天美传媒

Abstract

Fibromyalgia, a chronic disease, manifests itself through diffuse pain and sensitivity in various parts of the body, in addition to other symptoms, and is a pathology that can affect children and adolescents. Another clinical condition that can be diagnosed in childhood is Autism Spectrum Disorder, a complex neurological condition characterized by persistent challenges in communication and social interaction, as well as by the presence of repetitive and restricted patterns of behavior, interests, and activities. The objective of this study was to promote intervention in a clinical case of a child with fibromyalgia and autism spectrum disorder using synergistic photobiomodulation and ultrasound on the palms of the hands, evaluating possible benefits for fibromyalgia and autism. Female patient, 9 years old, diagnosed with juvenile fibromyalgia and autism spectrum disorder level 1. The patient underwent 10 treatment sessions using equipment with synergistic photobiomodulation and ultrasound capabilities, applied to the palms of the hands. Assessments were performed together with the patient's guardian using the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire, Visual Analogue Scale for pain and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. The results showed that the clinical intervention was effective in controlling the symptoms of fibromyalgia, reducing pain. Anxiety and depression showed a small reduction according to the questionnaire. Thus, we can conclude that the clinical intervention provided an improvement in quality of life and reduced pain in the fibromyalgia condition. Regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder, a longer intervention period is necessary.