[Alternative and complementary therapies in fibromyalgia syndrome].
BACKGROUND
Interdisciplinary S3 level guidelines were devised in cooperation with 8 medical, 2 psychological and 2 patient support groups. Results were elaborated in a multilevel group process.


METHODS
On the bases of the "Cochrane Library" (1993-2006), "Medline" (1980-2006), "PsychInfo" (2006) and "Scopus" (2006) controlled studies and meta-analyses of controlled studies were analyzed.


RESULTS
Only few controlled studies were found supporting in part the effectiveness of CAM therapies in the treatment of fibromyalgia syndrome. Due to the lack of information on long term efficacy and cost-effectiveness, only limited recommendations for CAM therapies can be given.


CONCLUSIONS
Within a multicomponent therapy setting, selective CAM therapies (acupuncture, vegetarian diet, homeopathy, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, music-oriented and body-oriented therapies) can be recommended for a limited period of time.
Langhorst
J
J
Klinik für Innere Medizin V, Naturheilkunde und Integrative Medizin, Kliniken Essen-Mitte, Am Deimelsberg 34a, 45276 Essen. jost.langhorst@gmx.de
Häuser
W
W
Irnich
D
D
Speeck
N
N
Felde
E
E
Winkelmann
A
A
Lucius
H
H
Michalsen
A
A
Musial
F
F
D000529:Complementary Therapies; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D005356:Fibromyalgia / Q000628:therapy*; D005858:Germany; D006801:Humans; D010348:Patient Care Team; D012657:Self-Help Groups; D012955:Societies, Medical