An interventional study of Exergaming and Home-based exercise in Fibromyalgia and Exergaming, sponsored by Halic University. Recruiting at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Open to female participants aged 30 Years to 70 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-01-09.
Sponsored by Halic University · Not applicable, Interventional, and Treatment
Among 195 studies in Fibromyalgia with a site in Turkey — 51 open to participants now, 55 under way, none of them phase 3. Fibromyalgia · Turkey.
Among the 195 studies in Fibromyalgia with a site in Turkey, this one is the 100th largest by planned enrollment of the 104 interventional ones, is one of 27 that started in 2025, is one of 102 with no phase, reaches primary completion later than 22 of the 54 other live ones, and was the 154th registered.
1,243 studies on the registry are indexed under Fibromyalgia; 256 are open to participants now.
This study's planned enrollment of 20 is below the median of 60 across 937 interventional studies indexed under Fibromyalgia.
Browse Fibromyalgia studies →51 of the 195 studies in Fibromyalgia with a site in Turkey are open now, in 1 country. Each count lists the studies.
Of the 160 Fibromyalgia studies recruiting now, 50 (31%) set no upper age limit and 96 (60%) stop at 75 or younger; 14 take children under 18; 35 take healthy volunteers.
This study: 30 Years to 70 Years · female · no healthy volunteers.
The full table on the hub →195 studies; the count open now beside each. This study's row is marked.
First in 2003; this study’s year is marked. 27 started in 2025.
Median enrollment 52 across the 104 interventional studies, 100 across the 91 observational. Of the 126 that completed or were terminated, 3 (2%) have results posted.
1 of 195 have an industry lead sponsor. The 10 most frequent:
Halic University is the lead sponsor of 85 studies on the registry; 14 are open to participants now.
Halic University has 1 study filed under Fibromyalgia — fewer than ten, so there is no comparison to draw.
22 of the studies in Fibromyalgia with a site in Turkey that are under way reach primary completion within a year, 0 of them phase 3. Phase 3 first, then by date:
| Study | Primary completion |
|---|---|
| NCT07189247Ufuk UniversityEvaluation of Fibromyalgia Frequency and Pain Parameters in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome | 2026-11-01 |
| NCT06957873Ankara Training and Research HospitalCraniovertebral Angle and Fibromyalgia Severity | 2026-11-01 |
| NCT07228897Ankara Etlik City HospitalComparison of Treadmill and Outdoor Walking in Patients With Fibromyalgia | 2026-11-01 |
| NCT07416097Izmir Democracy UniversityComparison of Multidimensional Parameters in Women With Fibromyalgia and Healthy Controls | 2026-11-15 |
| NCT07261696Nigde Omer Halisdemir UniversityThe Effects of Inspiratory Muscle Training Female Patients With Fibromyalgia | 2026-12-05 |
Among the 195 studies in Fibromyalgia with a site in Turkey, from their registry updates:
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effects of an exergame-based exercise program and a home-based exercise program in women aged 30-70 years diagnosed with fibromyalgia (FM).
The main questions it aims to answer are:
Does an exergame-based program using the Nintendo Switch game Ring Fit Adventure improve pain, balance, and functional mobility in women with fibromyalgia? Is the exergame program more effective than a traditional home-based exercise program in improving physical and psychosocial outcomes? Researchers will compare the exergame group and the home-based exercise group to determine whether game-based exercises provide superior benefits in pain reduction, balance, and quality of life.
Participants will:
Be randomly assigned to either the exergame or the home-based exercise group. Exercise twice a week for four weeks under the supervision of a physiotherapist or via remote monitoring.
Undergo evaluations before and after the 4-week training period, and again after a 4-week detraining period.
Assessments will include:
Pain intensity (Visual Analog Scale) Disease severity (Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, Widespread Pain Index, Symptom Severity Scale, Fibromyalgia Severity Scale) Lower extremity strength (Sit-to-Stand Test) Functional mobility (Timed Up and Go Test) Balance (Single-Leg Stance Test, Berg Balance Scale) Psychosocial status (Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach Questionnaire - BETY-BQ) Quality of life (Short Form-12) Study findings are expected to provide evidence for the effectiveness of exergame applications as an enjoyable rehabilitation approach for individuals with fibromyalgia.
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain, tenderness in specific musculoskeletal regions, fatigue, sleep disturbances, headaches, cognitive dysfunction, muscle weakness, postural instability, altered gait, and an increased risk of falls. Exercise has been reported to be one of the most effective non-pharmacological treatments for FM, and various types of exercise have been proposed. However, the evidence regarding which type of exercise provides optimal benefit remains limited.
Recently, exergame-based exercises - video game-assisted physical activities that combine interactive gaming with exercise - have gained attention as a novel and motivating rehabilitation approach. These programs have been shown to enhance adherence and engagement in different populations, including healthy adults, older individuals, and patients with neurological and musculoskeletal conditions. Nevertheless, research on the use of exergames in individuals with fibromyalgia is scarce, and no studies have been identified that use the Nintendo Switch Ring Fit Adventure game in this population.
This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effects of an exergame-based exercise program and a home-based exercise program in women diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: (1) the exergame group, performing supervised exercises using Ring Fit Adventure twice a week for four weeks, and (2) the home-based exercise group, performing a physiotherapist-prescribed home exercise program twice a week for four weeks.
All participants will be evaluated at baseline and after the 4-week intervention period, and reassessed following a 4-week detraining phase. Data obtained from this study will contribute to understanding the effects of exergame applications on pain, balance, functional mobility, and psychosocial outcomes in women with fibromyalgia. The results are expected to provide evidence supporting the use of exergame-based exercises as an enjoyable and effective approach within rehabilitation programs for individuals with fibromyalgia.
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Weight in kilograms divided by height in metres squared. Example: 70 kg and 1.75 m gives 70 ÷ (1.75 × 1.75) ≈ 22.9.
What counts as overweight or obesity differs between countries (some use lower cut-offs), so go by the range the study states.
Informed consent
Before you join, the study team explains what taking part involves — its purpose, what happens, the risks and possible benefits — and answers your questions, so you can decide freely. Consent is usually recorded on a form (the informed consent form, ICF) signed by you or, where the law allows, by someone legally authorised to decide for you.
You can keep asking questions during the study, you are told of new information that matters, and you can choose to leave at any time.
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BMI (body mass index)
Weight in kilograms divided by height in metres squared. Example: 70 kg and 1.75 m gives 70 ÷ (1.75 × 1.75) ≈ 22.9.
What counts as overweight or obesity differs between countries (some use lower cut-offs), so go by the range the study states.
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Participants in this group will perform exergame-based exercises.
Other: Exergaming
Participants in this group will perform home-based exercise sessions.
Other: Home-based exercise
Participants in the exergame group will perform exercises using the Nintendo Switch game Ring Fit Adventure under the supervision of a physiotherapist, twice a week for four weeks. The exergame program was designed by a specialist physiotherapist.
Participants in the home-based exercise group will perform exercises prescribed by a specialist physiotherapist as a home program, twice a week for four weeks. The exercises will be taught to participants in face-to-face sessions. Once a week, participants in the home-based exercise group will meet via Zoom to monitor exercise accuracy and progression. The home-based exercise program was adapted from the study conducted by Gentile et al. (2024).
Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire
The Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire will be used to assess the impact of fibromyalgia (FM) on patients. The questionnaire consists of 21 items. All items are based on an 11-point numerical rating scale ranging from 0 to 10, where 10 indicates the worst possible condition. It comprises three domains: function, overall impact, and symptoms. The total score for the function domain (range 0-90) is divided by 3; the overall impact domain (range 0-20) is left unchanged; and the total score for the symptom domain (range 0-100) is divided by 2. The overall Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire score is the sum of these three domain scores.
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
Fibromyalgia Severity Scale
The Fibromyalgia Severity Scale is calculated by summing the scores of the Widespread Pain Index (WPI) and the Symptom Severity Scale (SSS). The maximum total score is 31 (19 + 12 = 31). A total score below 12 is generally not considered indicative of fibromyalgia.
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
The Visual Analog Scale is a 100-mm horizontal line used to assess pain intensity. Participants are asked to mark a point on the line that represents their current level of pain. A score of 0 indicates "no pain," while 100 represents "the worst pain imaginable." The measurement is recorded in centimeters.
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
30-Second Sit-to-Stand Test
A 45 cm-high armless chair and a stopwatch will be used. Participants sit upright with feet flat on the floor and arms crossed over the chest. On the "start" command, they stand up and sit down as many times as possible within 30 seconds. The total number of full stands is recorded as the score. The chair will be stabilized against a wall, and each participant will receive verbal instructions, a demonstration, and 2-3 practice trials.
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
Timed Up and Go Test
Functional mobility will be assessed by measuring the time taken to stand up from a chair, walk 3 meters, turn around, and sit down again. Three trials will be performed, and the best time recorded.
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
Single-Leg Stance Test
Static balance will be evaluated by asking participants to stand on one leg with arms crossed at the chest, eyes open, and without support. The duration of maintaining the position will be recorded in seconds. The test will stop at 120 seconds and will be performed bilaterally (Akıl et al., 2020; Springer et al., 2007).
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
Berg Balance Scale
The scale consists of 14 tasks scored from 0 to 4, with a maximum total of 56 points. Scores of 0-20 indicate balance impairment, 21-40 acceptable balance, and 41-56 good balance.
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
Cognitive Exercise Therapy Approach Scale (BETY-BQ)
This 30-item questionnaire, scored on a 5-point Likert scale (0-4), assesses biopsychosocial impact. Higher scores indicate greater impact.
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
Short Form-12 (SF-12)
The SF-12, a short version of the SF-36, assesses physical and mental health over the past four months. Higher scores reflect better health status. The Turkish version has been validated.
Time frame: Assessed at baseline, post-intervention (4 weeks), and at 8-week follow-up
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Started Dec 2025 (actual). Primary completion is estimated for Feb 2026, 2 months after the start.
Of 436 non-industry interventional studies with no phase under Fibromyalgia, half reached primary completion within 16 months of starting (the median), counting those still running; a quarter within 6 and three quarters within 31. This study's planned 2 months is below that.
Counting every sponsor, half of 449 studies reached it within 15 months; a quarter within 6 and three quarters within 31.
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