Arthritis research & therapy
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Arthritis Res. Ther. · Jan 2015
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter StudyResistance exercise improves muscle strength, health status and pain intensity in fibromyalgia--a randomized controlled trial.
Fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by persistent widespread pain, increased pain sensitivity and tenderness. Muscle strength in women with FM is reduced compared to healthy women. The aim of this study was to examine the effects of a progressive resistance exercise program on muscle strength, health status, and current pain intensity in women with FM. ⋯ Person-centered progressive resistance exercise was found to be a feasible mode of exercise for women with FM, improving muscle strength, health status, and current pain intensity when assessed immediately after the intervention.