A pilot randomized controlled trial of the Yoga of Awareness program in the management of fibromyalgia

James W. Carson; Kimberly M. Carson; Kim D. Jones; Robert M. Bennett; Cheryl L. Wright; Scott D. Mist

doi:10.1016/j.pain.2010.08.020

A pilot randomized controlled trial of the Yoga of Awareness program in the management of fibromyalgia

James W. Carson, Kimberly M. Carson, Kim D. Jones, Robert M. Bennett, Cheryl L. Wright, Scott D. Mist

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Abstract

A mounting body of literature recommends that treatment for fibromyalgia (FM) encompass medications, exercise and improvement of coping skills. However, there is a significant gap in determining an effective counterpart to pharmacotherapy that incorporates both exercise and coping. The aim of this randomized controlled trial was to evaluate the effects of a comprehensive yoga intervention on FM symptoms and coping. A sample of 53 female FM patients were randomized to the 8-week Yoga of Awareness program (gentle poses, meditation, breathing exercises, yoga-based coping instructions, group discussions) or to wait-listed standard care. Data were analyzed by intention to treat. At post-treatment, women assigned to the yoga program showed significantly greater improvements on standardized measures of FM symptoms and functioning, including pain, fatigue, and mood, and in pain catastrophizing, acceptance, and other coping strategies. This pilot study provides promising support for the potential benefits of a yoga program for women with FM.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	530-539
Number of pages	10
Journal	Pain
Volume	151
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pain.2010.08.020
State	Published - Nov 2010

Keywords

Fibromyalgia
Meditation
Mindfulness
Pain
Randomized controlled trial
Yoga

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Neurology
Clinical Neurology
Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

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