Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for patients with fibromyalgia: a systematic review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Fibromyalgia (FM) is an unexplained chronic condition characterised by generalised pain, sleep disturbances, autonomic disturbances, anxiety, fatigue and cognitive impairment. FM is a prevalent chronic disease worldwide that imposes a significant burden on individuals and society. Emerging evidence suggests that environmental interventions, such as exposure to hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), can relieve pain and improve the quality of life in patients with FM. This study will systematically and comprehensively assess the effectiveness and safety of HBOT in patients with FM and provide evidence to support its implementation. We hope that the final review will be helpful in supporting the decision-making processes related to treatment programmes.

Methods and analysi

SUBMITTER: Han X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10277092 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature