Paws for relief: dog therapy tested for fibromyalgia pain

This study explores whether structured dog-assisted therapy can reduce pain, anxiety, and depression in people with fibromyalgia. Sixty adults with confirmed fibromyalgia will attend 10 sessions with a therapy dog and complete surveys on pain, mood, and daily function. Researchers will check results right after the program and again at 6 and 12 months to see if benefits last.