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Research: BARBOUR,
Listed in Issue 79
Abstract
BARBOUR, connienp@mindspring.com, investigated the use and effectiveness of alternative/complementary medical treatments for fibromyalgia.
Background
Patients with fibromyalgia suffer not only muscle pain but also a range of other symptoms, leading them to seek complementary treatment when conventional medicine fails to provide sufficient or complete relief.
Methodology
The author developed a questionnaire in order to collect information about CAM treatments and their effectiveness.
Results
60 subjects visited the researcher's website and completed an online questionnaire on CAM use for fibromyalgia. The most commonly tried interventions were information (literature), heat, walking, vitamins and massage . The interventions that were rated the most effective were information (literature), aromatherapy, support groups, heat and massage .
Conclusion
References
Barbour C. Use of complementary and alternative treatments by individuals with fibromyalgia syndrome. Journal of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners 12 (8): 311-6. Aug 2000.
