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This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of creative arts therapies for managing pain in fibromyalgia patients.

June 14, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Effects of Creative Arts Therapies on Pain Management in Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis

MTMei Ling TanAlanus University of Arts and Social Sciences CFChristine FournaiseHeidelberg University CCClara CornaroHeidelberg University

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This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of creative arts therapies for managing pain in fibromyalgia patients.
Conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing studies on creative arts therapies and fibromyalgia.
Included various forms of creative arts therapies as interventions.
Analyzed outcomes related to pain management and quality of life.
Creative arts therapies significantly reduced pain levels in fibromyalgia patients compared to standard treatments.
Participants reported improved quality of life post-intervention, with substantial reductions in fatigue and pain.

Abstract

Background: Fibromyalgia is a chronic disease associated with musculoskeletal pain, painful tender points in areas of the body, fatigue, impaired physical function, and reduced quality of life. Objectives: In the context of the revision of the medical guidelines for fibromyalgia in Germany, the for full text, please go to the a.m. URL

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