Whole-body photobiomodulation treatment of fibromyalgia: a triple-blinded randomized clinical trial

James D. Carroll

doi:10.1117/12.2656889

17 March 2023 Whole-body photobiomodulation treatment of fibromyalgia: a triple-blinded randomized clinical trial

James D. Carroll

Proceedings Volume PC12362, Mechanisms of Photobiomodulation Therapy XVII; PC1236207 (2023) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2656889
Event: SPIE BiOS, 2023, San Francisco, California, United States

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic musculoskeletal pain condition characterized by sensory hypersensitivity, widespread pain and fatigue. AIMS: To evaluate the effects of NovoTHOR® whole-body PBM on fibromyalgia. METHOD: Forty-Two patients in a triple-blind, placebo-controlled trial were randomized to receive active or placebo NovoTHOR whole-body PBM, three times a week for four weeks. RESULTS: There were statistically significant differences in pain and quality of life in favour of the active treatment group at the end of 4-weeks.  CONCLUSION: NovoTHOR whole-body PBM significantly reduces pain and improves quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia.

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James D. Carroll "Whole-body photobiomodulation treatment of fibromyalgia: a triple-blinded randomized clinical trial", Proc. SPIE PC12362, Mechanisms of Photobiomodulation Therapy XVII, PC1236207 (17 March 2023); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2656889

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