Proof of concept of a treatment for fibromyalgia based on physical activity, psychological support, and exposure to nature (NAT-FM)
Sanabria-Mazoa, Juan P. (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona)
Serrata, Mayte (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona)
Mateo Canedo, Corel (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona)
Feliu-Soler, Albert (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona)
Almirall, Míriam (Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron)
Méndez Ulrich, Jorge Luis (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona)
Luciano, Juan V (Institut de Recerca Sant Joan de Déu)
Sanz Ruiz, Antoni (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona)

Date:	2020
Abstract:	Aim: To provide a preliminary assessment of the efficacy of the NAT-FM protocol as a complimentary treatment in patients with fibromyalgia (FM). Methods: A trial was conducted, with two arms: TAU (n = 6) and TAU+NAT-FM (n = 6). Results: There was a reduction in physical limitations and anxious/depressive symptoms and an improvement in positive affect in the intervention group. Also, this group showed a decrease in pain, catastrophizing, negative affect, and positively refocusing, and an increase in positive affect. Intrasession assessments showed an increase in positive affect, self-efficacy, and energy, along with a decrease in stress. Intersession assessments revealed an increase in pain, valence, and dominance. Conclusion: The results suggest the appropriateness of the NAT-FM protocol.
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Language:	Anglès
Document:	Prepublicació ; recerca ; Versió de l'autor
Subject:	Fibromyalgia ; Treatment ; Physical activity ; Cognitive behavioral therapy ; Nature ; Randomized controlled trial ; Proof of concept research

DOI: 10.31234/osf.io/hyc86

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