Relaxation may ease fibromyalgia pain in new study
NCT ID NCT01628822
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether relaxation therapy can reduce chronic pain and improve daily life in people with fibromyalgia. Eighty adults with fibromyalgia were randomly assigned to either active relaxation sessions with a therapist or to relax alone in a quiet room (placebo) for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in pain, physical function, and quality of life.
What this could mean
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Active substance
relaxation therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help manage fibromyalgia symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center pilot study, so results may not apply widely. The placebo group also involves relaxation, which may reduce the difference seen.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Activity Centre "Pain"
Amiens, 80054, France