Connective Tissue Massage: Single-session CTM application for the entire back
Study summary
The aim of this randomized controlled study is to investigate the immediate effect of connective tissue massage (CTM) on the pressure pain threshold (PPT) in women with fibromyalgia.
Eligibility
Sex
FEMALE
Min age
18 Years
Max age
65 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion Criteria:
* Having a diagnosis of FM
* Being a woman between the ages of 18 and 65
* Being willing to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
* Diagnosed additional neurological, infectious, and other inflammatory rheumatic diseases; uncontrolled endocrine and/or autoimmune diseases
* Severe psychiatric disorders
* Pregnancy or breastfeeding
* Malignancy
* Presence of acute inflammation, open wounds, or erythema in the massage areas
Primary outcome measure(s)
Measurement of pressure pain threshold — Baseline and 20 minutes post-intervention PPT will be determined using a handheld digital algometer with a 1 cm² probe. Measurements will be taken bilaterally at three points: the trapezius, lumbar region, and pretibial area. In the control group, the first measurement will be taken, followed by a second measurement approximately 20 minutes later. In the CTM group, measurements will be taken before and after the CTM procedure.
Trial sites (1)
Facility
City
Region
Status
Gazi Mustafa Kemal Occupational and Environmental Diseases Hospital
Ankara
Turkey (Türkiye)
Recruiting
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This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
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