Monthly Archives: June 2013
Headaches (idiopathic intracranial hypertension) & CFS
Research Abstract Introduction: Headache is common in chronic fatigue syndrome, a condition of unknown cause in which there are no clinical signs. Fatigue is common in idiopathic intracranial hypertension, a headache condition of unknown cause in which the only clinical … Continue reading
Patterns of Abnormal Visual Attention in ME
Research Abstract Purpose: To experimentally assess visual attention difficulties commonly reported by those with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). Methods: Twenty-nine ME/CFS patients and 29 controls took part in the study. Performance was assessed using the Useful Field of View … Continue reading
Physiotherapist warns about graded exercise therapy (GET) in ME/CFS
Physio Michelle Bull has a special interest in exercise for people with chronic fatigue – because her son has the condition I read the article about graded exercise therapy (GET) (Frontline, 20 March) with great interest as a physiotherapist and … Continue reading
Sleep disorders in CFS
Research Abstract Objectives: Despite sleep disturbances being a central complaint in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), evidence of objective sleep abnormalities from over 30 studies is inconsistent. The present study aimed to identify whether sleep-specific phenotypes exist in CFS … Continue reading
South Wales hospital reorganisation consultation
The South Wales Programme is the name of the plan to change the way four hospitals offer services for people living in South Wales and south Powys. Find out about meeting dates (starting 3rd June) and consultation documents at the … Continue reading
Evidence from research into childhood CFS/ME is lacking
Review Abstract Purpose A range of interventions have been used for the management of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) in children and adolescents. Currently, debate exists as to the effectiveness of these different management strategies. The objective of this review … Continue reading
Diagnosis difficulties for black and minority ethnic people in UK
Research Abstract Aim This study aims to explore the possible reasons for the lower levels of diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalitis (CFS/ME) in the black and minority ethnic (BME) population, and the implications for management. BACKGROUND: Population studies suggest … Continue reading
