Can osteopathy ease fibromyalgia pain?

NCT ID NCT02805673

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether osteopathic care (hands-on manipulation) can help reduce pain in people with fibromyalgia. 32 participants received osteopathic treatments over 8 months, with a follow-up 3 months later. The goal was to see if this approach could improve pain and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

osteopathic manipulation

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to ease fibromyalgia pain.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early pilot study that was terminated early, so results may be limited. It is not a cure and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

fibromyalgia Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Caen

    Caen, 14000, France