Bjrrkum T, Wang CE, Waterloo K. [Patients' experience with treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome] Tidsskr Nor Laegeforen. 2009 Jun 11;129(12):1214-6.
Orthostatic (Tilt)-training is an effective treatment for neurally mediated hypotension (NMH). NMH is a frequent finding in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). We evaluated home orthostatic training (HOT) in CFS in a randomized placebo-controlled feasibility study.
Compiled by Susanna Agardy. The Exercise Guidance Note below is intended to be a short summary of exercise issues in ME/CFS, which I hope can be easily read by doctors and patients. The pacing program and other statements are adapted from Dr Lewis's book (Reference 2.)
Pacing is a technique for managing fatigue, and involves achieving the correct balance between rest and activity. This article explains the benefits of pacing, and how the DVD and booklet have enabled the team to better support clients.
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