The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of self directed exercise on pain and function reported in patients with Fibromyalgia both in the short term and long term. Previous studies have shown that patients with fibromyalgia respond better to a single session of self directed exercise compared to prescriptive exercise. To the investigator's knowledge, no studies have examined the impact on pain and function after multiple sessions of self directed exercise in this patient population. This study hoes to be a case series exploring the effects of self directed exercise on participants with fibromyalgia. Participants will be encouraged to exercise 8-12 times in a 4 week time frame at a self selected pace and intensity on a stationary bicycle. Outcome measures such as the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, SF-36 and Numeric Pain Rating Scale will be used prior to study participation as well as 4 and 8 weeks following the start of participation.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
10
Participants will pedal on a stationary bicycle up to 25 minutes 2-3 times a week for 4 weeks at a self directed pace and intensity
Woodstock Rehab & Fitness
Woodstock, Virginia, United States
RECRUITINGChange in Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire
An instrument developed to assess the current health status of women with the fibromyalgia syndrome in clinical and research settings1. Assesses current health and functional status in people with Fibromyalgia
Time frame: 0, 4 and 8 weeks
Change in Numeric Pain Rating Scale
Paint rating scale from 0-10
Time frame: 0, 4 and 8 weeks
Change in Short Form (SF) - 36
Survey of reported health
Time frame: 0, 4 and 8 weeks
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