Overview
Fibromyalgia is a condition that may lead to a decline in respiratory function, as well as impaired oxygen delivery to and utilization by the muscles-factors that contribute to fatigue and reduced exercise capacity. However, this aspect remains insufficiently studied and is not yet clearly understood. In this context, this study aims to compare upper extremity functional exercise capacity, respiratory and peripheral muscle strength, muscle oxygenation, pain, and quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome against those of healthy individuals.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
For the fibromyalgia group:
- Being a woman between the ages of 18 and 65,
- Having a diagnosis of fibromyalgia-made by a rheumatologist or a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation-consistent with the 2016 American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria,
- Having had the fibromyalgia diagnosis for at least 3 months.
For the healthy control group:
- Being a woman between the ages of 18 and 65,
- Being a volunteer for the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Having severe orthopedic, neurological, or cardiac conditions,
- Having an additional pulmonary disease,
- Having a diagnosed coexisting rheumatic disease,
- Using medications that result in clinical instability,
- Not being willing to participate in the study voluntarily.
For the healthy control group:
- Not having any known chronic diseases,
- Being willing to participate in the study voluntarily.
