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2012 Canadian Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of fibromyalgia syndrome: executive summary.
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The trial behind it
Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.
Effect of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) on Symptoms of Patients With Fibromyalgia Syndrome and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): A Prospective Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
A Multi-disciplinary, Community-based Group Intervention for Fibromyalgia: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Evaluation of Chronotype and Central Sensitization in Patients With Fibromyalgia Syndrome, Cross-sectional Study
Interdisciplinary Therapeutic Intervention for People With Persistent Pain
Who cites it
171 citing papers in PubMed, 19 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 395 citations in OpenAlex.
- Drug treatments for fibromyalgia: systematic review and network meta-analysis of randomised trials.BMJ medicine · 2026Pooled it
- Effectiveness of non-pharmacological traditional Chinese medicine combined with conventional therapy in treating fibromyalgia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in neuroscience · 2023Pooled it
- Efficacy of Dry Needling and Acupuncture in Patients with Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Pooled it
- Validity of Algorithms for Identification of Individuals Suffering from Chronic Noncancer Pain in Administrative Databases: A Systematic Review.Pain medicine (Malden, Mass.) · 2020Pooled it
- Flexibility exercise training for adults with fibromyalgia.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2019Pooled it
- Behaviour change interventions targeting physical activity in adults with fibromyalgia: a systematic review.Rheumatology international · 2019Pooled it
- Mirtazapine for fibromyalgia in adults.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2018Pooled it
- Whole body vibration exercise training for fibromyalgia.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2017Pooled it
- Cannabinoids in Pain Management and Palliative Medicine.Deutsches Arzteblatt international · 2017Pooled it
- [Recommendations for treatment of fibromyalgia : Where will we stand in 10 years?]Schmerz (Berlin, Germany) · 2017Pooled it
- Oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for fibromyalgia in adults.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2017Pooled it
- Gabapentin for fibromyalgia pain in adults.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2017Pooled it
- Cannabinoids for fibromyalgia.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2016Pooled it
- Antipsychotics for fibromyalgia in adults.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2016Pooled it
- Efficacy, tolerability and safety of cannabinoids in chronic pain associated with rheumatic diseases (fibromyalgia syndrome, back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis): A systematic review of randomized controlled trials.Schmerz (Berlin, Germany) · 2016Pooled it
- Effects of non-pharmacological interventions on inflammatory biomarker expression in patients with fibromyalgia: a systematic review.Arthritis research & therapy · 2015Pooled it
- Therapeutic benefit of balneotherapy and hydrotherapy in the management of fibromyalgia syndrome: a qualitative systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Arthritis research & therapy · 2014Pooled it
- Cognitive behavioural therapies for fibromyalgia.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2013Pooled it
- 2012 Canadian Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of fibromyalgia syndrome: executive summary.Pain research & managementGuideline
- Self-guided digital acceptance and commitment therapy for fibromyalgia management: results of a randomized, active-controlled, phase II pilot clinical trial.Journal of behavioral medicine · 2024Trial
111 more citing papers are in PubMed but not listed here.
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12 authors at 8 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
backgroundRecent neurophysiological evidence attests to the validity of fibromyalgia (FM), a chronic pain condition that affects >2% of the population.
objectivesTo present the evidence-based guidelines for the diagnosis, management and patient trajectory of individuals with FM.
methodsA needs assessment following consultation with diverse health care professionals identified questions pertinent to various aspects of FM. A literature search identified the evidence available to address these questions; evidence was graded according to the standards of the Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine. Drafted recommendations were appraised by an advisory panel to reflect meaningful clinical practice.
resultsThe present recommendations incorporate the new clinical concepts of FM as a clinical construct without any defining physical abnormality or biological marker, characterized by fluctuating, diffuse body pain and the frequent symptoms of sleep disturbance, fatigue, mood and cognitive changes. In the absence of a defining cause or cure, treatment objectives should be patient-tailored and symptom-based, aimed at reducing global complaints and enhancing function. Healthy lifestyle practices with active patient participation in health care forms the cornerstone of care. Multimodal management may include nonpharmacological and pharmacological strategies, although it must be acknowledged that pharmacological treatments provide only modest benefit. Maintenance of function and retention in the workforce is encouraged.
conclusionsThe new Canadian guidelines for the treatment of FM should provide health professionals with confidence in the complete care of these patients and improve clinical outcomes.
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