Self-management interventions for chronic widespread pain including fibromyalgia: a systematic review and qualitative evidence synthesis.

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Abstract

Supporting behavioural self-management is increasingly important in the care for chronic widespread pain (CWP), including fibromyalgia. Understanding peoples' experiences of these interventions may elucidate processes and mechanisms that lead to or hinder their intended impact. We conducted a systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative studies exploring peoples' experiences of self-management interventions for CWP, including fibromyalgia. MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO, CINAHL, and Web of Science were searched. Primary qualitative or mixed-methods studies were included if they explored people's self-management intervention experiences for their CWP, including fibromyalgia. Screening, data extraction, and critical appraisal were conducted by 2 reviewers. Data analysi

SUBMITTER: Hu XY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11808693 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature