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One massage session may dull fibromyalgia pain, trial asks

NCT ID NCT07791134

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

Researchers are testing whether a single session of connective tissue massage on the back can immediately reduce pressure pain sensitivity in women with fibromyalgia. The trial will measure pain thresholds at the trapezius, lower back, and shin before and after the massage, comparing results with a control group that rests instead. If the massage raises pain thresholds, it could offer a simple, non-drug option for easing fibromyalgia discomfort.

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Active substance
Connective tissue massage, a single session applied to the entire back
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a drug-free way to temporarily ease pain sensitivity in fibromyalgia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-session study, so any benefit may be short-lived or not apply to everyone. Massage also carries a small risk of soreness or skin irritation.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 58 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Apr 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Having a diagnosis of FM * Being a woman between the ages of 18 and 65 * Being willing to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed additional neurological, infectious, and other inflammatory rheumatic diseases; uncontrolled endocrine and/or autoimmune diseases * Severe psychiatric disorders * Pregnancy or breastfeeding * Malignancy * Presence of acute inflammation, open wounds, or erythema in the massage areas

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Conditions

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fibromyalgia

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Fibromyalgia Pressure pain threshold

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