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Can qigong loosen the grip of fibromyalgia? trial tests two styles

NCT ID NCT07830186

NEW Symptom relief Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 21, 2026 · Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Summary

Researchers are testing whether Qigong, a mind-body exercise, can improve spinal mobility and reduce pain in women with fibromyalgia. The trial randomly assigns 36 women aged 30 to 50 to one of two online Qigong programs: one focused on fluid, mobility-intensive movements, the other on static postures and breath control. Both groups exercise for 45 minutes twice a week for 12 weeks under a physiotherapist's supervision. The study measures changes in pain, fatigue, physical function, and quality of life.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Qigong exercise, delivered online in two forms: mobility-intensive and static posture-based
What this could lead to
If either form of Qigong helps, it could offer a low-cost, home-based exercise option for people whose fibromyalgia pain has not improved with medication.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study of 36 women, so any changes may be due to chance or not apply to men or other age groups. Online delivery may not suit everyone, and exercise can sometimes temporarily worsen pain.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 36 people

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Expected to start

Oct 2026

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Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

30 to 50 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Female patients aged between 30 and 50 years. * Diagnosed with fibromyalgia according to the 2010 American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria. * Non-obese, defined as Body Mass Index (BMI) \< 30 kg/m². * Lack of clinical improvement despite receiving pharmacological treatment for more than 3 months. * Willingness to adhere to the 12-week supervised online exercise program. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy or currently breastfeeding. * Presence of advanced musculoskeletal pathologies (e.g., inflammatory arthritis, severe osteoarthritis). * Diagnosed neurological disorders or peripheral neuropathy. * Known severe cardiovascular diseases. * History of surgical intervention within the past 4 months. * Participation in any regular physical exercise or rehabilitation program within the past 2 months prior to enrollment.

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Conditions

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fibromyalgia

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Fibromyalgia

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  • Akdeniz University Hospital, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    Antalya, 07070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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