J Am Acad Nurse Prac
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J Am Acad Nurse Prac · Aug 2000
Use of complementary and alternative treatments by individuals with fibromyalgia syndrome.
Although muscle pain is the primary complaint of patients with fibromyalgia, there are myriad associated symptoms that cause them to seek healthcare. Some individuals try alternative treatments when conventional medicine does not provide symptom relief. ⋯ Literature, heat, walking, vitamins, and massage were the interventions tried most frequently. Literature, aromatherapy, support groups, heat, and massage were rated the most effective.