The effect of blood flow restricted aerobic exercise training on pain, functional status, quality of life and hormonal response to exercise in fibromyalgia patients: a randomized double-blind study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition with symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and decreased quality of life. Although aerobic exercise is an effective treatment for fibromyalgia, patients often struggle with exercise intolerance due to fatigue, limiting long-term adherence. Research on blood flow-restricted (BFR) exercise suggests it may provide benefits similar to traditional exercise with reduced intensity, but its effects on fibromyalgia-related symptoms remain underexplored.

Aim

This study investigated the impact of a BFR aerobic exercise program on pain, functional status, quality of life, and hormonal response in women with fibromyalgia.

Design

A prospective, randomized, double-blind, sham-controlled trial.

Setting

Outpatient rehabilitation cen

SUBMITTER: Zure M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12405945 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature