A training program for fibromyalgia management: A 5-year pilot study.

ABSTRACT: We studied the effects of a specific cardio training program lasting 5 years on pain and quality of life in fibromyalgia patients.

Method

An observational longitudinal pilot study was conducted in 138 fibromyalgia women. Fibromyalgia women recruited were asked to carry out three sessions per week, each lasting 45 min, of moderate-intensity continuous training (64%-75% Maximal Heart rate [HRmax]). During the first year, the patients progressively increased their training intensity. During the last 2 years, the patients were asked to associate moderate-intensity continuous training and high-intensity interval training (85%-90% HRmax). Pain on a visual analog scale, anxiety and depression state on the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, impact of fibromyalgia on daily life using the

SUBMITTER: Bodere C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7564648 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature