Effect of Transdermal Magnesium Chloride on Quality of Life in Patients With Fibromyalgia

December 23, 2014 updated by: Dietlind Wahner-Roedler, Mayo Clinic

Effect of Transdermal Magnesium Chloride on Quality of Life in Patients With Fibromyalgia - A Pilot Study

In this pilot study we propose to gather preliminary data on whether transdermal magnesium chloride can improve quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia. Forty women with fibromyalgia will be enrolled in this study. Participants will be asked to apply a topical solution of magnesium chloride on their extremities 3 times daily for 28 consecutive days. Three questionnaires measuring quality of life will be administered at baseline, at 2 weeks, and at 4 weeks (end of study).

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain syndrome with no known etiology. Fibromyalgia is generally diagnosed in patients reporting widespread musculoskeletal pain, and tenderness. In addition to widespread pain, fibromyalgia is also characterized by chronic fatigue, depression, sleep disturbances, and poor concentration. It has been reported that approximately 3.5% of women and 0.5% of men in the United States suffer from fibromyalgia. While the primary cause of fibromyalgia remains unclear, a growing body of evidence indicates that the widespread pain associated with fibromyalgia is due to abnormalities in the central nervous system. The pain threshold, both mechanical and thermal, in fibromyalgia sufferers are lowered such that it requires a lesser than normal stimulus to elicit pain.

Recent reports suggest that fibromyalgia is an oxidative stress disorder and deficiency in trace elements and antioxidants play an important role in the development of fibromyalgia. Magnesium is a trace element that is important for many metabolic functions. It affects cell membrane permeability and electrical activity. The similarity in the clinical symptoms of fibromyalgia and magnesium deficiency along with the histopathological findings of tender points (such as hypoxia and adenosine triphosphate deficiency) raises the possibility that magnesium may play a role in fibromyalgia etiopathogenesis.

In this pilot study we propose to explore the feasibility and ease of 2 times a day application of a topical solution to the arms and legs. We will also gather preliminary data on whether transdermal magnesium chloride can improve quality of life in women with fibromyalgia.

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Actual)

40

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • United States
    • Minnesota
      • Rochester, Minnesota, United States, 55905
        • Mayo Clinic

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

40 years to 70 years (Adult, Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

Female

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Patients diagnosed with fibromyalgia at Mayo Clinic Rochester's Fibromyalgia Clinic
  • Postmenopausal women (no menstrual period for 1 year or more)
  • Women age 40-70 that have had a hysterectomy
  • Willing to travel to Mayo Clinic Rochester for the initial instruction visit
  • Able to apply the transdermal magnesium chloride as directed
  • Able to complete the questionnaires and daily diary
  • Able and willing to give informed consent
  • Able to speak, write and understand English

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Patients on dialysis
  • Individuals who decline to participate in the study
  • Diagnoses of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or dementia
  • Patients with myasthenia gravis and myasthenic syndromes
  • Patients on magnesium supplements

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Supportive Care
  • Allocation: N/A
  • Interventional Model: Single Group Assignment
  • Masking: None (Open Label)

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
Other: Transdermal Magnesium Chloride
This is a clear, odorless liquid that dries rapidly on the skin and leaves no oily residue. Its ingredients are water, magnesium chloride, and a proprietary blend of less than two-tenths of 1% trace minerals (Boron, Selenium, and Manganese).
Other: Transdermal Magnesium Chloride
Each participant will be provided with a spray bottle containing a transdermal magnesium chloride solution and asked to apply 4 sprays per each arm and each leg 2 times a day as follows: pump 4 sprays into the palm of your hand and apply to each arm and each leg 2 times a day for a total of 32 sprays daily. Rub the contents of 4 sprays on one limb and repeat for each limb coating evenly.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Change from baseline to end of study on quality of life as documented by the Revised Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQR) in women with fibromyalgia after applying a transdermal magnesium chloride solution to their arms and legs 2 times daily.
Time Frame: 28 Days
28 Days

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Time Frame
Change from baseline to study end on quality of life as documented by the SF-36v2 Health Survey in women with fibromyalgia after applying a transdermal magnesium chloride solution to their extremities 2 times daily.
Time Frame: 28 Days
28 Days
Change from baseline to study end on quality of life as documented by the Quality of Life Analog Scale (QOL Analog Scale) in women with fibromyalgia after applying a transdermal magnesium chloride solution to their extremities 2 times daily.
Time Frame: 28 Days
28 Days

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Mayo Clinic

Collaborators

Magnesium Direct

Publications and helpful links

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General Publications

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start

October 1, 2013

Primary Completion (Actual)

August 1, 2014

Study Completion (Actual)

September 1, 2014

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

April 4, 2013

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

October 18, 2013

First Posted (Estimate)

October 24, 2013

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

December 24, 2014

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

December 23, 2014

Last Verified

December 1, 2014

More Information

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Other Study ID Numbers

  • 13-001413

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