Category Archives: News
Review of the comorbidity between TMD and CFS
Review abstract: Summary: The most common cause of chronic oro-facial pain is a group of disorders collectively termed temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). Chronic painful TMD is thought to be a ‘central sensitivity syndrome’ related to hypersensitivity of the nervous system, but the … Continue reading
Understanding onset patterns of ME & CFS
Dissertation abstract: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) refer to a debilitating illness without a universally accepted or well-understood etiology. Some experts have suggested that there are multiple pathways to the development of … Continue reading
Hepatitis C virus-associated neurocognitive & neuropsychiatric disorders
Research abstract: Since its identification in 1989, hepatitis C virus (HCV) has emerged as a worldwide health problem with roughly 185 million chronic infections, representing individuals at high risk of developing cirrhosis and liver cancer. In addition to being a … Continue reading
A comparison of cytokine profiles of CFS/ME and MS patients
Research abstract: Background: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), is a debilitating condition that presents with a range of symptoms, including fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, muscular and joint pain, and may be immune-mediated. In particular, patients exhibit abnormal … Continue reading
Psychological factors associated with sleep disturbance in CFS & insomnia
Research abstract: Objectives: Reports of tiredness and poor quality sleep are common to both Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and insomnia, despite evidence that sleep structure is not objectively impaired in these groups. Similar vulnerability and maintenance factors have been identified in both conditions, such … Continue reading
Physiological post-exertional abnormalities in ME & CFS
Review article extracts: Abstract: Post-exertional “malaise” is a hallmark symptom of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Various abnormalities, including abnormal physiological responses to exertion, can account for post-exertional “malaise” and “exercise avoidance”. Since these abnormalities are not … Continue reading
Body-mind therapies for IBS
Research abstract: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most commonly diagnosed gastrointestinal conditions. It represents a significant healthcare burden and remains a clinical challenge. Over the years IBS has been described from a variety of different perspectives; from … Continue reading
Uses of vagal nerve stimulation for chronic pain
Review abstract: Recent human and animal studies provide growing evidence that vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) can deliver strong analgesic effects in addition to providing therapeutic efficacy in the treatment of refractory epilepsy and depression. Analgesia is potentially mediated by vagal … Continue reading
It’s too good to be true that exercise can help CFS sufferers
In medicine, as in life, it is sensible to be cautious about claims that seem too good to be true. Daily Telegraph’s Doctor’s Diary: It’s too good to be true that exercise can help Chronic Fatigue Syndrome sufferers [James Le … Continue reading
