Complementary and alternative therapies for fibromyalgia syndrome. Systematic review, meta-analysis and guideline

The development of the guidelines was coordinated by the German Interdisciplinary Association for
Pain Therapy ("Deutsche Interdisziplinären Vereinigung für  Schmerztherapie", DIVS),
9 scientific medical societies and 2 patient self-help organizations.

Meditative movement therapies like qi gong  and tai chi, are strongly recommended.

Benefit of Qigong exercise in patients with fibromyalgia: a pilot study

Fibromyalgia (FM) patients present with widespread chronic pain and other symptoms. Some studies in the literature have reported inconsistent results after a Qigong exercise intervention in patients with FM.


The purpose of this study was to test the feasibility of a home-based Qigong exercise in patients with FM

Tai Chi and Chronic pain (fibromyalgia)

Tai chi is a low-impact, slow-motion, mind-body exercise that combines breath control, meditation, and movements to stretch and strengthen muscles. The practice dates back thousands of years.