Research
For many years, chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia have mystified the medical world. However, ongoing research is now not only proving that these illnesses are very real, but also shedding light on possible causes. Best of all, these new revelations are opening the door to the development of more effective treatment options.
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Can a Simple Blood Pressure Test Diagnose Fibromyalgia?
A 2006 study showed a strong association between pain experienced during blood pressure testing and the diagnosis of fibromyalgia. This indicates that blood pressure testing may be useful in recognizing fibromyalgia patients.
A 2006 study showed a strong association between pain experienced during blood pressure testing and the diagnosis of fibromyalgia. This indicates that blood pressure testing may be useful in recognizing fibromyalgia patients.
Pregabalin – A Pain Relief Option for Fibromyalgia
According to research presented at the November 2006 American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting, pregabalin appears to offer extended pain relief for fibromyalgia patients.
According to research presented at the November 2006 American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting, pregabalin appears to offer extended pain relief for fibromyalgia patients.
2006 CFS Research Grants Awarded
The National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH) and the Trans-NIH Working Group for Research in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFSWG) have awarded seven new grants for CFS research.
The National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH) and the Trans-NIH Working Group for Research in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFSWG) have awarded seven new grants for CFS research.
How Reliable are Research Studies?
Every few days, new research studies come across my desk. While it is exciting when one of those studies reports on a drug or therapy that holds promise for effectively treating fibromyalgia (FM) or chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), history has taught me to be skeptical.
Every few days, new research studies come across my desk. While it is exciting when one of those studies reports on a drug or therapy that holds promise for effectively treating fibromyalgia (FM) or chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), history has taught me to be skeptical.
Listening to Music Can Reduce Chronic Pain and Depression
A study published in the June 2006 issue of the "Journal of Advanced Nursing" found that listening to music daily reduced chronic pain, made people feel more in control of their pain, reduced depression, and made people feel less disabled by their condition.
A study published in the June 2006 issue of the "Journal of Advanced Nursing" found that listening to music daily reduced chronic pain, made people feel more in control of their pain, reduced depression, and made people feel less disabled by their condition.
Potential Animal Virus Identified in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Patients
Scientific research funded by the National CFIDS Foundation, Inc. (NCF) is providing preliminary confirmation of a new virus identified in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) patients. This ongoing research dovetails with a completed research project conducted by Cryptic Afflictions, LLC, a private Australian company.
Scientific research funded by the National CFIDS Foundation, Inc. (NCF) is providing preliminary confirmation of a new virus identified in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) patients. This ongoing research dovetails with a completed research project conducted by Cryptic Afflictions, LLC, a private Australian company.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome's Genetic Link
Scientists have discovered that people with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) have certain genes and gene activities that reduce their body’s ability to deal with physical and psychological stress.
Scientists have discovered that people with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) have certain genes and gene activities that reduce their body’s ability to deal with physical and psychological stress.
Study Shows Modafinil Reduces Fibromyalgia Fatigue
Fatigue is one of the most prominent symptoms of fibromyalgia –– second only to pain. A study presented at the 2006 annual meeting of the American Psychiatric Association in Toronto showed promising results indicating that modafinil (Provigil) could reduce some of this fibromyalgia-related fatigue.
Fatigue is one of the most prominent symptoms of fibromyalgia –– second only to pain. A study presented at the 2006 annual meeting of the American Psychiatric Association in Toronto showed promising results indicating that modafinil (Provigil) could reduce some of this fibromyalgia-related fatigue.
New Sleep Medication: Ramelteon (Rozerem)
Research on a new sleep medication. Rozerem may be a good fibromyalgia treatment medication for sleeplessness, a primary symptom of fibromyalgia.
Research on a new sleep medication. Rozerem may be a good fibromyalgia treatment medication for sleeplessness, a primary symptom of fibromyalgia.
Could Valganciclovir Be An Effective Treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
In a study testing the effects of the drug valganciclovir on chronic fatigue syndrome patients, nine out of 12 patients reportedly experienced great improvement. The results of this study were reported at a scientific conference in Barcelona by Professor Jose Montoya of Stanford University in California.
In a study testing the effects of the drug valganciclovir on chronic fatigue syndrome patients, nine out of 12 patients reportedly experienced great improvement. The results of this study were reported at a scientific conference in Barcelona by Professor Jose Montoya of Stanford University in California.
Is Acupuncture an Effective Fibromyalgia Treatment?
A review of the three most recent research projects studying whether or not acupuncture is beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia (FM), reveals conflicting results.
A review of the three most recent research projects studying whether or not acupuncture is beneficial in the treatment of fibromyalgia (FM), reveals conflicting results.
KADIAN Improves Fibromyalgia Pain
At the 25th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Pain Society, two supplemental analyses were presented indicating that the drug KADIAN improved pain scores and pain symptoms in arthritis and fibromyalgia (FM) patients.
At the 25th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Pain Society, two supplemental analyses were presented indicating that the drug KADIAN improved pain scores and pain symptoms in arthritis and fibromyalgia (FM) patients.
Narcolepsy Drug May Hold Hope for FM Patients
A clinical study conducted by researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and the Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland found that the drug sodium oxybate, currently used to treat cataplexy in narcolepsy patients, was effective in both improving sleep and reducing pain perception for FM patients.
A clinical study conducted by researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and the Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland found that the drug sodium oxybate, currently used to treat cataplexy in narcolepsy patients, was effective in both improving sleep and reducing pain perception for FM patients.
New Fibromyalgia Treatment Options
There are several exciting new treatment options available for people with fibromyalgia (FM). Early studies of three different medications have yielded promising results.
There are several exciting new treatment options available for people with fibromyalgia (FM). Early studies of three different medications have yielded promising results.
Research Advances...We've Come a Long Way, Baby!
The past decade has brought about tremendous advances in fibromyalgia awareness and research. Seeing a casual mention of fibromyalgia in a national magazine recently caused me to reflect upon just how far we have come in the past 10 years.
The past decade has brought about tremendous advances in fibromyalgia awareness and research. Seeing a casual mention of fibromyalgia in a national magazine recently caused me to reflect upon just how far we have come in the past 10 years.
Training the Brain to Reduce Pain
A Stanford University study, using brain-imaging technology, found that patients were able to train their brains to reduce their pain levels.
A Stanford University study, using brain-imaging technology, found that patients were able to train their brains to reduce their pain levels.
Cognitive Function and Fibromyalgia
Many fibromyalgia patients complain of cognitive (or mental) symptoms such as memory failures (both long-term and short-term), difficulties with attention, and with finding the right words. Research done by Jennifer Glass, Ph.D. and Denise Park, Ph.D. at the University of Michigan shows that there really is cognitive dysfunction in fibromyalgia patients.
Many fibromyalgia patients complain of cognitive (or mental) symptoms such as memory failures (both long-term and short-term), difficulties with attention, and with finding the right words. Research done by Jennifer Glass, Ph.D. and Denise Park, Ph.D. at the University of Michigan shows that there really is cognitive dysfunction in fibromyalgia patients.
NIAMS Fibromyalgia Research Projects
NIAMS (National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases) reports on the fibromyalgia research projects they have funded since 1999.
NIAMS (National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases) reports on the fibromyalgia research projects they have funded since 1999.
Clinical Trials for Alternative Treatments
This site of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), lists all NIH funded clinical trials involving alternative treatment options.
This site of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), lists all NIH funded clinical trials involving alternative treatment options.