Mandala Coloring for Pain, Fatigue, and Sleep in Fibromyalgia

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 randomized controlled trial investigates the effect of mandala coloring on pain, fatigue, and sleep quality in adults with fibromyalgia. Sixty participants are randomized 1:1 to either a mandala coloring group or a control group receiving usual care for four weeks. The intervention consists of eight 60-minute coloring sessions over two weeks, while continuing their regular treatment; the control group maintains routine care without structured coloring activities. Outcomes are measured at baseline and after four weeks using the Visual Analog Scale for pain, the Fatigue Severity Scale, and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. The study is conducted at Artvin State Hospital under Artvin Coruh University.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 18 years or older
* Diagnosed with fibromyalgia
* Pain intensity score of 5 or higher on the Visual Analog Scale
* Fatigue Severity Scale score of 4 or higher
* Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index global score of 5 or higher
* Able to communicate and complete the study assessments
* No physical limitation preventing mandala coloring
* Willing to participate and provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of a communication problem that prevents participation or completion of the assessments
* Presence of a physical limitation that prevents mandala coloring
* Refusal to participate or provide written informed consent

Where it's running

• Artvin State Hospital
  Artvin, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

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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.