Fibromyalgia study: Box Breathing Exercise
Official title Effects of Box Breathing Exercise in Patients With Fibromyalgia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07722923
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study wants to find out if doing a specific breathing exercise can improve sleep, reduce pain, and ease stomach issues in people with fibromyalgia.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for 60 adults who have fibromyalgia.
- What's involved
- Participants will keep their normal medical care. Those in the active group will also practice box breathing for 10 minutes, twice a day, for 30 days. Researchers will check on sleep, pain, and comfort at the start and end of the study.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 30 days and requires assessments at the beginning and the end.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aged 18 years or older
- Having a diagnosis of fibromyalgia
- Having a Visual Analog Scale pain score of 5 or higher
- Having a Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index score of 5 or higher
- Being able to communicate and complete the study assessments
You likely can't join if
- Having a respiratory condition such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Having a communication problem that prevents participation in the study procedures or completion of the assessment tools
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 18 years or older
- Having a diagnosis of fibromyalgia
- Having a Visual Analog Scale pain score of 5 or higher
- Having a Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index score of 5 or higher
- Being able to communicate and complete the study assessments
- Voluntarily agreeing to participate and providing informed consent
- Having a respiratory condition such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Having a communication problem that prevents participation in the study procedures or completion of the assessment tools
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Çorum, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Çorum, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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