International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases

Original Article

A new approach towards improved quality of life in fibromyalgia: a pilot study on the effects of an aquatic Ai Chi program

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Sagrario Pérez de la Cruz

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Department of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Medicine, University of Almería, Almería, Spain

Correspondence: Dr Sagrario Pérez de la Cruz, Facultad de Enfermería, Fisioterapia y Medicina, Edificio de Ciencias de la Salud. Despacho 2.050, Carretera de Sacramento s/n 04120, La Cañada de San Urbano, Almería, Spain.

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Johan Lambeck,

Johan Lambeck

Faculty of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Lovaina, Lovaina, Belgium

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Sagrario Pérez de la Cruz,

Corresponding Author

Sagrario Pérez de la Cruz

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Department of Nursing, Physiotherapy and Medicine, University of Almería, Almería, Spain

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Johan Lambeck,

Johan Lambeck

Faculty of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Lovaina, Lovaina, Belgium

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First published: 26 July 2016

https://doi.org/10.1111/1756-185X.12930

Citations: 5

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Abstract

Background

Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is a rheumatic disorder that presents with physical, psychological and social symptoms.

Objective

The aim of this study was to assess the effects of a program of water-based Ai Chi on the health-related quality of life of subjects with FMS.

Methods

An experimental pilot study was performed with a sample of 20 female subjects diagnosed with FM and recruited from two different settings. Assessments were performed using the a visual analog scale and the Short Form-36 physical and mental health summary scores. Measurements took place at baseline and upon completion of 10 treatment sessions.

Results

After 10 treatment sessions, significant improvements (P < 0.05) were found in practically all the variables under study, with significant differences in values such as pain perception, vitality, mental health, as well as perceived overall improvement in quality of life.

Conclusions

A water-based Ai Chi program may contribute to the improvement of mental and physical health and the quality of life in women with FMS.

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