Can tuning forks soothe fibromyalgia pain? new study tests sound therapy
NCT ID NCT05237050
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether sound therapy using weighted tuning forks, combined with relaxation, could reduce pain in women with fibromyalgia. Forty women aged 30 to 60 took part, attending three weekly sessions. Researchers compared pain levels before and after sessions between those who got sound therapy plus relaxation and those who had relaxation alone.
What this could mean
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Active substance
sound therapy using weighted medical tuning forks
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug option to help ease fibromyalgia pain and improve quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 40 participants and no blinding, so results may not be reliable or apply to everyone.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Gap Hospital
Gap, Hautes Alpes, 5000, France