The Effect of Low-Frequency Sound Stimulation on Patients with Fibromyalgia: A Clinical Study

Naghdi, Lili; Ahonen, Heidi; Macario, Pasqualino; Bartel, Lee

doi:10.1155/2015/375174

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“…However, little is known regarding the application of vibroacoustic stimulation in the treatment of chronic pain conditions. Previous clinical studies have explored the use of rhythmic sensory stimulation to treat fibromyalgia [36–38]. Rhythmic sensory stimulation (RSS) broadly refers to the use of sensory events - including vibrotactile, auditory, and visual flickering stimuli - applied in pulsed forms with repeated short, transient stimulus events at regular intervals, or in continuous forms which generate oscillating (e.g., sinusoidal) stimulus patterns [39].…”

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A parallel randomized controlled trial examining the effects of rhythmic sensory stimulation on fibromyalgia symptoms

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This double-blind, two-arm parallel randomized controlled trial investigated the effects of gamma-frequency rhythmic sensory stimulation on fibromyalgia. We were interested in whether rhythmic sensory stimulation would promote significant changes in fibromyalgia and associated symptoms, and whether treatment effects would differ between two distinct treatment parameters. Fifty patients with a formal diagnosis of fibromyalgia were randomly assigned to two test groups. One group received vibrotactile stimulation from a continuous sine wave single-frequency stimulation (40 Hz) for 30 minutes, five days per week, over five weeks, concomitant with usual care. The second group completed the same treatment protocol but received a different stimulation, consisting of random and intermittent complex wave gamma-range vibrotactile stimulation. Fibromyalgia symptoms, pain severity and interference, depression symptoms, quality of life and sleep quality were assessed at baseline and post-intervention. Results indicated that there were statistically significant changes from baseline to post-treatment in measures of fibromyalgia symptom severity, pain interference, depression, and sleep quality. However, treatment outcomes did not differ significantly between groups. These findings provide preliminary evidence that gamma-frequency rhythmic vibroacoustic stimulation may decrease fibromyalgia symptoms and ease associated comorbidities, opening new avenues for further investigation of the effects of rhythmic sensory stimulation on chronic pain conditions.

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A parallel randomized controlled trial examining the effects of rhythmic sensory stimulation on fibromyalgia symptoms

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“…Studies of the VA method have shown a significant improvement in many somatic and functional disorders, e.g. reduction in pain, including fibromyalgia [6][7][8], decrease in muscle tension and spasms [9][10][11], and a reduction in the parameters of blood pressure, pulse rate and muscle oscillation [12]. Experiments with the method have produced an improvement in motor function in the treatment of patients with Parkinson's disease [13].…”

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Vibroacoustic Therapy and Development of a New Device: A Pilot Study in the Health Resort Environment

Rüütel¹,

Vinkel²,

Laanetu³

2018

ujph

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This study was motivated by the development of a new model of vibroacoustic (VA) therapy device which, in terms of its design and characteristics, could be used in various health promotion and treatment environments. In the case of VA therapy, a bed or lounge chair is used to transmit special low frequency sounds for the purpose of affecting the whole body. In the review of previous studies, the results of applying VA therapy in the case of somatic and functional disruptions are described. In this study a new VA device prototype was used. The study was carried out at a health resort where, over the course of a two month period, visitors had the opportunity to participate in VA therapy. Twenty-six volunteers participated in the study. Data was collected through self-rate scales, which were completed at the beginning and end of the VA treatment session. The results of the study indicated an improvement in feelinga reduction in muscle tension, pain, fatigue, anxiety-as well as the suitability of the device and therapy for health improvement related purposes, integrated with other health services.

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“…Because thalamocortical dysrhythmia is implicated in FM and that low-frequency sound stimulation can play a regulatory function by driving neural rhythmic oscillatory activity, volunteers with FM were subjected to 23 min of low-frequency sound stimulation at 40 Hz, delivered using transducers in a supine position. Although no adverse effects in patients receiving the treatment, no statistically and clinically relevant improvement were observed [ 117 ]. On the other hand, gamma-frequency rhythmic vibroacoustic stimulation was found to decrease FM symptoms (depression, sleep quality and pain interference) and ease associated comorbidities (depression and sleep disturbances), opening new avenues for further investigation of the effects of rhythmic sensory stimulation on chronic pain conditions [ 118 ].…”

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Fibromyalgia: Recent Advances in Diagnosis, Classification, Pharmacotherapy and Alternative Remedies

Maffei

2020

IJMS

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Fibromyalgia (FM) is a syndrome that does not present a well-defined underlying organic disease. FM is a condition which has been associated with diseases such as infections, diabetes, psychiatric or neurological disorders, rheumatic pathologies, and is a disorder that rather than diagnosis of exclusion requires positive diagnosis. A multidimensional approach is required for the management of FM, including pain management, pharmacological therapies, behavioral therapy, patient education, and exercise. The purpose of this review is to summarize the recent advances in classification criteria and diagnostic criteria for FM as well as to explore pharmacotherapy and the use of alternative therapies including the use of plant bioactive molecules.

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The Effect of Low-Frequency Sound Stimulation on Patients with Fibromyalgia: A Clinical Study

Cited by 37 publications

References 76 publications

A parallel randomized controlled trial examining the effects of rhythmic sensory stimulation on fibromyalgia symptoms

A parallel randomized controlled trial examining the effects of rhythmic sensory stimulation on fibromyalgia symptoms

Vibroacoustic Therapy and Development of a New Device: A Pilot Study in the Health Resort Environment

Fibromyalgia: Recent Advances in Diagnosis, Classification, Pharmacotherapy and Alternative Remedies

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