Fibromyalgia

This study tests a new way of managing chronic pain by improving teamwork between pain clinics, GPs, and other services. About 386 adults referred to pain clinics in Norway will either get this new pathway or standard care. The goal is to see if better coordination and a clear 6-…

This study uses a device that combines magnetic stimulation and brain wave recording (TMS-EEG) to find biological markers for chronic pain. Researchers will measure brain responses in 100 adults with chronic pain and see if these signals can help diagnose pain types and predict h…

This study tests a 9-week virtual group program that teaches mindfulness, yoga, nutrition, and self-massage to help people with chronic pain. It is being offered at Federally-Qualified Health Centers, which serve low-income patients. The goal is to see if the program can be succe…

This study tests a toolkit designed to help employees with chronic pain feel more confident managing their condition at work and stay productive. Over 600 workers from around 30 UK organizations will either use the toolkit or receive usual care. Researchers will measure work abil…

This study tests an 8-week program called PhYoMind, which blends physiotherapy, yoga postures, breathing exercises, and mindfulness, against home exercise alone in 40 adults with fibromyalgia. The goal is to see if the combined approach reduces disability, pain, fatigue, and stre…

This study tests a spinal cord stimulator that delivers fast-acting pain relief without the usual tingling sensation. About 177 adults with long-term back and limb pain will use the device. The main goal is to see if at least half of them get 50% or more pain reduction after 3 mo…

This study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of an experimental drug called AXS-14 for people with fibromyalgia, a condition causing widespread pain and fatigue. About 300 adults who previously took part in a related study will receive AXS-14 for 52 weeks. Researchers …

This study tests whether a virtual program called Lin Health can improve daily life for people with fibromyalgia. Researchers at Mayo Clinic will follow 300 adults with fibromyalgia to see if online behavioral health support reduces symptoms and improves function. The goal is to …

This study aimed to see if a one-hour session of inhaled nitrous oxide (laughing gas) could reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia. It was designed for adults aged 18-75 with moderate to severe pain. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no r…

This study tests whether two 90-minute pain science education sessions can help 54 adults with fibromyalgia living in rural Spain. The sessions aim to change how patients think about pain, using simple language and metaphors. Researchers will measure pain sensitivity, daily funct…

This study looks at whether supervised physical activity helps people with fibromyalgia stay active longer than just getting advice. Fibromyalgia causes pain and fatigue, and inactivity can make symptoms worse. The study involves 330 adults who are currently sedentary. Researcher…

This study tests whether adding a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS to a three-week intensive pain rehabilitation program can help youth aged 10-18 with severe chronic pain. The goal is to see if the stimulation can reduce pain and improve daily function, mood,…

This study aimed to see if a device called Sana could improve quality of life for people with fibromyalgia, a condition that causes long-term pain. Researchers planned to compare the active device to a sham (fake) device in adults aged 18 to 65 who had fibromyalgia symptoms for a…

This study explores whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) can temporarily change brain activity to reduce chronic pain. Eighty adults with moderate-to-severe pain lasting at least 3 months will receive brain scans, pain tests, and questionnaires over 10 weeks. The goal …

This study is testing a full-spectrum cannabis extract containing CBD and THC in 36 women with fibromyalgia, a condition causing widespread pain, fatigue, and sleep problems. Participants will receive different doses over six months to see if it improves symptoms and quality of l…

This Phase IIa trial tests whether a new drug called ONO-1110 can safely reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia. About 160 Japanese adults will take either the drug or a placebo once daily for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in pain scores and watch for side effects.

This study looks at whether adding a mobile app that guides teens through physical exercise and mindfulness training can make standard pain rehabilitation more effective. About 60 teens aged 13-19 with long-term pain will either get the app plus a shorter hospital program, or the…

This study is testing whether applying peppermint oil to the skin can reduce chronic pain and improve daily function in people with fibromyalgia. Researchers will also look at whether this treatment is cost-effective compared to standard care. About 175 adults with fibromyalgia w…

This study tests whether an 8-week mindfulness yoga program, done mostly at home via video calls, can reduce the impact of fibromyalgia. Sixty-four adults with fibromyalgia are randomly assigned to either the yoga program or standard physiotherapy. The goal is to see if yoga impr…

This study planned to test whether a small vibrating bee with ice-pack wings, called Buzzy, could reduce pain during IV placement in adults with chronic pain who receive lidocaine infusions. Participants would have rated their pain and satisfaction after IV insertion. However, th…

This study explores whether shining specific colors of light into the eyes can help people with chronic low back pain or fibromyalgia feel less pain. Sixty adults will use a portable light device for 2 hours daily over 5 days. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and …

This study looks at whether slow breathing techniques can help women with fibromyalgia improve their heart rate control and exercise performance. About 159 women will be randomly assigned to breathe slowly (with or without a visual guide) or normally before doing arm curls. Resea…

This Mayo Clinic study tests whether a virtual reality meditation program called TRIPP can reduce the impact of fibromyalgia. Forty adults with fibromyalgia will use either the active VR meditation or a sham (fake) VR experience for two weeks each. Researchers will measure change…

This study tests whether daily listening to jazz music combined with mindfulness can reduce chronic pain and anxiety. About 90 adults with chronic pain and moderate-to-severe anxiety will listen to jazz recordings daily for 4 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in pain intens…

This study looks at whether a single session of mild electrical brain stimulation (tDCS) over the cerebellum can help reduce pain in women with fibromyalgia. About 92 right-handed women aged 18-65 with confirmed fibromyalgia and moderate-to-severe pain will receive the stimulatio…

This study tests whether microcurrent therapy—a very mild electrical stimulation—can reduce pain and improve daily life for people with fibromyalgia. About 50 adults will use a device at home alongside their usual pain care. The goal is to see if this simple, self-administered tr…

This study looked at whether taking a probiotic supplement for 8 weeks could reduce inflammation and pain in teenagers (ages 13-17) who have chronic pain and a body mass index at or above the 85th percentile. Researchers measured changes in a blood marker of inflammation (C-react…

This study looks at whether pranayama breathing exercises can help people with fibromyalgia feel less pain, anxiety, and sleep better. About 54 adults with fibromyalgia will practice these breathing techniques. The goal is to see if this gentle, low-cost approach can improve qual…

This study looks at adults with chronic pain who receive ketamine infusions at Stanford's Pain Management Center. Researchers want to understand which patients improve and what factors predict a good response. The goal is to better tailor this treatment to individuals.

This study compares personalized electro-acupuncture and auricular-acupuncture against usual care for treating chronic pain in adults with musculoskeletal pain or fibromyalgia. Participants are split into three groups: two receive different acupuncture methods, and one receives s…

This study tests whether daily exposure to green LED light can reduce chronic pain. 55 adults with conditions like fibromyalgia or nerve pain will use a green or white light device at home for 2 hours each day over 3 months. Researchers will measure changes in pain levels, medica…

This study looks at whether cannabis oil can help reduce pain and improve sleep and quality of life in people with fibromyalgia who have not found relief from other treatments. Researchers will track pain levels, side effects, and how well patients stick to the treatment. The goa…

This study tests a psychological treatment called Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) for people with chronic widespread pain, including fibromyalgia. PRT teaches patients that pain can come from 'stuck' brain patterns and helps them retrain their brain to stop sending false pain ala…

This study investigates factors that may influence cognitive skills—like memory, attention, and problem-solving—in women diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Researchers will assess thinking abilities using a detailed cognitive test and measure how fibromyalgia affects daily life. The go…

This study explores how women with fibromyalgia experience pain using a smartphone app with animations and body maps. Participants will describe their pain by choosing and adjusting animations that match their sensations. The goal is to find better ways to measure pain quality an…

This study tests a new imaging method to see if white blood cells enter the brain in people with multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, or chronic fatigue syndrome. Participants receive their own white blood cells tagged with a radioactive tracer, then undergo a brain PET/MRI scan. Th…

This study aims to develop a screening test for a pain control mechanism called DNIC, which is often faulty in people with chronic pain. Researchers will use cameras to capture facial expressions during pain tests and apply artificial intelligence to see if they can automatically…

This study looks at how stress affects the brain and body in 70 teenagers (ages 11-17) with chronic widespread pain. Participants will have an MRI scan while experiencing mild heat pain, and provide saliva samples to measure stress hormones. The goal is to understand the link bet…

This study reviewed the medical records of 2500 people who received hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for conditions like traumatic brain injury, stroke, fibromyalgia, or age-related decline. Researchers compared computerized thinking and memory tests taken before and after treatm…

This study aims to see if a short, 4-question Turkish version of the Pain Anxiety Symptom Scale is a reliable and valid tool for measuring pain-related anxiety. Researchers will enroll 350 adults aged 18-65 who have had chronic pain for at least 3 months. Participants will fill o…

This study is testing a Turkish version of a questionnaire that looks at how chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia and back pain affect sexual function and satisfaction. Researchers will ask 170 people with chronic pain and a stable partner to fill out the survey. The goal is…

This pilot study looks at whether light, self-paced swimming is a tolerable activity for people with ME/CFS and related conditions like Long COVID and fibromyalgia. Participants will swim for 15-30 minutes at their own pace and track symptoms and heart rate variability using an a…

This study is investigating whether bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching) is associated with pelvic pain, erectile dysfunction, and anxiety in young men aged 18-30. Researchers will use questionnaires and physical exams to assess 100 participants. The goal is to better understand…

This study explores whether bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching) is related to pelvic floor dysfunction in young women aged 18-30. Researchers will use questionnaires and physical exams to assess jaw function, pelvic floor symptoms, and anxiety in 100 participants. The goal is t…

This study looks back at the medical records of about 4 million people who had physical or occupational therapy for muscle and joint problems. Researchers want to see if different ways of giving therapy lead to different results. No new treatments are tested—the goal is to learn …

This study looks at whether matching adults with chronic pain to specific psychological treatments—like cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, or hypnosis—based on their personal traits (such as brain activity or thinking patterns) leads to better pain relief. Researchers wil…

This study uses a driving simulator to test whether people with chronic pain can drive safely while taking oral opioids. 450 participants with a valid driver's license will be tested on measures like weaving and reaction time. The goal is to provide better guidance to patients an…

This study looks at whether stressful or traumatic life events increase the chance of developing fibromyalgia. Researchers will follow 534 adults—some with rheumatic diseases and some healthy—for one year, checking for new fibromyalgia cases. The goal is to better understand how …

This study was designed to explore what kinds of feelings (like touch or tingling) could be created by electrically stimulating the spinal cord in people with amputations who experience phantom limb pain. Researchers planned to work with patients who already had a spinal cord sti…

This study follows 275 teens aged 11–18 with chronic muscle or joint pain to find biological and behavioral markers that predict recovery versus ongoing pain. Researchers measure pain intensity and how much pain limits daily activities. The goal is to better understand why some t…