Lívia Gallerani Romana

Ms. Lívia Gallerani Romana


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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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18 September 2024 in Brain Sciences
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TSThaís Nogueira da Silva
Thaís Nogueira da Silva
VRVivian Finotti Ribeiro
Vivian Finotti Ribeiro
MAMargot Carol Condori Apaza
Margot Carol Condori Apaza
LRLívia Gallerani Romana
Lívia Gallerani Romana
ÍMÍbis Ariana Peña de Moraes
Íbis Ariana Peña de Moraes
Carlos Bandeira de Mello MonteiroCarlos Bandeira de Mello Monteiro
Carlos Bandeira de Mello Monteiro
Background/Objectives: Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, and impaired motor performance. This study aimed to investigate the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) during virtual reality (VR) tasks on the motor performance of women with FM. Methods: Participants were divided into two groups: Group A received active tDCS for 10 days followed by sham tDCS for 10 days, while Group B received the opposite sequence. Both groups performed VR tasks using MoveHero software (v. 2.4) during the tDCS sessions. Motor performance was assessed by the number of hits (movement with correct timing to reach the targets) and absolute (accuracy measure) and variable (precision measure) errors during VR tasks. Participants were 21 women, aged 30–50 years, and diagnosed with FM. Results: Group A, which received active tDCS first, presented significant improvements in motor performance (number of hits and absolute and variable errors). The benefits of active tDCS persisted into the sham phase, suggesting a lasting neuroplastic effect. Conclusions: tDCS during VR tasks significantly improved motor performance in women with FM, particularly in complex, extensive movements. These findings indicate that tDCS enhances neuroplasticity, leading to sustained motor improvements, making it a promising therapeutic tool in FM rehabilitation.