Understanding cognitive dysfunction in fibromyalgia
Official title: Clearing the Fog: Characterization of the Phenotypic and Neurophysiological Features of Cognitive Dysfunction in Fibromyalgia
Funded at University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10861485 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking into how fibromyalgia affects thinking and memory, using special brain scans to understand what's happening in the brain, so we can find better ways to help people with this condition feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $168,438 |
| NIH project number | 1K23AR084051-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10861485 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are diagnosed with fibromyalgia and experience cognitive symptoms.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have fibromyalgia or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the cognitive dysfunction experienced by individuals with fibromyalgia, a condition characterized by widespread chronic pain and psychological symptoms. By utilizing advanced neuroimaging techniques like EEG and fMRI, the study aims to identify the central nervous system mechanisms that contribute to cognitive impairments in these patients. It will combine neuropsychological assessments, patient-reported measures, and neurophysiological data to provide a comprehensive evaluation of cognitive symptoms. The goal is to develop sensitive clinical biomarkers that can lead to more effective interventions for those affected.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for cognitive dysfunction in fibromyalgia patients.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been some research on cognitive dysfunction in fibromyalgia, this study's comprehensive approach combining multiple assessment methods is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kairys, Anson — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Kairys, Anson
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.