Tag Archives: severe ME
A recumbent isometric yoga program for patients with severe CFS/ME
Research abstract: BACKGROUND: Our previous randomized controlled trial demonstrated that isometric yoga in a sitting position reduces fatigue in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME). However, some patients experience difficulties sitting or practicing isometric yoga in a sitting position … Continue reading
Life stories & photo-elicited diaries of people with severe ME/CFS
Thesis abstract: Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) remains a controversial disease, shrouded in medical and social uncertainty. This thesis examines connections between language, space and representations of becoming diagnosed and living with the often severe effects of this chronic illness. Dominant medical and political institutions, often … Continue reading
MEA to fund new research into biomarkers and markers of disease activity in people with severe ME/CFS
ME Association announcement, 20 December 2016: MEA to fund new research into biomarkers and markers of disease activity in people with severe ME/CFS We are pleased to announce that – following the normal rigorous peer review procedures – the MEA Ramsay … Continue reading
Severe ME in Australia: suffering ignored and denied help
ME Australia blog post, by Sasha Nimmo, 13 September 2016: Severe ME: Suffering ignored and denied help Myalgic Encephalomyelitis is estimated to affect between 0.4% and 1% of the population, according to the International Consensus Criteria primer for medical practitioners, endorsed by Australian … Continue reading
Voices from the shadows – a film about ME, with a warning
The film ‘Voices from the Shadows’ is now available to watch for free until the end of the year – on Vimeo – by entering a promo code of VOICES after clicking the “rent for $3” button. Vimeo also requires … Continue reading
