Fibromyalgia syndrome in athletes: a systematic review - DOI: 10.4025/reveducfis.v20i1.6010

Abstract

The aim of this study was to review studies in the area of the FMS in athletes. The methodology was a systematic review of the literature, delimited to the period from 1996 to 2006, which approached the FMS. Eighty five articles were selected, twenty four corresponded to the criteria for inclusion and four (16, 7%) brought up FMS in athletes. The studies referred to a lesser prevalence of the FMS in athletes than in general population. This syndrome is responsible for a series of alterations such as: functional incapacity, strength changes, psychological changes, fatigue and physical activity intolerance. Motor and cognitive issues influenced in professional activity and, in the case of athletes, in performance. Due to these changes, when this syndrome is diagnosed in athletes it allows the adoption of some cares to avoid injuries of repetition, as well as over training. There is a need to verify the presence of FMS in athletes and in positive cases to orientate to a training continuity with emphasis in the resistance work to prevent the fatigue and cares over the psychological health.