Pain Neuroscience Education in Patients with Fibromyalgia

The Effectiveness of Pain Neuroscience Education in Patients with Fibromyalgia

Many patients with fibromyalgia have little understanding of their condition, leading to maladaptive pain cognitions and coping strategies. Current research has suggested the use of physiotherapy and rehabilitation in addition to cognitive patient education in the treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome. This study aimed to explore the effectiveness of pain neuroscience education in patients with fibromyalgia.

Inclusion Criteria:

• have fibromyalgia as defined by the criteria of the 1990 ACR
• have Turkish as their native language
• between 18 and 65 years of age

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having cognitive impairment
• Receiving psychotherapy
• Illiterate people
• Patients with significant hearing loss