Publications by authors named "Laura Alves Menten"
Is Pilates more effective and cost-effective than aerobic exercise in the treatment of patients with fibromyalgia syndrome? A randomized controlled trial with economic evaluation.
Katherinne Ferro Moura Franco Gisela Cristiane Miyamoto Yuri Rafael Dos Santos Franco Evany Maira Espírito Santo Salvador Bruna Cristina Brajon do Nascimento Laura Alves Menten
Eur J Pain
January 2023
Article Synopsis
- This study aimed to compare the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of Pilates and aerobic exercises for treating fibromyalgia, enrolling 98 patients aged 20-75 who met specific diagnostic criteria.
- After 8 weeks of treatment, results indicated no significant difference in fibromyalgia impact between the two exercise groups, with Pilates costing slightly more.
- Despite not being more cost-effective, Pilates was favored for its potential impact on quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs) depending on the number of resources one is willing to allocate for treatment.