What are the effects of connective tissue massage vs. myofascial release on fibromyalgia pain? Systematic review with meta-analysis
MFR has is more effective prognosis in pain reduction compared to CTM. However, the efficacy of MFR depends on the demographic and adaptive factors of the individuals and, especially, on the methodological definition of the intensity and time for which the MFR technique should be applied. In populations of different age groups, FRSMR techniques are recommended to be adapted. The personalized and specific approach of MFR suggests that it could be a promising strategy in the management of fibromyalgia, with the possibility of more robust and sustainable outcomes.
Authors
- Iramar Baptistella do Nascimento (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1268-2777)
- Edgar Ramos Vieira (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1011-5077)
- Tamiris Beppler Martins (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6156-3454)
- Anderson D’Oliveira (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7919-5880)
- Alexandro Andrade (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6640-9314)
- Francisco Camolesi Ide (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2825-4822)
Institutions
- Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina (BR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Complementary Therapies in Medicine
- Published
- 2025-11-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2025.103305
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.47