Electroacupuncture treatment for fibromyalgia pain and quality of life

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates the effects of electroacupuncture on patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia, focusing on pain management, mechanical hyperalgesia, and overall quality of life. It aims to explore the relationship between electroacupuncture treatment and the expression of Mu+ B cells, which may play a role in the condition's pathology. Participants will be monitored for changes in pain levels and other symptoms over a specified period, with a focus on the subjective experience of pain and its management. The study seeks to provide insights into the efficacy of electroacupuncture as a therapeutic option for fibromyalgia.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient's consent
* Age \>18 years old
* Patients with diagnosed fibromyalgia from rheumatologists
* Widespread pain more than 6 months
* In case of drug therapy, it should be taken at least one month before the beginning of the session and remain stable till the end of the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Deep depression
* Biological agent use ( TNF inhibitors)
* Heamatological diseases
* Systemic Infections
* pregnancy
* electroacupuncture contraindications (epilepsy, pacemaker/ implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)

Where it's running

• University Hospital of Heraklion
  Heraklion, Greece Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Vasileia Nyktari
• Email: vnyktari@gmaill.com
• Phone: +302810392994

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.