FibromyalgiaPhase 3FTTGONCT01107574
Fibromyalgia Treatment Trial With Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
A Phase 3 study testing Gabapentin, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine in people with Fibromyalgia, run by Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Oregon at 1 site in United States.
Trial summary
This study assesses the benefits of intervention with gabapentin, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine or both for improvement of the symptoms of Fibromyalgia. This study also seeks to determine whether these treatments will decrease the number and severity of tender points, improve structure, function and the overall… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 65 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Fibromyalgia
- What is being tested?
- Gabapentin, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
- Type of treatment
- Pill or oral medicine, Surgery or procedure
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 41 participants
- Where
- 1 siteUnited States
- Study dates
- Apr 2004to Apr 2010
- Phase
- Phase 3
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 65 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Female or male patients were eligible for the study if they were 18-65 years of age and met the ACR criteria for fibromyalgia ([1]).
Who cannot join
- Patients with other rheumatic or medical disorders that contributed to the symptoms of fibromyalgia were excluded.
- Rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory arthritis, or autoimmune disease;
- Pain from traumatic injury or structural or regional rheumatic disease;
- Rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory arthritis, or autoimmune disease;
- Unstable medical or psychiatric illness;
- Lifetime history of psychosis, hypomania or mania, epilepsy, or dementia;
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- Substance abuse in the last 6 months;
- Serious risk of suicide;
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding;
- Unacceptable contraception in those of childbearing potential;
- Patients who, in the opinion of the investigator, were treatment refractory; and prior failed treatment with gabapentin, pregabalin or OMM.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
United States1 site
Touro University College of Osteoapathic Medicine
Vallejo, California, 94592
About this study
Official title: Phase III Study of the Use of Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine to Treat Fibromyalgia
This study assesses the benefits of intervention with gabapentin, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine or both for improvement of the symptoms of Fibromyalgia. This study also seeks to determine whether these treatments will decrease the number and severity of tender points, improve structure, function and the overall pain level of each patient from the baseline of the study to the end. This study is designed to evaluate whether subjects subjectively experience an improved quality of life and increased function as a result of these interventions corresponding to objective improvements.
Read the detailed description
An 8-week, randomized, study was designed to compare gabapentin (900 mg/day) (n = 8 patients) with OMM (n = 11 patients) with Combined treatment of gabapentin (900 mg/day) plus OMM (n = 7 patients) for efficacy and safety in treating pain, fatigue, depression and function associated with fibromyalgia.
The primary outcome measures were measured during week 2 and week 8 to evaluate efficacy of each arm and compare efficacy between each arm at improving structure, function and pain. The Baker Wong Brief Pain Inventory (BPI) was evaluated weekly for average pain severity score (range 0-10, where 0 = no pain and 10 = pain as bad as you can imagine). Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ) a tool that evaluates function and health status was administered at week 2 and week 8 for comparison of functioning at the baseline and end of the study. The total number of Tender Points (0-18) as determined by the American College of Rheumatology was counted at week 2 and week 8 to compare number of tender points from the baseline to the end. Dolorimetry in Kg/cm2 as measured by the Fischer Dolorimeter were measured on the 4 most severe tender points at week 2 and week 8 to compare severity of tender points from baseline to end of study. The Osteopathic Structural Examination which measures free range of motion of joints in degrees was measured with goniometry at week 2 and week 8 to evaluate degrees of free range of motion improved from baseline. The Clinical Global Impression which is a likert scale of 1-5 asking patients to evaluate how they feel about their overall health was taken at week 2 and week 8 to see if overall subjective thoughts of health were improved from baseline.
- Conditions
- Fibromyalgia
- Being tested
- Gabapentin, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
- Keywords
- Chronic Pain, tenderpoints, insomnia, mood disorder, fatigue
- Medical subject headings
- Fibromyalgia, Chronic Pain, Sleep Initiation and Maintenance Disorders, Mood Disorders, Fatigue
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
GabapentinDrug
Also called Neurontin
Gabapentin 900 mg po HS for 6 weeks treatment per patients enrolled in the Gabapentin Arm
Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineProcedure or surgery
Also called Osteopathic Manipulation Treatment
Based on Osteopathic Structural Examination and Tender point Examination a 30 minute treatment of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine was applied to each patient every week for 6 weeks.
Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineOther
Also called Combined OMM and Neurontin
Combination therapy of gabapentin 900 mg po HS for 6 weeks and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine 30 minute treatment weekly for each patient based on Osteopathic Structural Examination and Tender point Examination
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine | Experimental | 6 weeks of both Gabapentin 900 mg HS given orally was accompanied with Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine treatment 30 minutes weekly to the tender points of the musculoskeletal system of each patient for 6 weeks. Receives: Other: Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine |
| Gabapentin | Experimental | Gabapentin was given orally at 900 mg at HS weekly for 6 weeks. Receives: Drug: Gabapentin |
| Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine | Experimental | 6 weeks of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Treatment was applied to the patients tender points in the musculoskeletal system weekly by a 30 minute treatment. Receives: Procedure: Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Outcomes of Efficacy and Tolerability by measure of scored visual tools
Efficacy by Wong-Baker Pain Scale, Fibromyalgia Impact questionaire,Osteopathic Structural Exam, Clinical Global Impression of Change, Tenderpoints and Dolorimetry were assessed at week one and week 8 of treatment.
Measured: 8 Weeks
Secondary outcomes (1)
Number of Participants with Adverse Events as a Measure of Safety and Tolerability
safety of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Gapapentin by evaluation of treatment reactions weekly and laboratories before and after the study.
Measured: 8 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted21 Apr 2010 (estimated)
- Study startApr 2004
- Primary completionDec 2009
- Study completionApr 2010
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (13)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for FibromyalgiaStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase 3
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- Triple blind
- Who is masked
- Care provider, Investigator, Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 41 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Oregon
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Touro University,Vallejo,California
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Cynthia S. Marske DO, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Oregon
- Investigators
- Alejandro Gugliucci, MD, PhD, Study director, Touro University-CA, Vallejo
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT01107574
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 04-01-2004
- Acronym
- FTTGO
- Status last verified
- Aug 2013
- First submitted
- 19 Apr 2010
- Last updated
- 28 Aug 2013
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
Publications
Antai-Otong D. The art of prescribing. Depression and fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS): pharmacologic considerations. Perspect Psychiatr Care. 2005 Jul-Sep;41(3):146-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6163.2005.00028.x. No abstract available.
PubMed 16138826Arnold LM, Goldenberg DL, Stanford SB, Lalonde JK, Sandhu HS, Keck PE Jr, Welge JA, Bishop F, Stanford KE, Hess EV, Hudson JI. Gabapentin in the treatment of fibromyalgia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter trial. Arthritis Rheum. 2007 Apr;56(4):1336-44. doi: 10.1002/art.22457.
PubMed 17393438Bennett RM. Emerging concepts in the neurobiology of chronic pain: evidence of abnormal sensory processing in fibromyalgia. Mayo Clin Proc. 1999 Apr;74(4):385-98. doi: 10.4065/74.4.385.
PubMed 10221469Blunt KL, Rajwani MH, Guerriero RC. The effectiveness of chiropractic management of fibromyalgia patients: a pilot study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 1997 Jul-Aug;20(6):389-99.
PubMed 9272472Gamber RG, Shores JH, Russo DP, Jimenez C, Rubin BR. Osteopathic manipulative treatment in conjunction with medication relieves pain associated with fibromyalgia syndrome: results of a randomized clinical pilot project. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2002 Jun;102(6):321-5.
PubMed 12090649Hains G, Hains F. A combined ischemic compression and spinal manipulation in the treatment of fibromyalgia: a preliminary estimate of dose and efficacy. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2000 May;23(4):225-30.
PubMed 10820294Johnson SM, Kurtz ME. Osteopathic manipulative treatment techniques preferred by contemporary osteopathic physicians. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2003 May;103(5):219-24.
PubMed 12776762Maizels M, McCarberg B. Antidepressants and antiepileptic drugs for chronic non-cancer pain. Am Fam Physician. 2005 Feb 1;71(3):483-90.
PubMed 15712623McCleane G. Gabapentin reduces chronic benign nociceptive pain: a double-blind, placebo-controlled cross-over study. The Pain Clinic. 2000; 12(2):81-85.
Noller V, Sprott H. Prospective epidemiological observations on the course of the disease in fibromyalgia patients. J Negat Results Biomed. 2003 Aug 23;2:4. doi: 10.1186/1477-5751-2-4.
PubMed 12969513Rivera J, Gonzalez T. The Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire: a validated Spanish version to assess the health status in women with fibromyalgia. Clin Exp Rheumatol. 2004 Sep-Oct;22(5):554-60.
PubMed 15485007Hansen HC. Treatment of chronic pain with antiepileptic drugs: a new era. South Med J. 1999 Jul;92(7):642-9. doi: 10.1097/00007611-199907000-00001.
PubMed 10414471Wolfe F, Smythe HA, Yunus MB, Bennett RM, Bombardier C, Goldenberg DL, Tugwell P, Campbell SM, Abeles M, Clark P, et al. The American College of Rheumatology 1990 Criteria for the Classification of Fibromyalgia. Report of the Multicenter Criteria Committee. Arthritis Rheum. 1990 Feb;33(2):160-72. doi: 10.1002/art.1780330203.
PubMed 2306288
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 28 Aug 2013. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Phase III Study of the Use of Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine to Treat Fibromyalgia
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT01107574
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- FTTGO / 04-01-2004
- Conditions
- Fibromyalgia
- Keywords
- Chronic Pain, tenderpoints, insomnia, mood disorder, fatigue
- Phase
- Phase 3
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 41 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, OregonUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Touro University,Vallejo,California
- Study start
- Apr 2004
- Primary completion
- Dec 2009 (actual)
- Study completion
- Apr 2010 (actual)
- First posted
- 21 Apr 2010 (estimated)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study assesses the benefits of intervention with gabapentin, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine or both for improvement of the symptoms of Fibromyalgia. This study also seeks to determine whether these treatments will decrease the number and severity of tender points, improve structure, function and the overall pain level of each patient from the baseline of the study to the end. This study is designed to evaluate whether subjects subjectively experience an improved quality of life and increased function as a result of these interventions corresponding to objective improvements.
Detailed description
An 8-week, randomized, study was designed to compare gabapentin (900 mg/day) (n = 8 patients) with OMM (n = 11 patients) with Combined treatment of gabapentin (900 mg/day) plus OMM (n = 7 patients) for efficacy and safety in treating pain, fatigue, depression and function associated with fibromyalgia.
The primary outcome measures were measured during week 2 and week 8 to evaluate efficacy of each arm and compare efficacy between each arm at improving structure, function and pain. The Baker Wong Brief Pain Inventory (BPI) was evaluated weekly for average pain severity score (range 0-10, where 0 = no pain and 10 = pain as bad as you can imagine). Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ) a tool that evaluates function and health status was administered at week 2 and week 8 for comparison of functioning at the baseline and end of the study. The total number of Tender Points (0-18) as determined by the American College of Rheumatology was counted at week 2 and week 8 to compare number of tender points from the baseline to the end. Dolorimetry in Kg/cm2 as measured by the Fischer Dolorimeter were measured on the 4 most severe tender points at week 2 and week 8 to compare severity of tender points from baseline to end of study. The Osteopathic Structural Examination which measures free range of motion of joints in degrees was measured with goniometry at week 2 and week 8 to evaluate degrees of free range of motion improved from baseline. The Clinical Global Impression which is a likert scale of 1-5 asking patients to evaluate how they feel about their overall health was taken at week 2 and week 8 to see if overall subjective thoughts of health were improved from baseline.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- Triple blind (care provider, investigator, outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 3
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine | Experimental | Other: Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine6 weeks of both Gabapentin 900 mg HS given orally was accompanied with Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine treatment 30 minutes weekly to the tender points of the musculoskeletal system of each patient for 6 weeks. |
| Gabapentin | Experimental | Drug: GabapentinGabapentin was given orally at 900 mg at HS weekly for 6 weeks. |
| Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine | Experimental | Procedure: Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine6 weeks of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Treatment was applied to the patients tender points in the musculoskeletal system weekly by a 30 minute treatment. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Female or male patients were eligible for the study if they were 18-65 years of age and met the ACR criteria for fibromyalgia ([1]).
Key exclusion criteria (11 listed)
- Patients with other rheumatic or medical disorders that contributed to the symptoms of fibromyalgia were excluded.
- Rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory arthritis, or autoimmune disease;
- Pain from traumatic injury or structural or regional rheumatic disease;
- Rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory arthritis, or autoimmune disease;
- Unstable medical or psychiatric illness;
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| GabapentinAlso: NeurontinGabapentin 900 mg po HS for 6 weeks treatment per patients enrolled in the Gabapentin Arm | Drug | Gabapentin |
| Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineAlso: Osteopathic Manipulation TreatmentBased on Osteopathic Structural Examination and Tender point Examination a 30 minute treatment of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine was applied to each patient every week for 6 weeks. | Procedure or surgery | Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine |
| Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineAlso: Combined OMM and NeurontinCombination therapy of gabapentin 900 mg po HS for 6 weeks and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine 30 minute treatment weekly for each patient based on Osteopathic Structural Examination and Tender point Examination | Other | Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine |
Primary outcome
Outcomes of Efficacy and Tolerability by measure of scored visual tools
Time frame: 8 Weeks
Efficacy by Wong-Baker Pain Scale, Fibromyalgia Impact questionaire,Osteopathic Structural Exam, Clinical Global Impression of Change, Tenderpoints and Dolorimetry were assessed at week one and week 8 of treatment.
1 secondary outcome
Number of Participants with Adverse Events as a Measure of Safety and Tolerability
Time frame: 8 weeks
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 28 Aug 2013.
- Background: PubMed 16138826Antai-Otong D. The art of prescribing. Depression and fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS): pharmacologic considerations. Perspect Psychiatr Care. 2005 Jul-Sep;41(3):146-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1744-6163.2005.00028.x. No abstract available.
- Background: PubMed 17393438Arnold LM, Goldenberg DL, Stanford SB, Lalonde JK, Sandhu HS, Keck PE Jr, Welge JA, Bishop F, Stanford KE, Hess EV, Hudson JI. Gabapentin in the treatment of fibromyalgia: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter trial. Arthritis Rheum. 2007 Apr;56(4):1336-44. doi: 10.1002/art.22457.
- Background: PubMed 10221469Bennett RM. Emerging concepts in the neurobiology of chronic pain: evidence of abnormal sensory processing in fibromyalgia. Mayo Clin Proc. 1999 Apr;74(4):385-98. doi: 10.4065/74.4.385.
- Background: PubMed 9272472Blunt KL, Rajwani MH, Guerriero RC. The effectiveness of chiropractic management of fibromyalgia patients: a pilot study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 1997 Jul-Aug;20(6):389-99.
- Background: PubMed 12090649Gamber RG, Shores JH, Russo DP, Jimenez C, Rubin BR. Osteopathic manipulative treatment in conjunction with medication relieves pain associated with fibromyalgia syndrome: results of a randomized clinical pilot project. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2002 Jun;102(6):321-5.
- Background: PubMed 10820294Hains G, Hains F. A combined ischemic compression and spinal manipulation in the treatment of fibromyalgia: a preliminary estimate of dose and efficacy. J Manipulative Physiol Ther. 2000 May;23(4):225-30.
- Background: PubMed 12776762Johnson SM, Kurtz ME. Osteopathic manipulative treatment techniques preferred by contemporary osteopathic physicians. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2003 May;103(5):219-24.
- Background: PubMed 15712623Maizels M, McCarberg B. Antidepressants and antiepileptic drugs for chronic non-cancer pain. Am Fam Physician. 2005 Feb 1;71(3):483-90.
- BackgroundMcCleane G. Gabapentin reduces chronic benign nociceptive pain: a double-blind, placebo-controlled cross-over study. The Pain Clinic. 2000; 12(2):81-85.
- Background: PubMed 12969513Noller V, Sprott H. Prospective epidemiological observations on the course of the disease in fibromyalgia patients. J Negat Results Biomed. 2003 Aug 23;2:4. doi: 10.1186/1477-5751-2-4.
- Background: PubMed 15485007Rivera J, Gonzalez T. The Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire: a validated Spanish version to assess the health status in women with fibromyalgia. Clin Exp Rheumatol. 2004 Sep-Oct;22(5):554-60.
- Background: PubMed 10414471Hansen HC. Treatment of chronic pain with antiepileptic drugs: a new era. South Med J. 1999 Jul;92(7):642-9. doi: 10.1097/00007611-199907000-00001.
- Department of ResearchLink provided by the sponsor.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Alejandro Gugliucci, MD, PhD study director
Touro University-CA, Vallejo
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A Phase 3 study testing Gabapentin, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Gabapentin and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine in people with Fibromyalgia, run by Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Oregon at 1 site in United States.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 11 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 28 Aug 2013. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
What does this phase mean?
Phase 3 studies compare the treatment with the current standard treatment or a placebo in a large group, to confirm how well it works and watch for side effects.
Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Outcomes of Efficacy and Tolerability by measure of scored visual tools (time frame: 8 Weeks). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT01107574, which also lists 13 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 28 Aug 2013; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 8 Nov 2026.