FMS Study

Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS)

What and Who Fibromyalgia Effects:
Fibromyalgia is the presence of both chronic widespread pain and the finding of 11/18 tender points on examination. It affects 2% of the general population. Despite the recent advances in drug treatment for FMS, a greater majority continues to experience disabling pain, fatigue and impairment in physical function.

Current Study:
To help reduce the burden of FMS illness, the current study is being conducted to determine the efficacy of a telephone-based support system to encourage people with fibromyalgia to pursue a healthy lifestyle, which then leads to improvement in symptoms. This federally-funded research study will enroll 200 participants and randomly assign them to either a motivational-based support system or a health educational-based support system. Participants will receive 6 telephone calls and will undergo an outcome assessment at week 1, week 12, week 24 and week 36. As an outcome of this study, we expect to enhance the adoption and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle for FMS sufferers.

How to Join the Study:
Potential participants can visit fibrofit.net to be prescreened. Alternatively, interested parties may also call 317-274-1755.