Abstract
Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition that involves complex pathogenic mechanisms and multiple symptoms. Most patients with fibromyalgia experience poor sleep, which is bidirectionally related to pain. In this article, we discuss the symptoms of fibromyalgia, the pathophysiology underlying pain and poor sleep in patients with fibromyalgia, the relationship between pain and sleep, and the subjective and objective features of disturbed sleep in patients with fibromyalgia. We also present up-to-date evidence regarding the effectiveness and adverse effects of pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments for fibromyalgia and provide sleep recommendations for patients with fibromyalgia.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Sleep and Circadian Rhythms |
Subtitle of host publication | Volume 1-6, Second Edition |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Pages | 440-449 |
Number of pages | 10 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780323910941 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 1 2023 |
Keywords
- Central sensitization
- Chronic widespread pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Insomnia
- Non-pharmacological treatment
- Nonrestorative sleep
- Pathophysiology
- Pharmacological treatment
- Sleep disturbance
- Sleep-pain relationship
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Neuroscience