Ongoing Research Studies

Researchers at Indiana University are looking for adults to participate in a study to learn more about the relationships between daily bodily pain and fatigue with physical activity levels in adults with Fibromyalgia.

​

What is involved if I participate?

• Participants will complete one 1.5 hour study visit at IUPUI in Indianapolis, IN.

• During this visit, participants will complete questionnaires and complete a 6-minute walk on an indoor track.

• Following the study visit, participants will be asked to wear an activity monitor on the waist for 8 days. 

• On those same 8 days, we will ask participants to complete daily ratings of their bodily pain and fatigue via an app that is put on their phone.

 

Will I be compensated?

Participants will receive a $100 gift card for completing all of the study requirements.

 

How can I participate?

If you are interested in participating in this study, or have questions, please call or email the study team directly:

 

Email: kmnaugle@iupui.edu 

Phone: (317)-274-0601

​

Eligibility

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

• Conditions: fibromyalgia

• Age: Between 18 Years - 64 Years

• Gender: Male or Female

 

Inclusion Criteria:

• Must meet diagnostic criteria for Fibromyalgia

• Experiencing moderate pain severity 

• Have a stable medical management plan for at least 4 weeks prior to study enrollment

• Have access to an android phone or iPhone

 

Exclusion Criteria:

• Comorbid acute pain or comorbid chronic pain condition more prominent than FM

• Active psychosis or schizophrenia

• History of cardiovascular issues including uncontrolled blood pressure over 150/95 mmHg, heart failure, or history of heart atttack

• Serious progressive medical conditions (e.g., cancer, Parkinson’s disease)

• Moderately severe cognitive impairment 

• Unable to walk for 6 minutes

• Serious systemic disease or condition (e.g., severe osteoarthritis, injury) that restricts normal daily physical activities