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Age: 18Years - 65Years
All Genders
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Investigation of the Relationship Between Central Sensitization Symptoms and Cognitive Dysfunction in Patients With Fibromyalgia

Led by Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey · Updated on 2025-09-12

100

Participants Needed

1

Research Sites

8 weeks

Total Duration

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What this Trial Is About

Researchers are examining the link between central sensitization symptoms and cognitive dysfunction in people with fibromyalgia, a condition marked by chronic widespread pain and impaired pain regulation. The study seeks to understand how these symptoms impact both objective and subjective cognitive complaints, and how cognitive issues relate to disease severity and other clinical factors. This observational study is conducted by Sultan Abdulhamid Han Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey. Participants diagnosed with fibromyalgia will undergo assessments using tools such as the Central Sensitization Inventory and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment to evaluate pain sensitivity and cognitive function. Additional scales like the Cognitive Symptom Severity Scale-Extended, Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and Numeric Rating Scale will also be used to assess symptoms of cognition, anxiety, depression, and pain severity. These tests occur over a 6-month period. During the study, participants will be evaluated at regular intervals to monitor changes in central sensitization and cognitive function. Researchers will collect data on cognitive symptoms, fibromyalgia impact, anxiety, depression, and pain intensity. The primary outcomes measured include scores on the Central Sensitization Inventory and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment after 6 months. This data will help clarify the relationship between central sensitization and cognitive dysfunction in fibromyalgia patients over the study period.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Relationship Between Central Sensitization Symptoms and Cognitive Dysfunction in Fibromyalgia

Who Can Participate

Age: 18Years - 65Years
All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible

You may qualify if you...

  • Diagnosed with fibromyalgia according to American College of Rheumatology 2016 criteria
  • Between 18 and 65 years old
  • Able to read and write
  • Agree to participate in the study
Not Eligible

You will not qualify if you...

  • Having systemic inflammatory disease, central nervous system disease with cortical involvement, active infection, or history of cancer
  • History of illness that may cause cognitive impairment
  • Younger than 18 or older than 65 years
  • Unable to read or write
  • Decline to participate in the study

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Your Study Journey

Screening

Duration - 2 to 4 weeks

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.

1 visit (in-person)

Diagnostic Evaluation

Duration - Up to 6 months

Participants undergo assessments including questionnaires and cognitive tests to evaluate central sensitization symptoms and cognitive function.

Periodic visits during the 6 months

Trial Site Locations

Total: 1 location

1

Health Sciences University

Istanbul, Uskudar, Turkey (Türkiye), 34100

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Research Team

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Feyza Yücel, M.D.

How is the study designed?

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

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Primary Purpose

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Number of Arms

1

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