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Effects of Breathing and Attention Training (BAT) on Pain Modulation

University of Florida

Start Date

4/3/2023

Completion Date

3/9/2028

Summary

The hypersensitivity of fibromyalgia is associated with abnormal pain modulation within the CNS, but not with peripheral or central sensitization. Many brain areas that contribute to modulation of pain are known, but their testing is complex and expensive. Quantitative sensory testing is easier to perform and repeatable. Therefore, it will be used to evaluate the effects of Breathing Attention Training (BAT) on the hypersensitivity of FM participants. BAT is a form of mindfulness meditation shown to decrease FM symptoms and possibly pain sensitivity. We hypothesize that pain modulation of chronic pain patients is improved by BAT.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Range: 18 years to 70 years

Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals diagnosed with fibromyalgia will have pain of duration \> 6 months and meeting the 1990 Research Diagnostic Criteria for FM (ACR) * Healthy, pain-free age matched controls without chronic pain Exclusion Criteria: * Personal or family history of photosensitive epilepsy * Prior history of cancer or diabetes * Patients must be willing to discontinue their analgesics, hypnotics, anxiolytics, or anti-depressants during the study period for at least 5 half-lives.

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Breathing and Attention Training (BAT)

BEHAVIORAL

Breathing Control

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Conditions

Fibromyalgia

Locations

University of Florida

Gainesville, Florida 32610

United States