Pain neuroscience education improves quality of life when added to aquatic exercise therapy for women with fibromyalgia: randomized controlled clinical trial

Sousa, Ana Paula de; Almeida, Lucas Araújo de; Lourenço, Breno Perpétuo; Alvares, Luiza Duarte; Ávila, Mariana Arias

doi:10.1080/09638288.2023.2201510

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“…Moreover, active exercise can play a crucial role in promoting autonomy and enhancing the quality of life for those affected by this condition, equipping them with practical tools to effectively manage their condition in the long term [ 14 ]. Exercise in an aquatic environment has been proposed as an option within the active exercise program, and its specific effects must be assessed [ 11 , 15 ]. The aquatic environment is a low-impact adapted environment that could facilitate joint mobilization and exercise and increase patient motivation.…”

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Aquatic Exercise in Physical Therapy Treatment for Fibromyalgia: Systematic Review

Rodríguez-Huguet,

Ayala-Martínez,

Góngora-Rodríguez

et al. 2024

Healthcare

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Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by musculoskeletal pain. The aim of this study was to synthesize scientific evidence on the effects of aquatic exercise programs on pain and quality of life in individuals with fibromyalgia. This review was carried out using the following databases in January 2024: Cochrane Library, PEDro, PubMed, SCOPUS, and Web of Science. Four clinical trials focusing on aquatic exercise as a treatment for patients with fibromyalgia were selected. These trials were published in English between 2019 and 2024. Pain recorded using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and quality of life with the Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36) or Fibromyalgia Impact on Quality of Life (FIQ) were the most commonly analyzed variables. This review was carried out according to the PRISMA statement and was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42024510219). The results in terms of pain and quality of life were positive. In conclusion, these findings support the incorporation of aquatic exercise into fibromyalgia physical therapy treatment. However, the benefits could be equivalent to those of other exercise modalities, underscoring the need for individualized adaptation to each patient’s needs.

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