The aim of this review is to provide a summary of adult measures of general health and
health-related quality of life (HRQOL) commonly used in rheumatology research studies …

Background The purpose of this report is to provide a succinct but comprehensive summary
of the scientific evidence regarding the effectiveness of manual treatment for the …

The systematic review aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of massage in fibromyalgia. An
electronic search was conducted at MEDLINE, SCiELO, EMBASE, ISI, PEDro …

Fibromyalgia is a condition characterised by chronic widespread muscle pain and fatigue,
sleep disturbances, cognitive disorders, and mood disturbance. The purpose of this study …

Objective: To determine the effect of myofascial release techniques on pain symptoms,
postural stability and physical function in fibromyalgia syndrome. Design: A randomized …

This study was planned to assess and compare the effectiveness of cervical and
scapulothoracic stabilization exercise treatment with and without connective tissue massage …

Background Although some studies evaluated the effectiveness of massage therapy for
fibromyalgia (FM), the role of massage therapy in the management of FM remained …

Objectives Patients with long-lasting pain problems often complain of lack of confidence and
trust in their body. Through physical experiences and reflections they can develop a more …

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to measure effects of connective tissue massage
(CTM) on the autonomic nervous system using thermography and physiological …

This chapter looks at the techniques for performing manipulation, traction, and massage and
the medical literature to support their use. The manipulation section includes information on …