To our knowledge this will be the first attempt to systematic ally identify knowledge of dance as a potential intervention for adults with fibromyalgia .
This scoping review offers a feasible means for describing the evidence specific to dance and fibromyalgia ; results will provide unique insights concerning the breadth and depth of literature in the area .
An analysis of this body of literature as a whole may reveal new research directions or unknown ways this intervention could strengthen current management approaches of the disease
BACKGROUND Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread muscular tenderness , pain , fatigue , and cognitive difficulties .
Nonpharmacological treatment options , such as physical activity , are important for people with fibromyalgia .
There are strong recommendations to support engagement in physical activity for symptom management among adults with fibromyalgia .
Dance is a mode of physical activity that may allow individuals with fibromyalgia to improve their physical function , health , and well-being .
Dance has the potential to promote improved pain processing while simultaneously providing the health and social benefits of engaging in physical activity that contributes to symptom management .
However , we are unaware of current evidence on dance as a nonpharmacological/physical activity intervention for adults with fibromyalgia .
OBJECTIVE The aims of the study are to provide an overview of the extant evidence to underst and how dance is used for individuals with fibromyalgia ; to examine the extent , range , and nature of research activity in the area ; and to determine the value of undertaking a full systematic review .
Feasibility of an eight-week dance-based exercise program and its effects on locomotor ability of persons with functional class III rheumatoid arthritis.
OBJECTIVES The main objectives of this experimental case series were to evaluate the feasibility of a modified dance-based exercise program with low ground impacts in persons with rheumatoid arthritis ( RA ) functional class III and to describe its effects on locomotor ability . The relationship between 3 locomotor tests and their responsiveness also were addressed . METHODS Ten female subjects participated in an 8-week exercise program .  Locomotor ability was measured before and after the program using the 50-foot test of walking time , the 6-minute test of walking distance , and the  locomotion biomechanical analysis . RESULTS All subjects showed a high compliance ( 92.5 % presence at sessions ) over the 8 weeks of exercise without any aggravation in disease status . They were able to train efficiently at moderate intensity up to 25 minutes . Significant improvements were found in locomotor ability , with a higher responsiveness measured by the locomotion biomechanical analysis , followed by the 6-minute gait test and the 50-foot gait test . Inconsistent relationships between tests suggested that different locomotor abilities are required during tests . CONCLUSION These results support the feasibility of a modified dance-based exercise program for persons with severe RA . With high levels of responsiveness , the detailed biomechanical analysis and the 6-minute gait test are recommended for the assessment of locomotor ability
To our knowledge this will be the first attempt to systematic ally identify knowledge of dance as a potential intervention for adults with fibromyalgia .
This scoping review offers a feasible means for describing the evidence specific to dance and fibromyalgia ; results will provide unique insights concerning the breadth and depth of literature in the area .
An analysis of this body of literature as a whole may reveal new research directions or unknown ways this intervention could strengthen current management approaches of the disease
BACKGROUND Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread muscular tenderness , pain , fatigue , and cognitive difficulties .
Nonpharmacological treatment options , such as physical activity , are important for people with fibromyalgia .
There are strong recommendations to support engagement in physical activity for symptom management among adults with fibromyalgia .
Dance is a mode of physical activity that may allow individuals with fibromyalgia to improve their physical function , health , and well-being .
Dance has the potential to promote improved pain processing while simultaneously providing the health and social benefits of engaging in physical activity that contributes to symptom management .
However , we are unaware of current evidence on dance as a nonpharmacological/physical activity intervention for adults with fibromyalgia .
OBJECTIVE The aims of the study are to provide an overview of the extant evidence to underst and how dance is used for individuals with fibromyalgia ; to examine the extent , range , and nature of research activity in the area ; and to determine the value of undertaking a full systematic review .