Arm Exercise Capacity, Muscle Strength and Activities of Daily Living in Patients with Fibromyalgia Syndrome

Comparison of Arm Exercise Capacity, Muscle Strength and Daily Living Activities of Patients with Fibromyalgia Syndrome and Healthy Controls

The aim of this study is to compare the upper extremity exercise capacity, muscle strength and activities of daily living of patients with fibromyalgia syndrome and healthy individuals.

Inclusion Criteria-fibromyalgia syndrome:

• Being diagnosed with fibromyalgia syndrome
• Being aged 18-65
• Stable use of medication for at least 3 months or longer
• Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria-fibromyalgia syndrome:

• Having comorbidities that may affect physical functions
• Failure to cooperate with tests to be performed
• Presence of exercise test contraindication

Inclusion Criteria-healthy control:

• Being aged 18-65
• Volunteering to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria-healthy control:

• Having a chronic or systemic disease
• Failure to cooperate with tests to be performed