online, using real-time videos, and the participants will be divided into two groups with different schedules. The Borg scale will be used to monitor perceived effort in each session. There is a gap in the literature about exercise prescriptions for fibromyalgia. The supervised online intervention enables a wide range of participation. The strength exercises used (without the use of external materials and/or machines) and load (few repetitions per set) represent a novelty to training programming. Moreover, this training program respects the limitations and individuality of the volunteers, providing exercise adaptations. With positive results, the present protocol could be an easy-to-apply guideline with clear instructions on the details related to exercise prescription. Also, ensure the effectiveness of a low-cost and feasible treatment, especially for fibromyalgia patients. Clinical trial registration https://clinicaltrials.gov/, identifier: NCT05646641.
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- Maria Luiza L. Albuquerque
- Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal
- Research Center in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development, CIDESD, Covilhã, Portugal
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- Research Center in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development, CIDESD, Covilhã, Portugal
- ESECS - Polytechnique of Leiria, Leiria, Portugal
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- Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal
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- Laboratory of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Human Movement Sciences Graduate Program, College of Health and Sport Science, Santa Catarina State University (UDESC), Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Human Movement Sciences Graduate Program, College of Health and Sport Science, Santa Catarina State University (UDESC), Florianópolis, Brazil
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- Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal
- Research Center in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development, CIDESD, Covilhã, Portugal
- *Correspondence: Henrique P. Neiva
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Effects of resistance training on the physical symptoms and functional capacity of patients with fibromyalgia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. Ir J Med Sci 2022:10.1007/s11845-022-03205-5. [PMID: 36326999 DOI: 10.1007/s11845-022-03205-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2022] [Accepted: 10/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND Resistance training (RT) has become an important topic for the treatment of fibromyalgia (FM); however, there are still controversies regarding its ability to significantly improve physical symptoms and a lack of adequate recommendations for evidence-based practice. AIM The aim of this study is to analyze the effects of RT on the physical symptoms of patients with FM through a systematic review with meta-analysis. METHODS We conducted a systematic review of randomized controlled trials in June 2022, according to PRISMA recommendations. The searches were carried out on the databases PubMed, Embase, Science Direct, Web of Science, PEDro, CINAHL, SciELO, and Google Scholar for gray literature, and the protocol was recorded in PROSPERO. Studies that evaluated patients with FM undergoing an RT program lasting more than 2 weeks and that analyzed physical health were selected. To carry out the meta-analysis, the recommendations of the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions were followed. RESULTS In total, 13 studies were included for qualitative analysis and nine for meta-analysis. Regarding meta-analysis, a favorable improvement was found for pain ([MD = - 10.22 (95% CI: - 18.86 to - 1.58; I2: 64%; P for heterogeneity: 0.003)]; very low quality of evidence {QoE}), fatigue ([SMD = - 0.39 (95% CI: - 0.61 to - 0.17; I2: 0%; P = 0.91)]; moderate QoE), and muscle strength ([SMD = 0.94 (95% CI: 0.02 to 1.85; I2: 93%; for heterogeneity: < 0.0001)]; very low QoE) and improvement in functional capacity ([MD = 18.75 (95% CI: 4.27 to 33.22; I2: 39%; P = 0.19)]; low QoE), in the general comparison. CONCLUSION RT was effective in reducing pain and fatigue and increasing strength and functional capacity; however, due to the quality of the evidence, more studies are needed.
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Gerdle B, Dahlqvist Leinhard O, Lund E, Bengtsson A, Lundberg P, Ghafouri B, Forsgren MF. Fibromyalgia: Associations Between Fat Infiltration, Physical Capacity, and Clinical Variables. J Pain Res 2022; 15:2517-2535. [PMID: 36061487 PMCID: PMC9434492 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s376590] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background Obesity is a risk factor for the development of fibromyalgia (FM) and generally most studies report increased Body Mass Index (BMI) in FM. Obesity in FM is associated with a worse clinical presentation. FM patients have low physical conditioning and obesity further exacerbates these aspects. Hitherto studies of FM have focused upon a surrogate for overall measure of fat content, ie, BMI. This study is motivated by that ectopic fat and adipose tissues are rarely investigated in FM including their relationships to physical capacity variables. Moreover, their relationships to clinical variables including are not known. Aims were to 1) compare body composition between FM and healthy controls and 2) investigate if significant associations exist between body composition and physical capacity aspects and important clinical variables. Methods FM patients (n = 32) and healthy controls (CON; n = 30) underwent a clinical examination that included pressure pain thresholds and physical tests. They completed a health questionnaire and participated in whole-body magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to determine body composition aspects. Results Abdominal adipose tissues, muscle fat, and BMI were significantly higher in FM, whereas muscle volumes of quadriceps were smaller. Physical capacity variables correlated negatively with body composition variables in FM. Both body composition and physical capacity variables were significant regressors of group belonging; the physical capacity variables alone showed stronger relationships with group membership. A mix of body composition variables and physical capacity variables were significant regressors of pain intensity and impact in FM. Body composition variables were the strongest regressors of blood pressures, which were increased in FM. Conclusion Obesity has a negative influence on FM symptomatology and increases the risk for other serious conditions. Hence, obesity, dietary habits, and physical activity should be considered when developing clinical management plans for patients with FM.
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- Björn Gerdle
- Pain and Rehabilitation Centre, and Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
- Centre for Medical Image Science and Visualization (CMIV), Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
- Correspondence: Björn Gerdle, Tel +46763927191, Email
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- Centre for Medical Image Science and Visualization (CMIV), Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
- Department of Radiation Physics, and Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
- AMRA Medical AB, Linköping, Sweden
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- Department of Radiation Physics, and Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
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- Pain and Rehabilitation Centre, and Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
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- Centre for Medical Image Science and Visualization (CMIV), Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
- Department of Radiation Physics, and Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
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- Pain and Rehabilitation Centre, and Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
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- Centre for Medical Image Science and Visualization (CMIV), Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
- Department of Radiation Physics, and Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, SE 581 83, Sweden
- AMRA Medical AB, Linköping, Sweden
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Kapuczinski A, Soyfoo MS, De Breucker S, Margaux J. Assessment of sarcopenia in patients with fibromyalgia. Rheumatol Int 2022; 42:279-284. [PMID: 34417829 PMCID: PMC8800887 DOI: 10.1007/s00296-021-04973-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2021] [Accepted: 08/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by persistent widespread musculoskeletal pain. Patients with fibromyalgia have reduced physical activity and increased sedentary rate. The age-associated reduction of skeletal muscle mass and function is called sarcopenia. The European Working Group on Sarcopenia in Older People developed a practical clinical definition and consensus diagnostic criteria for sarcopenia. Loss of muscle function is common in fibromyalgia and in the elderly. The goal of this study is to determine whether the reduction of muscle function in fibromyalgia is related to sarcopenia according to the European Working Group on Sarcopenia in Older People criteria. Forty-five patients with fibromyalgia and thirty-nine healthy control female subjects were included. All the participants were assessed by Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire and SARC-F questionnaire. Muscle mass was evaluated by bioimpedance analysis, muscle strength by handgrip strength test and physical performance with the Short Physical Performance Battery. Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire and SARC-F scores were statistically significantly higher in the fibromyalgia group than in the control group, showing severe disease and a higher risk of sarcopenia in the fibromyalgia group (p < 0.001). Muscle strength and physical performance were statistically significantly lower in the group with fibromyalgia than in the control group (p < 0.001). There was no statistical difference between fibromyalgia and control groups regarding skeletal muscle mass (p = 0.263). Our study demonstrated a significant reduction in muscle function in fibromyalgia patients without any loss of muscle mass. Loss of muscle function without decrease in muscle mass is called dynapenia.
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- Abeline Kapuczinski
- Department of Rheumatology, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, 808, Route de Lennik, 1070, Bruxelles, Belgium.
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- Department of Rheumatology, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, 808, Route de Lennik, 1070, Bruxelles, Belgium
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- Department of Geriatrics, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, Bruxelles, Belgium
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- Department of Rheumatology, Hôpital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles, 808, Route de Lennik, 1070, Bruxelles, Belgium
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Izquierdo-Alventosa R, Inglés M, Cortés-Amador S, Gimeno-Mallench L, Sempere-Rubio N, Serra-Añó P. Effectiveness of High-Frequency Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Physical Exercise in Women With Fibromyalgia: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Phys Ther 2021; 101:6312574. [PMID: 34216139 DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzab159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2020] [Revised: 03/19/2021] [Accepted: 05/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by chronic widespread pain and both physical and emotional alterations, which in turn may affect the individual's quality of life. Thus, interventions aimed at treating such symptoms, without increasing fatigue, are needed. The aim of this study was to explore the effect of high-frequency transcranial magnetic stimulation (HF-TMS) and physical exercise (PE) on pain, impact of FM, physical conditioning, and emotional status in women with FM. METHODS Forty-nine women with FM were randomly allocated to: (1) a PE group (PEG, n = 16), who underwent an 8-week (two 60-minute sessions/wk) low-intensity PE program; (2) a TMS group (TMSG, n = 17) receiving a 2-week (five 20-minute sessions/wk) HF-TMS intervention; and (3) a control group (CG, n = 16). Pain (ie, perceived pain and average pressure pain threshold), perceived impact of FM (ie, overall impact, symptoms, and perceived physical function), physical conditioning (ie, endurance and functional capacity, fatigue, gait velocity, and power), and emotional status (ie, anxiety, depression, stress, and satisfaction) were assessed at baseline (T0) and after the intervention (T1, at 2 weeks for TMSG and at 8 weeks for PEG and CG). RESULTS The TMSG showed significant improvement in all studied variables after the intervention except for satisfaction, whereas the PEG showed improved average pressure pain threshold, perceived overall impact of FM and total score, endurance and functional capacity, velocity and power, anxiety, depression, and stress. In contrast, the CG showed no improvements in any variable. CONCLUSION Both PE and HF-TMS are effective in improving pain, impact of FM, physical conditioning, and emotional status in people with FM; HF-TMS achieved larger improvements in emotional status than PE. IMPACT TMS and PE have similar benefits for physical status, whereas TMS has greater benefits than PE for emotional status in women with FM.
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- Ruth Izquierdo-Alventosa
- UBIC Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Freshage Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- UBIC Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- Freshage Research Group, Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- UBIC Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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- UBIC Research Group, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
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Masquelier E, D'haeyere J. Physical activity in the treatment of fibromyalgia. Joint Bone Spine 2021; 88:105202. [PMID: 33962033 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbspin.2021.105202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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International treatment recommendations for fibromyalgia (FM) highlight the importance of adapted physical activity (APA) combined with patient education. Cognitive and behavioral therapies as well as an interdisciplinary approach can be proposed for more complex or severe clinical situations, with a biopsychosocial vision of rehabilitation. To personalize the rehabilitation's therapeutic approach, a clinician can use simple and validated instruments for measuring physical performance that will highlight levels of physical conditioning, which range from low to very low in FM patients. Several systematic reviews and meta-analyses have found strong evidence that supervised aerobic and resistance-training programs reduce the pain intensity and significantly improve the quality of life and the physical and psychological functioning of female FM subjects. These therapeutic approaches appear safe and promising in terms of cost-effectiveness and should be the subject of more randomized controlled trials among male FM subjects and adolescents.
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- Etienne Masquelier
- Centre Multidisciplinaire de Douleur Chronique, CHU UCL Namur, site Godinne, Avenue Dr G. Thérasse, 1, 5530 Yvoir, Belgium; Institute of NeuroScience (IoNS), Université catholique de Louvain, Louvain, Belgium.
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- Centre Multidisciplinaire de Douleur Chronique, CHU UCL Namur, site Godinne, Avenue Dr G. Thérasse, 1, 5530 Yvoir, Belgium
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Mülkoğlu C, Taşkın S, Vural S, Mansız Kaplan B, Selvi AB, Genç H. Isokinetic evaluation of the trunk muscle strength in housewives with fibromyalgia: a cross-sectional study. Adv Rheumatol 2020; 60:40. [PMID: 32799927 DOI: 10.1186/s42358-020-00142-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2020] [Accepted: 08/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND It is known that physical activity and muscular performance are reduced in fibromyalgia (FM) syndrome. This study aims to compare the performance of trunk muscles in women with FM and healthy controls and evaluate the correlation between trunk muscle strength and FM severity. METHODS Forty-six patients with FM and 42 age- and body mass index-matched healthy housewives without FM were included in the FM and control groups, respectively. The Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ) was used for the assessment of FM severity. The pain intensity was evaluated using the visual analogical scale (VAS). An isokinetic dynamometer was used to measure the isokinetic trunk muscle strength. The peak torque (PT) values were recorded. The psychological status of the patients was evaluated using the Beck Depression Inventory. RESULTS There was no statistically significant difference in terms of age, BMI, and BDI scores in two groups (p > 0.05, for all). The isokinetic trunk extensor PT values were significantly lower in the FM group (p = 0.002 for 60°/s, and p < 0.001 for 90°/s and 120°/s) than control group. There was a statistically significant negative correlation between FIQ score and isokinetic extensor muscle parameters. CONCLUSION The results indicate that trunk extensor muscles were significantly weaker in FM patients. Trunk extensor muscle strength decreased as FM severity increased in FM patients.
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- Cevriye Mülkoğlu
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Health Sciences University, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 06230, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Health Sciences University, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 06230, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Health Sciences University, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 06230, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Health Sciences University, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 06230, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Health Sciences University, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 06230, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Health Sciences University, Ankara Training and Research Hospital, 06230, Ankara, Turkey
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Santos E Campos MA, Párraga‐Montilla JA, Aragón‐Vela J, Latorre‐Román PA. Effects of a functional training program in patients with fibromyalgia: A 9‐year prospective longitudinal cohort study. Scand J Med Sci Sports 2020; 30:904-913. [DOI: 10.1111/sms.13640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2019] [Revised: 02/03/2020] [Accepted: 02/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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- Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports University of Copenhagen Copenhague Denmark
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- Department of Didactics of Music, Plastic and Corporal Expression University of Jaén Jaén Spain
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STENSSON NICLAS, GERDLE BJÖRN, ERNBERG MALIN, MANNERKORPI KAISA, KOSEK EVA, GHAFOURI BIJAR. Increased Anandamide and Decreased Pain and Depression after Exercise in Fibromyalgia. Med Sci Sports Exerc 2020; 52:1617-1628. [DOI: 10.1249/mss.0000000000002293] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Salaffi F, Farah S, Di Carlo M. Force-time curve features of handgrip strength in fibromyalgia syndrome. Sci Rep 2020; 10:3372. [PMID: 32099072 PMCID: PMC7042213 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-60227-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2019] [Accepted: 01/31/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to compare the handgrip strength (HGs), assessed with a cylindrical-shape grip device, of fibromyalgia syndrome (FM) patients with healthy subjects and to demonstrate the relationship between HGs characteristics and disease severity. Consecutive female patients with FM were enrolled and compared to a group of healthy women. The correlations between HGs curve characteristics and disease severity indices were studied through the Spearman’s rho correlation coefficients (rho). The HGs threshold distinguishing the FM presence was determined using the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves analysis. Multivariate regression analysis was used in order to assess the contribution of covariates on the HGs. 110 patients (mean age 53.8 ± 12.4 years) and 111 healthy controls have been enrolled. Altogether all parameters related to the analysis of HGs were worse in patients with FM. The HGs cut-off distinguishing the presence of a FM was 14.2 Kg. A negative correlation was found between disease severity indices and peak force (p < 0.001). Factors significantly associated with HGs area under the curve (AUC) in multivariate analysis were the Widespread Pain Index (WPI) (p = 0.003) and the revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQR) (p = 0.016). HGs is reduced in female FM patients and is inversely related to disease severity. The force-time curves analysis may be used as a complementary tool in the FM assessment and monitoring.
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- Fausto Salaffi
- Rheumatological Clinic, Ospedale "Carlo Urbani", Università Politecnica delle Marche, Jesi (Ancona), Italy
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- Rheumatological Clinic, Ospedale "Carlo Urbani", Università Politecnica delle Marche, Jesi (Ancona), Italy
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- Rheumatological Clinic, Ospedale "Carlo Urbani", Università Politecnica delle Marche, Jesi (Ancona), Italy.
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Leon-Llamas JL, Villafaina S, Murillo-Garcia A, Collado-Mateo D, Domínguez-Muñoz FJ, Sánchez-Gómez J, Gusi N. Strength Assessment Under Dual Task Conditions in Women with Fibromyalgia: A Test-Retest Reliability Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 16:ijerph16244971. [PMID: 31817817 PMCID: PMC6950610 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16244971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2019] [Accepted: 12/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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The present study aimed to: (1) analyze the test-retest reliability of the 30 s chair stand test and the 30 s arm curl test under dual-task conditions; (2) analyze the test-retest reliability of a new variable which assesses the total performance (cognitive + physical) in both tests. A total of 37 women with fibromyalgia participated in the study. Participants completed the 30 s arm curl test and 30 s chair stand test in both simple and dual-task conditions. These tests were repeated after seven days. In the 30 s chair stand dual-task test the reliability was low to good whereas that of the total performance variable was low to moderate. The reliability in both the 30 s arm curl dual-task test and the total performance variable were good to moderate. Both the 30 s chair stand test and 30 s arm curl test under dual-task conditions and the total performance variables had good test-retest reliability. However, it is necessary to consider the fluctuations of the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC).
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- Juan Luis Leon-Llamas
- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
- Correspondence: (S.V.); (A.M.-G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
- Correspondence: (S.V.); (A.M.-G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 10003 Cáceres, Spain; (J.L.L.-L.); (J.S.-G.); (N.G.)
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Devrimsel G, Turkyilmaz AK, Beyazal MS, Karkucak M. Assessment of hand function and disability in fibromyalgia. Z Rheumatol 2019; 78:889-893. [PMID: 30324279 DOI: 10.1007/s00393-018-0558-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Fibromyalgia, a potentially debilitating chronic pain syndrome, is a chronic disease. We aimed to compare the hand function of fibromyalgia (FM) patients and healthy individuals and to demonstrate the relationship between hand disability and FM. PATIENTS AND METHODS The study was consisted of 40 female patients with FM and 30 healthy controls. All participants were evaluated for pain threshold measurements, handgrip strength, and pinch strength. Functional states, hand disability, and hand skills and coordination were evaluated using the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ) form, the Disability of Arm-Shoulder-Hand (DASH) questionnaire and the Purdue Pegboard Test, respectively. RESULTS Handgrip strength values, DASH score, lateral pinch strength test, Pegboard placement time, and Pegboard collection time of the patient group were significantly lower than those of the control group (all p < 0.05). A negative correlation was found between FIQ score and handgrip strength, two-point pinch strength test, three-point pinch strength test, and lateral pinch strength test in patients with moderate FM (all p < 0.05). Furthermore, a correlation was observed between DASH score and handgrip strength, lateral pinch strength test, Purdue Pegboard placement time, and Purdue Pegboard collection time in patients with moderate FM (all p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Our results show that hand function was decreased in patients with FM compared to healthy controls and decreasing hand function was influenced by FIQ score. As a result, the evaluation of hand function should be taken into consideration in the management of FM.
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- G Devrimsel
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Medical School, Rize, Turkey.
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Medical School, Rize, Turkey
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Medical School, Rize, Turkey
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Medical School, Rize, Turkey
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Umay E, Gundogdu I, Ozturk EA. What happens to muscles in fibromyalgia syndrome. Ir J Med Sci 2019; 189:749-756. [PMID: 31773542 DOI: 10.1007/s11845-019-02138-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2019] [Accepted: 11/11/2019] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND The main somatic symptoms of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) are chronic musculoskeletal pain, stiffness, and fatigue, all of which are related to the muscle system and its functioning. AIMS The aim of this study was to evaluate whether the asymptomatic upper and lower extremity muscles evaluated using ultrasonography (US) were different from healthy controls in both newly diagnosed and established FMS and to assess whether muscle measurements were related to fatigue and disease severity, as well as quality of life. METHODS This study was conducted on 152 subjects (102 patients and 50 healthy controls) as a cross-sectional controlled trial. Real-time imaging of cross-sectional thickness (CST) (for deltoid, biceps brachii, triceps brachii, forearm flexor, tibialis anterior, and gastrocnemius medialis), and cross-sectional areas (CSAs) (quadriceps femoris (QF)) measurements were performed using US. Fatigue and disease severity as well as quality of life scales were given to all participants. RESULTS In both patient groups, decreased QF muscle CSA was significantly correlated with increased fatigue severity and decreased overall quality of life and energy levels. Moreover, in patients with established disease, there was a significant correlation between the decrease in QF muscle CSA and increased social isolation and between the decrease in biceps brachii muscle CST and increased fatigue severity. CONCLUSIONS Whether in newly diagnosed or established disease, muscle measurement values and quality of life parameters were significantly decreased in patients with FMS compared with healthy controls.
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- Ebru Umay
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ankara Diskapi Yildirim Beyazit Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ankara Diskapi Yildirim Beyazit Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ankara Diskapi Yildirim Beyazit Training and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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Bergenheim A, Juhlin S, Nordeman L, Joelsson M, Mannerkorpi K. Stress levels predict substantial improvement in pain intensity after 10 to 12 years in women with fibromyalgia and chronic widespread pain: a cohort study. BMC Rheumatol 2019; 3:5. [PMID: 31286111 PMCID: PMC6589879 DOI: 10.1186/s41927-019-0072-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2018] [Accepted: 05/31/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background Previous studies of prognosis for women with Fibromyalgia (FM) or chronic widespread pain (CWP) show contradictory results. However, some women appear to improve in pain and other core symptoms over time. There is limited knowledge about predictors of substantial improvement in pain intensity over a longer period of time. The primary objective of this study was to investigate the natural course of pain intensity and distribution of pain over 10 to 12 years in a cohort of 166 women with FM or CWP. Secondarily we wanted to investigate predictors of substantial improvement (≥50%) in pain intensity after 10 to 12 years. Methods The study is a longitudinal prospective cohort study. 166 women with FM or CWP were followed up after 10 to 12 years. 126 women (76%) participated in the follow-up and completed a battery of questionnaires concerning pain intensity, pain distribution and other physical and mental aspects of health. Differences in symptoms within the cohort over 10 to 12 years and predictors of substantial improvement (≥50%) in pain intensity were calculated. Results Pain had improved at the 10 to 12 year follow-up (p < 0.001) with a mean change of − 9.2 mm (SD 23.3, 95% CI: − 13.3; − 5.0) for pain intensity and − 2.0 sites (SD 4.2, 95% CI: − 2.7; − 1.2) for pain distribution. Nine percent of the 126 women showed an individual moderate improvement in pain intensity while 16% showed a substantial improvement at the follow-up as compared to baseline. Lower symptoms of stress and higher pain intensity at baseline predicted higher probability of reporting at least 50% less pain intensity after 10 to 12 years as compared to baseline. Conclusions A majority of women with FM and CWP appear to have a positive course of pain over time, which should be communicated to these patients in health care. Reducing stress levels might contribute to better chances of improvement over time. Trial registration Clinicaltrials.gov NCT02872129, registered 06/30/2016.
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- Anna Bergenheim
- 1Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy Unit, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Research and Development Primary Health Care, Region Västra Götaland, Sweden.,Närhälsan Rehabilitation Centres, Region Västra Götaland, Sweden
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- 1Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy Unit, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Research and Development Primary Health Care, Region Västra Götaland, Sweden.,Närhälsan Rehabilitation Centres, Region Västra Götaland, Sweden
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- 1Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy Unit, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Research and Development Primary Health Care, Region Västra Götaland, Sweden
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- Närhälsan Rehabilitation Centres, Region Västra Götaland, Sweden
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- 1Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy Unit, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Acute low-level laser therapy effects on peripheral muscle strength and resistance in patients with fibromyalgia. Lasers Med Sci 2019; 35:505-510. [DOI: 10.1007/s10103-019-02816-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2019] [Accepted: 05/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Paulus J, Bosquet L, Forthomme B, Donneau AF, Grémeaux V, Croisier JL. Measured and derived parameters of isokinetic fatigability of knee muscles: What can we apply, what should we not? ISOKINET EXERC SCI 2019. [DOI: 10.3233/ies-176210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- J. Paulus
- Department of Motricity Sciences and Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Poitier, Poitiers, France
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- Department of Motricity Sciences and Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium
- Department of Physical Medicine and Sport Traumatology, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium
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- Department Public Health Sciences, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium
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- Pole Rehabilitation, University Hospital Center of Dijon, Dijon, France
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- Department of Motricity Sciences and Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium
- Department of Physical Medicine and Sport Traumatology, University of Liege, Liege, Belgium
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Larsson A, Palstam A, Bjersing J, Löfgren M, Ernberg M, Kosek E, Gerdle B, Mannerkorpi K. Controlled, cross-sectional, multi-center study of physical capacity and associated factors in women with fibromyalgia. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2018; 19:121. [PMID: 29673356 PMCID: PMC5907704 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-018-2047-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2017] [Accepted: 04/12/2018] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Background Health and physical capacity are commonly associated with disease, age, and socioeconomic factors. The primary objective of this study was to investigate the degree to which physical capacity, defined as muscle strength and walking ability, is decreased in women with fibromyalgia (FM), as compared to healthy women, who are matched for age and level of education. The secondary aim was to investigate whether muscle strength and walking ability are associated with age, symptom duration, activity limitations and, Body Mass Index (BMI) in women with FM and control subjects. Methods This controlled, cross-sectional, multi-center study comprised 118 women with FM and 93 age- and education-level-matched healthy women. The outcome measures were isometric knee-extension force, isometric elbow-flexion force, isometric hand-grip force, and walking ability. Differences between the groups were calculated, and for the women with FM analyses of correlations between the measures of physical capacity and variables were performed. Results The women with FM showed 20% (p < 0.001) lower isometric knee-extension force, 36% (p < 0.001) lower isometric elbow-flexion force, 34% (p < 0.001) lower isometric hand-grip force, and 16% lower walking ability (p < 0.001), as compared to the healthy controls. All measures of muscle strength in women with FM showed significant weak to moderate relationship to symptom duration (rs = − 0.23–0.32) and walking ability (rs = 0.25–0.36). Isometric knee-extension force correlated with activity limitations, as measured using the SF-36 Physical function subscale (rs=0.23, p = 0.011). Conclusions Physical capacity was considerably decreased in the women with FM, as compared to the age- and education-level-matched control group. All measures of physical capacity showed a significant association with symptom duration. Knee-extension force and walking ability were significantly associated with activity limitations, age, and BMI. It seems important to address this problem and to target interventions to prevent decline in muscle strength. Assessments of muscle strength and walking ability are easy to administer and should be routinely carried out in the clinical setting for women with FM. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov identification number: NCT01226784, Oct 21, 2010.
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- Anette Larsson
- Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Section of Health and Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 430, 40530, Gothenburg, Sweden. .,University of Gothenburg Centre for Person-Centred Care (GPCC), Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Rheumatology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Karolinska Institutet and Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Danderyd Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, and Scandinavian Center for Orofacial Neurosciences (SCON), Huddinge, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institute and Stockholm Spine Center, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Pain and Rehabilitation Centre, Department of Medical and Health Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Section of Health and Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 430, 40530, Gothenburg, Sweden.,University of Gothenburg Centre for Person-Centred Care (GPCC), Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Rheumatology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Determining the Minimal Clinically Important Difference for 6-Minute Walk Distance in Fibromyalgia. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2017; 95:738-45. [PMID: 27003201 DOI: 10.1097/phm.0000000000000485] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to estimate the minimal clinically important difference (MCID) for 6-min walk distance (6MWD) in patients with fibromyalgia. DESIGN Data from a recently completed trial that included 187 patients who completed the 6-min walk test, Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ), and Short-Form 36 (SF36) at 12 and 36 wks were used to examine longitudinal changes in 6MWD. An anchor-based approach that used linear regression analyses was used to determine the MCID for 6MWD, using the total FIQ score (FIQ-Total) and SF36-physical function domain as clinical anchors. RESULTS The mean (SD) change in 6MWD from baseline to week 36 was 34.4 (65.2) m (P < 0.001). The anchor-based MCIDs for the 6MWD were 156 and 167 m for the FIQ and SF36-physical function domain, respectively. These MCIDs correspond with clinically meaningful improvements in FIQ (14% reduction) and SF36-physical function domain (10-point increase). CONCLUSION The MCID for 6MWD in patients with fibromyalgia was 156 to 167 m. These findings provide the first evidence of the change in 6MWD that is perceived by patients to be clinically meaningful. Further research using other MCID calculation methods is needed to refine estimates of the MCID for 6MWD in patients with fibromyalgia.
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Mannerkorpi K, Landin-Wilhelmsen K, Larsson A, Cider Å, Arodell O, Bjersing JL. Acute effects of physical exercise on the serum insulin-like growth factor system in women with fibromyalgia. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2017; 18:37. [PMID: 28122522 PMCID: PMC5264319 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-017-1402-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2016] [Accepted: 01/14/2017] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Increased Serum insulin-like growth factor-1 (S-IGF-1) has been noted after physical activity in healthy subjects, while the acute release of S-IGF-1 in relation to exercise has not previously been studied in women with fibromyalgia (FM). S-IGF-1 and its binding protein (S-IGFBP-3) are mediated by growth hormone and have anabolic effects on the skeletal muscle. Aim of the study was to investigate acute release of IGF-1 after aerobic exercise in women with FM. METHODS The acute effect of physical exercise on S-IGF-1 and S-IGFBP-3 were studied in 22 women with FM and in 27 healthy controls during moderate and high-intensity cycling (i.e. ratings 12-13 and 15-17, on Borg's perceived exertion scale (RPE), respectively). Self-reported pain and fatigue were recorded. Differences within and between the two groups were analyzed. RESULTS After 15 min of bicycling, S-IGF-1 and S-IGFBP-3 increased both within the group with FM and in the healthy controls (p < 0.01). The increases in S-IGF-1 did not significantly differ between the women with FM and the healthy control group (mean increase 11 ± 10 vs. 11 ± 15 ng/ml and 13 ± 10 vs. 19 ± 22 ng/ml) when bicycling at moderate or high intensity, respectively. Self-reported pain and fatigue during exercise, irrespective of intensity, were higher in women with FM compared with healthy controls (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Fifteen minutes bicycling at moderate intensity was sufficient to acutely mobilise S-IGF-1 in women with FM similarly to healthy controls in spite of higher score of fatigue and pain in women with FM. Hence, patients with FM were able to activate their skeletal muscle metabolism during a short, moderate bout of exercise and were not resistant to training effects. The result is important for encouraging clinical rehabilitation of patients with FM who commonly exercise at a moderate, rather than at a high-intensity level. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.govNCT01592916 , May 4, 2012.
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- Kaisa Mannerkorpi
- Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Section of Health and Rehabilitation, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden. .,Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Physiotherapy and Occupational therapy, Göteborg, Sweden. .,Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation Research, Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Guldhedsgatan 10, Box 480, 40530, Göteborg, Sweden.
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- Section of Endocrinology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Institution of Medicine, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Section of Health and Rehabilitation, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Section of Health and Rehabilitation, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation Research, Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Guldhedsgatan 10, Box 480, 40530, Göteborg, Sweden
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- Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation Research, Institute of Medicine, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Guldhedsgatan 10, Box 480, 40530, Göteborg, Sweden.,Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Rheumatology, Göteborg, Sweden
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Güler H, Yildizgören MT, Üstün N, Paksoy H, Turhanoğlu AD. Isokinetic Assessment of the Wrist Muscles in Females With Fibromyalgia. Arch Rheumatol 2016; 31:215-220. [PMID: 29900934 PMCID: PMC5827845 DOI: 10.5606/archrheumatol.2016.5908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2016] [Accepted: 02/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study aims to evaluate wrist muscle strength and muscle fatigue in females with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) and compare the results with those of healthy controls. PATIENTS AND METHODS Thirty consecutive female FMS patients (mean age 39.8±6.7 years; range 25 to 49 years) and 50 age and body mass index similar healthy females (mean age 35.4±7.9 years; range 27 to 48 years) were enrolled. Patients' clinical characteristics were recorded and symptoms were evaluated by the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire. In addition to the demographic characteristics, physical activities of all subjects were questioned, isokinetic muscle performance was measured, and fatigue index was calculated by endurance test. RESULTS The peak torque values of the wrist extensor and flexor muscles (at an angular velocity of 90°/second) were higher in the control group than in the FMS group (both p<0.01). There were no differences between the groups in terms of the fatigue indexes of the flexor and extensor muscles of the wrist (both p>0.05). While there were differences between the groups regarding weekly hours of walking (p=0.01) and house cleaning (p<0.001), no differences were determined for weekly hours of bicycling, gardening, doing sports, or total physical activity. There was no correlation between the peak torque values and clinical characteristics in FMS group. CONCLUSION Patients with FMS had decreased muscle strength compared to healthy controls. Further studies with larger participants are needed to explain the relationship between upper limb muscle performance and FMS, as well as the underlying pathogenesis.
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- Hayal Güler
- Department of Physical and Rehabilitation, Medical Faculty of Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey
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- Department of Physical and Rehabilitation, Medical Faculty of Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey
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- Department of Physical and Rehabilitation, Medical Faculty of Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey
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- Department of Physical and Rehabilitation, Medical Faculty of Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey
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Silva AP, Chagas DDV, Cavaliere ML, Pinto S, de Oliveira Barbosa JS, Batista LA. Kinematic analysis of subtalar eversion during gait in women with fibromyalgia. Foot (Edinb) 2016; 28:42-46. [PMID: 27744046 DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2016.09.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2015] [Revised: 05/27/2016] [Accepted: 09/20/2016] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To analyse the subtalar eversion range of motion during walking in women with fibromyalgia. METHOD Twenty women diagnosed with fibromyalgia were directed to walk barefoot at comfortable and self-paced speed on a 7m walkway. Subtalar eversion range of motion was measured using the difference between the maximum and minimum values of subtalar eversion in stance phase. A range of motion between 4°-6° was considered as reference values for subtalar eversion during gait. Descriptive statistics were performed. RESULTS In both right and left lower limb analysis of subtalar eversion range of motion, five women showed joint hypomobility, and twelve showed hypermobility. Only one patient performed unaltered subtalar eversion range of motion in both lower limbs. Both joints expressed high variability, and there were no significant differences between the right and left sides. CONCLUSIONS The findings suggest that biomechanical function of the subtalar joint eversion during the loading response phase of gait in women with fibromyalgia, by excessive rigidity or complacency joint, tends to be impaired. This finding suggests that the indication of walking as an auxiliary strategy in the treatment of women with fibromyalgia should be preceded by thorough examination of the mechanical conditions of the subtalar joint of the patient.
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- Ana Paula Silva
- Laboratory of Biomechanics and Motor Behavior, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics and Motor Behavior, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Medical Sciences, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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- Laboratory of Exercise Physiology Applied to Physical Education, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics and Motor Behavior, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Medical Sciences, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics and Motor Behavior, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Postgraduate Program in Medical Sciences, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Ericsson A, Mannerkorpi K. How to manage fatigue in fibromyalgia: nonpharmacological options. Pain Manag 2016; 6:331-8. [PMID: 27297077 DOI: 10.2217/pmt-2016-0015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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The aim of this article is to suggest recommendations for the management of fatigue in fibromyalgia (FM) by reviewing and compiling findings of nonpharmacological treatment for fatigue in patients with FM. The management of fatigue in FM should incorporate regular physical exercise maintained for a longer period of time, which contributes to improved general health and facilitates coping with fatigue and other symptoms. The evidence is still low and the effect of exercise on fatigue in FM needs to be further studied. Patients with FM appear to benefit from general sleep hygiene advice and also need to develop individual strategies to manage the complex factors in everyday life that may be related to fatigue.
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- Anna Ericsson
- University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska Academy, Institution of Neuroscience & Physiology - Section of Health & Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Göteborg, Sweden.,Närhälsan Research & Development, Primary Health Care, Region Västra Götaland, Sweden
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- University of Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska Academy, Institution of Neuroscience & Physiology - Section of Health & Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Göteborg, Sweden
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Leung A, Gregory NS, Allen LAH, Sluka KA. Regular physical activity prevents chronic pain by altering resident muscle macrophage phenotype and increasing interleukin-10 in mice. Pain 2016; 157:70-79. [PMID: 26230740 PMCID: PMC4685958 DOI: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000000312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 108] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Regular physical activity in healthy individuals prevents development of chronic musculoskeletal pain; however, the mechanisms underlying this exercise-induced analgesia are not well understood. Interleukin-10 (IL-10), an antiinflammatory cytokine that can reduce nociceptor sensitization, increases during regular physical activity. Since macrophages play a major role in cytokine production and are present in muscle tissue, we propose that physical activity alters macrophage phenotype to increase IL-10 and prevent chronic pain. Physical activity was induced by allowing C57BL/6J mice free access to running wheels for 8 weeks and compared to sedentary mice with no running wheels. Using immunohistochemical staining of the gastrocnemius muscle to label regulatory (M2, secretes antiinflammatory cytokines) and classical (M1, secretes proinflammatory cytokines) macrophages, the percentage of M2-macrophages increased significantly in physically active mice (68.5% ± 4.6% of total) compared with sedentary mice (45.8% ± 7.1% of total). Repeated acid injections into the muscle enhanced mechanical sensitivity of the muscle and paw in sedentary animals, which does not occur in physically active mice; no sex differences occur in either sedentary or physically active mice. Blockade of IL-10 systemically or locally prevented the analgesia in physically active mice, ie, mice developed hyperalgesia. Conversely, sedentary mice pretreated systemically or locally with IL-10 had reduced hyperalgesia after repeated acid injections. Thus, these results suggest that regular physical activity increases the percentage of regulatory macrophages in muscle and that IL-10 is an essential mediator in the analgesia produced by regular physical activity.
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- Audrey Leung
- University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA, USA Neuroscience Graduate Program, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA Departments of Internal Medicine and Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA, USA
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Koca I, Savas E, Ozturk ZA, Boyaci A, Tutoglu A, Alkan S, Yildiz H, Kimyon G. The evaluation in terms of sarcopenia of patients with fibromyalgia syndrome. Wien Klin Wochenschr 2015; 128:816-821. [PMID: 26142171 DOI: 10.1007/s00508-015-0821-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2014] [Accepted: 05/28/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is an extra-articular rheumatic illness, characterized by widespread body pain and decreased muscle function. Generalized loss of muscle mass and strength is named as sarcopenia. The objective of this study was to evaluate patients with FMS regarding sarcopenia. METHODS This was a cross sectional, case-controlled, single-blinded, and single-centered study. The FMS patients were assessed by Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ), visual analog scale (VAS), Beck Depression Index (BDI), and Pittsburg Sleep Quality Scale (PSQI). All the participants were evaluated for sarcopenia by bioimpedance analysis (BIA), anthropometric measurements, handgrip strength, and the parameters of walking speed. RESULTS In this study, 82 patients with FMS and 38 healthy control female subjects were included. VAS, BDI, and PSQI scores were statistically higher in the FMS group than the control group (p < 0.001). Handgrip strength (HS) and walking speed (WS) scores in the group with FMS were statistically lower than the control group (p = 0.023, p < 0.001 respectively). VAS score of FMS patients was significantly correlated with BIA, body mass index, waist circumference, HS, and WS scores (r = 0.284, p = 0.012; r = 0.228, p = 0.045; r = 0.249, p = 0.028; r = - 0.361, p = 0.001; and r = - 0.230, p = 0.043 respectively). Also FIQ in patients was significantly correlated with BIA, waist circumference, HS, WS, and body mass index (r = 0.267, p = 0.018; r = 0.291, p = 0.010; r = - 0.319, p = 0.004; r = - 0.360, p = 0.001; and r = 0.304, p = 0.007 respectively). CONCLUSION Evaluation of female patients with primary FMS by the sarcopenia parameters could contribute a more objective evaluation during the patients' follow-up.
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- Irfan Koca
- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Turkey.
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Geriatrics, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harran University, Sanliurfa, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harran University, Sanliurfa, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Department of Rheumatology, Gaziantep University, Gaziantep, Turkey
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Larsson A, Palstam A, Löfgren M, Ernberg M, Bjersing J, Bileviciute-Ljungar I, Gerdle B, Kosek E, Mannerkorpi K. Resistance exercise improves muscle strength, health status and pain intensity in fibromyalgia--a randomized controlled trial. Arthritis Res Ther 2015; 17:161. [PMID: 26084281 PMCID: PMC4489359 DOI: 10.1186/s13075-015-0679-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 101] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2015] [Accepted: 06/10/2015] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Introduction Fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by persistent widespread pain, increased pain sensitivity and tenderness. Muscle strength in women with FM is reduced compared to healthy women. The aim of this study was to examine the effects of a progressive resistance exercise program on muscle strength, health status, and current pain intensity in women with FM. Methods A total of 130 women with FM (age 22–64 years, symptom duration 0–35 years) were included in this assessor-blinded randomized controlled multi-center trial examining the effects of progressive resistance group exercise compared with an active control group. A person-centred model of exercise was used to support the participants’ self-confidence for management of exercise because of known risks of activity-induced pain in FM. The intervention was performed twice a week for 15 weeks and was supervised by experienced physiotherapists. Primary outcome measure was isometric knee-extension force (Steve Strong®), secondary outcome measures were health status (FIQ total score), current pain intensity (VAS), 6MWT, isometric elbow-flexion force, hand-grip force, health related quality of life, pain disability, pain acceptance, fear avoidance beliefs, and patient global impression of change (PGIC). Outcomes were assessed at baseline and immediately after the intervention. Long-term follow up comprised the self-reported questionnaires only and was conducted after 13–18 months. Between-group and within-group differences were calculated using non-parametric statistics. Results Significant improvements were found for isometric knee-extension force (p = 0.010), health status (p = 0.038), current pain intensity (p = 0.033), 6MWT (p = 0.003), isometric elbow flexion force (p = 0.02), pain disability (p = 0.005), and pain acceptance (p = 0.043) in the resistance exercise group (n = 56) when compared to the control group (n = 49). PGIC differed significantly (p = 0.001) in favor of the resistance exercise group at post-treatment examinations. No significant differences between the resistance exercise group and the active control group were found regarding change in self-reported questionnaires from baseline to 13–18 months. Conclusions Person-centered progressive resistance exercise was found to be a feasible mode of exercise for women with FM, improving muscle strength, health status, and current pain intensity when assessed immediately after the intervention. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov identification number: NCT01226784, Oct 21, 2010.
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- Anette Larsson
- Institute of Medicine, Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation research, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Guldhedsgatan Box 480, 405 30, Göteborg, Sweden. .,University of Gothenburg Centre for Person Centered Care (GPCC), Göteborg, Sweden.
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- Institute of Medicine, Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation research, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Guldhedsgatan Box 480, 405 30, Göteborg, Sweden. .,University of Gothenburg Centre for Person Centered Care (GPCC), Göteborg, Sweden.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Danderyd Hospital, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Department of Dental Medicine, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Rheumatology, Göteborg, Sweden.
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- Department of Pain and Rehabilitation Center, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden. .,Department of Medical and Health Sciences, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.
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- Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Institute of Medicine, Department of Rheumatology and Inflammation research, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Guldhedsgatan Box 480, 405 30, Göteborg, Sweden. .,University of Gothenburg Centre for Person Centered Care (GPCC), Göteborg, Sweden. .,Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Section of Health and Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Göteborg, Sweden.
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Latorre Román PÁ, Santos E Campos MA, García-Pinillos F. Effects of functional training on pain, leg strength, and balance in women with fibromyalgia. Mod Rheumatol 2015; 25:943-7. [PMID: 25867230 DOI: 10.3109/14397595.2015.1040614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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AIM The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of 18-week functional training (FT) program consisting in two sessions a week of in-water exercise and one of on-land exercise on pain, strength, and balance in women with fibromyalgia. METHODS A sample consisting of 36 fibromyalgia patients was included in the study. The patients were allocated randomly into the experimental group (EG, n = 20), and control group (CG, n = 16). Standardized field-based fitness tests were used to assess muscle strength (30-s chair stand and handgrip strength) and agility/dynamic balance and static balance. Fibromyalgia impact and pain were analyzed by Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ), tender points (TPs), visual analog scale (VAS). RESULTS We observed a significant reduction in the FIQ (p = 0.042), the algometer scale of TP (p = 0.008), TP (p < 0.001), and VAS (p < 0.001) in the EG. The EG shows better results in leg strength (p < 0.001), handgrip strength (p = 0.025), agility/dynamic balance (p = 0.032) and balance (p = 0.006). CONCLUSIONS An 18-week intervention consisting in two sessions of in-water exercise and one session of on-land exercise of FT reduces pain and improves functional capacity in FM patients. These results suggested that FT could play an important role in maintaining an independent lifestyle in patients with FM.
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Sil S, Thomas S, DiCesare C, Strotman D, Ting TV, Myer G, Kashikar-Zuck S. Preliminary evidence of altered biomechanics in adolescents with juvenile fibromyalgia. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken) 2015; 67:102-11. [PMID: 25156509 DOI: 10.1002/acr.22450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2014] [Accepted: 08/12/2014] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Juvenile fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by chronic musculoskeletal pain and marked reduction in physical activity. Despite recommendations for exercise to manage juvenile FM pain, exercise adherence is poor. Because of pain and activity avoidance, adolescents with juvenile FM are at risk for altered joint mechanics that may make them susceptible to increased pain and reduced tolerance for exercise. The primary aim of this study was to assess functional deficits in patients with juvenile FM compared to healthy controls using objective biomechanical assessment. METHODS Female adolescent patients with juvenile FM (n = 17) and healthy controls (n = 14) completed biomechanical assessments, including gait analysis and tests of lower extremity strength (isokinetic knee extension/flexion and hip abduction) and functional performance (drop vertical jump test) along with self-reported measures of disability (Functional Disability Inventory), pain intensity, depressive symptoms (Children's Depression Inventory), and fear of movement (Tampa Scale of Kinesiophobia). RESULTS Patients with juvenile FM demonstrated mild deficiencies in walking gait and functional performance (P < 0.05 for both) and significantly lower left knee extension and flexion strength (18-22% deficit) and bilateral hip abduction strength (34-38%) compared with healthy controls (P < 0.008 for all). Patients with juvenile FM reported significantly higher functional disability, pain intensity, depressive symptoms, and fear of movement relative to controls (P < 0.01 for all). CONCLUSION This study showed that adolescents with juvenile FM exhibited objective alterations in biomechanics and self-reported fear of movement that may have reinforced their activity avoidance. Interventions for juvenile FM should include a focus on correcting functional deficits and instilling greater confidence in adolescents with juvenile FM to engage in exercise to improve functional outcomes.
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- Soumitri Sil
- Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center, Atlanta, Georgia
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Neuronal nitric oxide synthase is dislocated in type I fibers of myalgic muscle but can recover with physical exercise training. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2015; 2015:265278. [PMID: 25853139 PMCID: PMC4380094 DOI: 10.1155/2015/265278] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2014] [Revised: 01/24/2015] [Accepted: 02/18/2015] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Trapezius myalgia is the most common type of chronic neck pain. While physical exercise reduces pain and improves muscle function, the underlying mechanisms remain unclear. Nitric oxide (NO) signaling is important in modulating cellular function, and a dysfunctional neuronal NO synthase (nNOS) may contribute to an ineffective muscle function. This study investigated nNOS expression and localization in chronically painful muscle. Forty-one women clinically diagnosed with trapezius myalgia (MYA) and 18 healthy controls (CON) were included in the case-control study. Subsequently, MYA were randomly assigned to either 10 weeks of specific strength training (SST, n = 18), general fitness training (GFT, n = 15), or health information (REF, n = 8). Distribution of fiber type, cross-sectional area, and sarcolemmal nNOS expression did not differ between MYA and CON. However, MYA showed increased sarcoplasmic nNOS localization (18.8 ± 12 versus 12.8 ± 8%, P = 0.049) compared with CON. SST resulted in a decrease of sarcoplasm-localized nNOS following training (before 18.1 ± 12 versus after 12.0 ± 12%; P = 0,027). We demonstrate that myalgic muscle displays altered nNOS localization and that 10 weeks of strength training normalize these disruptions, which supports previous findings of impaired muscle oxygenation during work tasks and reduced pain following exercise.
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Ageing influence in the evolution of strength and muscle mass in women with fibromyalgia: the al-Ándalus project. Rheumatol Int 2015; 35:1243-50. [DOI: 10.1007/s00296-015-3213-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2014] [Accepted: 01/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Kaleth AS, Slaven JE, Ang DC. Does increasing steps per day predict improvement in physical function and pain interference in adults with fibromyalgia? Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken) 2015; 66:1887-94. [PMID: 25049001 DOI: 10.1002/acr.22398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2014] [Accepted: 07/01/2014] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the concurrent and predictive associations between the number of steps taken per day and clinical outcomes in patients with fibromyalgia (FM). METHODS A total of 199 adults with FM (mean age 46.1 years, 95% women) who were enrolled in a randomized clinical trial wore a hip-mounted accelerometer for 1 week and completed self-report measures of physical function (Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire-Physical Impairment [FIQ-PI], Short Form 36 [SF-36] health survey physical component score [PCS], pain intensity and interference (Brief Pain Inventory [BPI]), and depressive symptoms (Patient Health Questionnaire-8 [PHQ-8]) as part of their baseline and followup assessments. Associations of steps per day with self-report clinical measures were evaluated from baseline to week 12 using multivariate regression models adjusted for demographic and baseline covariates. RESULTS Study participants were primarily sedentary, averaging 4,019 ± 1,530 steps per day. Our findings demonstrate a linear relationship between the change in steps per day and improvement in health outcomes for FM. Incremental increases on the order of 1,000 steps per day were significantly associated with (and predictive of) improvements in FIQ-PI, SF-36 PCS, BPI pain interference, and PHQ-8 (all P < 0.05). Although higher step counts were associated with lower FIQ and BPI pain intensity scores, these were not statistically significant. CONCLUSION Step count is an easily obtained and understood objective measure of daily physical activity. An exercise prescription that includes recommendations to gradually accumulate at least 5,000 additional steps per day may result in clinically significant improvements in outcomes relevant to patients with FM. Future studies are needed to elucidate the dose-response relationship between steps per day and patient outcomes in FM.
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Martínez-Amat A, Hita-Contreras F, Latorre-Román PA, Gutierrez-López MDLC, García-Pinillos F, Martínez-López EJ. Association of the Weekly Practice of Guided Physical Activity With the Reduction of Falls and Symptoms of Fibromyalgia in Adult Women. J Strength Cond Res 2014; 28:3146-54. [DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000000503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Le Goff C, Kaux JF, Couffignal V, Coubard R, Mélon P, Cavalier E, Croisier JL. Identification of cardiac repercussions after intense and prolonged concentric isokinetic exercise in young sedentary people. Clin Physiol Funct Imaging 2014; 35:368-75. [PMID: 24920299 DOI: 10.1111/cpf.12172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2013] [Accepted: 05/09/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Cardiopathies are the world's leading cause of mortality and morbidity. Although rare, cardiovascular accidents can occur during intense and infrequent sporting activity, particularly among those who are unaware of their heart condition. The development of cardiospecific biochemical markers has led to a reconsideration of the role of biology in the diagnosis of cardiovascular illnesses. The aim of this study therefore was, through the use of cardiac biomarker assays, to highlight the impact of sustained physical effort in the form of intense and prolonged concentric isokinetic exercise and to research potential cardiovascular risks. MATERIALS AND METHODS Eighteen subjects participated in a maximal concentric isokinetic exercise involving 30 knee flexion-extensions for each leg. Five blood tests were taken to study the kinetics of the cardiac biomarkers. Haemodynamic parameters were measured continuously using a Portapres, and respiratory parameters were measured using a Sensormedics Vmax 29C. RESULTS The results showed significant increases in the creatine kinase, myoglobin, homocysteine and haemoglobin cardiac markers. Evolutionary trends were also observed for the following biomarkers: NT-proBNP, myeloperoxydase and C-reactive protein. All the physiological parameters measured presented statistically significant changes. CONCLUSION Isokinetic effort leads to the release of cardiac markers in the blood, but these do not exceed the reference values in healthy subjects. Maximal concentric isokinetic exercise does not, therefore, lead to an increased risk of cardiovascular pathologies.
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- Caroline Le Goff
- Department of Clinical Chemistry, University and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Motility Sciences, University and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium.,Multidisciplinary Department of Sports Medicine and Traumatology - SPORTS2, University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Motility Sciences, University and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Motility Sciences, University and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Multidisciplinary Department of Sports Medicine and Traumatology - SPORTS2, University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium.,Cardiology Department, University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Clinical Chemistry, University and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Motility Sciences, University and University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium.,Multidisciplinary Department of Sports Medicine and Traumatology - SPORTS2, University Hospital of Liège, Liège, Belgium
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Lee SJ, Ahn DH, Jung JH, Kim YR, Lee YJ. Short-term change of handgrip strength after trigger point injection in women with muscular pain in the upper extremities. Ann Rehabil Med 2014; 38:241-8. [PMID: 24855619 PMCID: PMC4026611 DOI: 10.5535/arm.2014.38.2.241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2013] [Accepted: 10/16/2013] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Objective To determine overall handgrip strength (HGS), we assessed the short-term change of HGS after trigger point injection (TPI) in women with muscular pain in the upper extremities by comparison with established pain scales. Methods The study enrolled 50 female patients (FMS with MPS group: 29 patients with combined fibromyalgia [FMS] and myofascial pain syndrome [MPS]; MPS group: 21 patients with MPS) who presented with muscular pain in the upper extremities at Konyang University Hospital. In addition, a total of 9 healthy women (control group) were prospectively enrolled in the study. We surveyed the three groups using the following established pain scales: the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ), the 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36), and the Short Form McGill Pain Questionnaire (MPQ). HGS was measured in both hands of study participants using a handgrip dynamometer. We performed TPI (0.5% lidocaine, total 10 mL, injected at the pain site of upper extremities). After 20 minutes, we remeasured the patient's HGS and MPQ score. Results ANOVA analysis was conducted among groups. Based on Tukey multiple comparison test, the majority of FIQ and SF-36 subscales, total FIQ and SF-36 scores, MPQ and HGS were significantly different between FMS with MPS and the other groups. There was no statistically significant difference between MPS and control groups. Higher HGS was positively associated with enhanced physical function, negatively associated with total FIQ and MPQ scores, and positively associated with the total SF-36 score calculated using Spearman correlation. Post-TPI MPQ decreased and HGS increased. In patient groups, a negative correlation was found between MPQ and HGS. Conclusion The HGS test might potentially be a complementary tool in assessing the short-term treatment effects of women with muscular pain in the upper extremities.
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- Soo Jin Lee
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Konyang University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Konyang University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Konyang University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Konyang University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Konyang University College of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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Urbano FJ, Lino NG, González-Inchauspe CMF, González LE, Colettis N, Vattino LG, Wunsch AM, Wemmie JA, Uchitel OD. Acid-sensing ion channels 1a (ASIC1a) inhibit neuromuscular transmission in female mice. Am J Physiol Cell Physiol 2013; 306:C396-406. [PMID: 24336653 PMCID: PMC3919981 DOI: 10.1152/ajpcell.00301.2013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Acid-sensing ion channels (ASIC) open in response to extracellular acidosis. ASIC1a, a particular subtype of these channels, has been described to have a postsynaptic distribution in the brain, being involved not only in ischemia and epilepsy, but also in fear and psychiatric pathologies. High-frequency stimulation of skeletal motor nerve terminals (MNTs) can induce presynaptic pH changes in combination with an acidification of the synaptic cleft, known to contribute to muscle fatigue. Here, we studied the role of ASIC1a channels on neuromuscular transmission. We combined a behavioral wire hanging test with electrophysiology, pharmacological, and immunofluorescence techniques to compare wild-type and ASIC1a lacking mice (ASIC1a −/− knockout). Our results showed that 1) ASIC1a −/− female mice were weaker than wild type, presenting shorter times during the wire hanging test; 2) spontaneous neurotransmitter release was reduced by ASIC1a activation, suggesting a presynaptic location of these channels at individual MNTs; 3) ASIC1a-mediated effects were emulated by extracellular local application of acid saline solutions (pH = 6.0; HEPES/MES-based solution); and 4) immunofluorescence techniques revealed the presence of ASIC1a antigens on MNTs. These results suggest that ASIC1a channels might be involved in controlling neuromuscular transmission, muscle contraction and fatigue in female mice.
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- Francisco J Urbano
- Laboratorio de Fisiología y Biología Molecular (LFBM), Instituto de Fisiología, Biología Molecular y Neurociencias (IFIBYNE, UBA-CONICET), Intendente Güiraldes 2160, Ciudad Universitaria, Buenos Aires, Argentina; and
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Yetişgin A, Tiftik T, Kara M, Karabay İ, Akkuş S, Ersöz M. Isokinetic muscle performance of the hip and ankle muscles in women with fibromyalgia. Int J Rheum Dis 2013; 19:551-6. [PMID: 24131514 DOI: 10.1111/1756-185x.12180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare isokinetic muscle performances of a proximal (hip) and a distal (ankle) muscle of fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) patients with those of age- and body mass index (BMI)-matched healthy subjects. METHODS Thirty female patients with FMS (mean age: 41.5 ± 6.7 years [range, 27-54]) and 30 age- (mean age: 40.6 ± 6.0 years [range, 27-54]) and BMI-matched female healthy controls were consecutively enrolled. Demographic and clinical characteristics of the subjects were recorded. Isokinetic measurements of hip and ankle flexion and extension at angular velocities of 60°/s and 180°/s, peak torques, flexor-extensor torque ratios, muscle fatigue resistance values and average power were obtained. RESULTS Mean disease duration of FMS patients was 2.4 ± 1.9 years. Mean weight, height and BMI values were 70.4 ± 12.5 kg, 159.5 ± 6.0 cm and 27.7 ± 4.7 kg/m² (FMS patients) and 69.3 ± 10.1 kg, 161.7 ± 6.2 cm and 26.6 ± 4.3 kg/m² (control subjects), respectively (all P > 0.05). All isokinetic values were statistically decreased in the FMS group when compared with the control group, except for the peak torques at angular velocity of 180°/s on flexion of the hip and extension of the ankle and the total work and average power on extension of the ankle. We did not find any correlation between isokinetic values and disease related parameters of FMS patients. CONCLUSIONS In the light of our results, we may conclude that muscle strength and muscle fatigue seem to decrease in FMS patients' both proximal and distal lower extremity muscles.
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- Alparslan Yetişgin
- Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Ankara Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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Latorre-Román PA, Martínez-Amat A, Martínez-López E, Moral A, Santos MA, Hita-Contreras F. Validation and psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the Quality of Life Scale (QOLS) in patients with fibromyalgia. Rheumatol Int 2013; 34:543-9. [PMID: 24097208 DOI: 10.1007/s00296-013-2874-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2013] [Accepted: 09/21/2013] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic disease associated with high disability levels, which in turn lead to low quality of life (QOL). The objectives of this study were to translate the Quality of Life Scale (QOLS) into Spanish and to assess its reliability and validity for its use in patients with FM. A total of 140 women are suffering from FM (52.87 ± 9.35 years old). All belonged to an association of FM patients (AFIXA, Jaén, Spain). The Spanish versions of the FM impact questionnaire (FIQ), the SF-36, and Beck's Depression Inventory were used to assess them. The construct's validity was checked by means of exploratory factorial analysis (varimax with Kaiser normalization). Test-retest reliability was assessed through intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), and convergent validity through Spearman's correlation. Results show that Cronbach's alpha was 0.887, which revealed high internal consistency. The value of ICC for the QOLS total was 0.765 (95 % CI 0.649-0.843, p < 0.001). QOLS presented a significant Spearman's correlation (p < 0.01) with Beck's Inventory, with the physical and mental subtotals of SF-36 and with FIQ. The main component analysis and the varimax rotation revealed the convergence on three factors that account for 54.05 % of variance. Taking into account the severity of the disorder, significant differences (p < 0.05) appeared in QOLS, with moderately afflicted patients getting higher scores than the most severe cases. In conclusion, our study shows that the Spanish version of the QOLS is a reliable instrument, with a good convergent and discriminant construct validity, for measuring the QOL of Spanish FM patients.
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- Pedro A Latorre-Román
- Department of Didactic of Musical, Plastic and Corporal Expression, University of Jaén, 23071, Jaén, Spain
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Gurbuzler L, Inanir A, Yelken K, Koc S, Eyibilen A, Uysal IO. Voice disorder in patients with Fibromyalgia. Auris Nasus Larynx 2013; 40:554-7. [PMID: 23727328 DOI: 10.1016/j.anl.2013.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2012] [Revised: 04/14/2013] [Accepted: 04/25/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate several perceptual, acoustic and aerodynamic voice evaluation parameters in Fibromyalgia patients. METHODS A total number of 30 Fibromyalgia patients had voice evaluations by means of laryngostroboscopy, acoustic analysis (jitter, shimmer, and harmonic to noise ratio), aerodynamic measurements (maximum phonation time, s/z ratio), and perceptual analysis (GRBAS and Voice Handicap Index-10 scales). Data obtained from the patients was compared to control subjects. RESULTS Mean intensity was found to be significantly higher in control subjects (73.70±4.73dB) than Fibromyalgia patients (64.50±6.92dB), (p<0.001). There was no statistically significant difference in fundamental frequency, perturbation parameters (jitter and shimmer) and harmonic to noise ratio between groups. Maximum phonation time in control subjects (22.53±4.95s) was found to be significantly longer than Fibromyalgia patients (16.07±4.87s), (p<0.001), and s/z ratio was found to be nearly equal between patients (1.00±0.24) and control subjects (0.96±0.16). On the basis of perceptual evaluation by using a GRBAS scale, the patients showed a mean score of 2.50±1.97 and the control group showed a mean score of 0.56±1.04 (p<0.001). "Grade" and "asthenia" parameters of GRBAS scale in Fibromyalgia patients were significantly different from the parameters of control group (p<0.001). The Voice Handicap Index-10 scales revealed a mean score of 7.90±7.58 in Fibromyalgia patients and 1.83±2.82 in control subjects (p<0.001). CONCLUSION Fibromyalgia impairs perceived voice quality either in patient self evaluated or in clinician evaluated rating scales. Furthermore, the results confirm that Fibromyalgia caused short maximum phonation time and low voice intensity. This study is the first report with regards to voice evaluation in Fibromyalgia and in order to make a generalization further researches are needed.
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- Levent Gurbuzler
- Gaziomanpasa University Medicine Faculty, Department of Otolaryngology, Muhittin Füsunoğlu Street, 60100 Tokat, Turkey.
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Hooten WM, Rosenberg CJ, Eldrige JS, Qu W. Knee extensor strength is associated with pressure pain thresholds in adults with fibromyalgia. PLoS One 2013; 8:e59930. [PMID: 23565175 PMCID: PMC3615122 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0059930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2012] [Accepted: 02/22/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Individuals with fibromyalgia (FM) have lower muscle strength and lower pressure pain thresholds (PPT). The primary aim of this study was to determine the associations between muscle strength and PPT in adults with FM to test the hypothesis that greater measures of muscle strength would be associated with greater values of PPT. Secondary aims included determining the effects of pain severity and the peak uptake of oxygen (VO2) on the associations between muscle strength and PPT. METHODS Knee extensor and flexor strength (N = 69) was measured in the dominant leg using a dynamometer, and PPT was assessed using an electronic algometer. Pain severity was determined using the Multidimensional Pain Inventory, and peak VO2 uptake was quantified using an electronically braked cycle ergometer. RESULTS Univariable linear regression analysis demonstrated a significant association between PPT (dependent variable) and isometric knee extensor (P<.001), isokinetic (60°/s) knee extensor (P = .002), and isokinetic (60°/s) knee flexor strength (P = .043). In a multiple variable linear regression analysis adjusted for age, sex, pain severity, body mass index and peak VO2 uptake, a significant association was found between PPT and isometric knee extensor strength (P = .008). In a similar multiple variable analysis, a significant association was found between PPT and isokinetic knee extensor strength (P = .044). CONCLUSION Greater measures of isometric and isokinetic knee extensor strength were significantly associated with greater values of PPT in both univariable and multiple variable linear regression models. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov NCT01253395.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, United States of America.
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Bachasson D, Guinot M, Wuyam B, Favre-Juvin A, Millet GY, Levy P, Verges S. Neuromuscular fatigue and exercise capacity in fibromyalgia syndrome. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken) 2013; 65:432-40. [DOI: 10.1002/acr.21845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2012] [Accepted: 08/27/2012] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Klaver-KrÓl EG, Rasker JJ, Henriquez NR, Verheijen WG, Zwarts MJ. Muscle fiber velocity and electromyographic signs of fatigue in fibromyalgia. Muscle Nerve 2012; 46:738-45. [DOI: 10.1002/mus.23382] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Pedro Ángel LR, Campos MASE, Mejía Meza JA, Delgado Fernández M, Heredia JM. Análise das capacidades físicas de mulheres com fibromialgia segundo o nível de gravidade da enfermidade. REV BRAS MED ESPORTE 2012. [DOI: 10.1590/s1517-86922012000500005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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A fibromialgia (FM) é uma síndrome crônica que se caracteriza por dor musculoesquelética generalizada, que provoca acentuada redução na capacidade física dos pacientes afetando a sua saúde e qualidade de vida. OBJETIVO: Avaliar a capacidade física dos pacientes com FM relacionada com a gravidade da enfermidade. MÉTODO: Estudo descritivo transversal sobre uma amostra de 66 mulheres com FM (idade: 51,79 ± 8,02 anos) e um grupo de controle de mulheres saudáveis (idade 50,26 ± 8,75 anos). Analisou-se a amplitude física mediante bateria de provas físicas específicas com aplicação de questionários: Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ) e o Short-Form Healthy Survey (SF-36), na versão espanhola. RESULTADOS: As mulheres saudáveis apresentam os valores de amplitude física superiores aos das mulheres enfermas com (p < 0,05) exceto na prova de dinamometria manual. Exclusivamente na prova de agilidade se pôde discriminar os pacientes de FM segundo a gravidade da enfermidade (p = 0,021). A qualidade de vida nos pacientes com FM se encontra muito deteriorada em comparação (p = 0,021) com as mulheres saudáveis e os valores que normatizam a sociedade espanhola. CONCLUSÕES: A análise das capacidades físicas é um elemento de relevância clínica na avaliação complementar da fibromialgia.
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Rombaut L, Malfait F, De Wandele I, Taes Y, Thijs Y, De Paepe A, Calders P. Muscle mass, muscle strength, functional performance, and physical impairment in women with the hypermobility type of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken) 2012; 64:1584-92. [DOI: 10.1002/acr.21726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Applicability and test-retest reliability of isokinetic shoulder abduction and adduction in women fibromyalgia patients. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2012; 94:444-50. [PMID: 22902889 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2012.08.198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2012] [Revised: 07/27/2012] [Accepted: 08/09/2012] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the applicability and reliability of isokinetic strength measurements during concentric and eccentric actions of the shoulder muscles in fibromyalgia (FM) patients. DESIGN Test-retest reliability study. SETTING University laboratory. PARTICIPANTS Women with FM (N=25) aged 37 to 69. INTERVENTIONS Not applicable. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Two isokinetic tests of the shoulder were repeated after an interval of 7 days. Each test involved 3 repetitions of abduction and adduction performed at a rate of 60°/s. The first test involved 2 concentric muscle actions (concentric/concentric test). The second test involved concentric abduction followed by eccentric adduction (concentric/eccentric test). Unilateral peak torque (Nm) and average work (J) were measured. Applicability was calculated as the proportion of participants who were able to complete every test. Reliability was analyzed by intraclass coefficient (ICC), standard error of measurement, and smallest real difference (SRD). RESULTS Applicability was 84% for the concentric/concentric test and 52% for the concentric/eccentric test. The main factor influencing applicability was age. In the concentric/eccentric test, measurement of peak torque showed high reliability for the abduction (ICC=.88; standard error of measurement=1.82; SRD=5.05) and adduction (ICC=.89; standard error of measurement=3.83; SRD=10.62) phases. In the concentric/concentric test, measurement of peak torque showed low reliability in the abduction phase (ICC=.29; standard error of measurement=6.45; SRD=17.87) and excellent reliability in the adduction phase (ICC=.92; standard error of measurement=5.95; SRD=16.50). CONCLUSIONS The applicability of shoulder isokinetic tests in FM patients who are women may be affected by age. In comparison, the concentric/concentric test was more applicable and less reliable than the concentric/eccentric test during abduction and adduction. These findings will facilitate the clinical interpretation of changes in isometric and isokinetic shoulder adduction and abduction tests in women with FM.
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Giske L, Vøllestad NK, Mengshoel AM, Jensen J, Knardahl S, Røe C. Attenuated adrenergic responses to exercise in women with fibromyalgia - A controlled study. Eur J Pain 2012; 12:351-60. [PMID: 17827042 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejpain.2007.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2006] [Revised: 05/08/2007] [Accepted: 07/01/2007] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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The pathogenesis of widespread pain and fibromyalgia (FM) is unknown. Altered responses from the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal axis, sympathetic nervous system and muscular system have been suggested as being of importance. The present study was undertaken to determine: (i) whether the sympathoadrenal response to repetitive isometric contractions until exhaustion is altered in patients with FM, and (ii) whether sympathoadrenal responses are associated with muscle fatigue and pain during exercise. Nineteen women with FM, and 19 healthy women matched for age, smoking and self-reported physical activity, participated. Maximal voluntary contraction (MVC), repetitive isometric contractions (6s contraction and 4s resting phases) were performed with both quadriceps muscles at 30% of MVC until exhaustion. Muscle activity was recorded from the quadriceps muscles by surface electromyography (EMG). Plasma adrenalin (Adr), noradrenalin (NAdr) and cortisol were measured and perceived exertion and pain reported during exercise. Attenuated Adr responses (p<0.001) with normal plasma NAdr and cortisol (p>0.19) responses were found during exercise in the FM group compared with the control group. Significantly higher EMG amplitude (%EMG(max)) during the contraction phases (p=0.001) was found in the FM than in the control group. Perceived exertion and pain responses to exercise were higher in the FM group than in the controls (p<0.001), without relationship to the sympathoadrenal responses. In conclusion; the exercise was perceived as being more painful and strenuous in the FM group. Muscle performance was altered with increased muscle activity during the exercise. Women with FM showed an attenuated Adr response to repetitive isometric exercise.
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- Department of Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders, National Institute of Occupational Health, Oslo, Norway
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Adsuar JC, Olivares PR, Pozo-Cruz BD, Parraca JA, Gusi N. Test-Retest Reliability of Isometric and Isokinetic Knee Extension and Flexion in Patients With Fibromyalgia: Evaluation of the Smallest Real Difference. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2011; 92:1646-51. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2011] [Revised: 04/16/2011] [Accepted: 04/27/2011] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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