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July 31, 2025Open Access

A scoping review of non-pharmacological interventions for managing fatigue across the lifespan of people living with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions

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KFKatie FishpoolGYGeorge YoungCCCoziana Ciurtin

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Overview

Scoping review identifies non-pharmacological interventions for fatigue in musculoskeletal conditions, highlighting evidence gaps and participant characteristics.

Key Points

  • Main finding highlights that fatigue is a significant issue for many with chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
  • Key evidence includes 268 studies, with 72 focusing on fatigue, indicating prevalent use of physical activity interventions.
  • Approach involved a comprehensive scoping review using Joanna Briggs Institute methodology, covering all ages.
  • Significance lies in the need for tailored interventions to address gaps and improve fatigue management across diverse populations.

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Fishpool et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/689a094be6551bb0af8cf42fhttps://doi.org/10.1101/2025.07.29.25332314
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