<p>It is characterised by restless sleep, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression and disturbances in bowel function. <br /><br />The experimental study, conducted by Maria Dolores Onieva Zafra at the Department of Nursery of the University of Granada, Spain, has shown that these two techniques enhance the well-being of fibromyalgia patients, the Pain Management Nursing journal reports.<br />Researchers applied a relaxation technique based on guided imagery and music therapy to patients, according to a Granada statement. <br /><br />They were given a CD to listen at home. Then, researchers measured a number of variables associated with fribromyalgia symptoms, as pain intensity, quality of life and sleep disorders, among others. <br /><br />The patients were given the chance to participate in their own treatment through an understanding of their condition.<br /><br />The study confirms that the art of relaxation with guided imagery and receptive music therapy have proven effective in the alternative symptomatic treatment of this condition. <br /></p>
<p>It is characterised by restless sleep, chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression and disturbances in bowel function. <br /><br />The experimental study, conducted by Maria Dolores Onieva Zafra at the Department of Nursery of the University of Granada, Spain, has shown that these two techniques enhance the well-being of fibromyalgia patients, the Pain Management Nursing journal reports.<br />Researchers applied a relaxation technique based on guided imagery and music therapy to patients, according to a Granada statement. <br /><br />They were given a CD to listen at home. Then, researchers measured a number of variables associated with fribromyalgia symptoms, as pain intensity, quality of life and sleep disorders, among others. <br /><br />The patients were given the chance to participate in their own treatment through an understanding of their condition.<br /><br />The study confirms that the art of relaxation with guided imagery and receptive music therapy have proven effective in the alternative symptomatic treatment of this condition. <br /></p>