As recently as 2015, many believed that chronic fatigue syndrome was a psychological disorder, not a real physical problem. In February of that year, the Institute of Medicine noted that chronic fatigue, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis, was a real disease. Previous to this announcement, some actually believed that people with Type-A (or perfectionist) personalities, people who are lazy, or those with maladaptive (or social anxiety) behaviors brought the condition on themselves. Thankfully for those suffering, the truth has come out.
Some suggest a new name may be better suited for this disorder. They feel that because it can have a large number of symptoms, the term systemic exertion intolerance disease may be more fitting. What are the symptoms a person should be aware of?
- Insomnia and other sleep issues
- Extreme fatigue that does not improve with rest
- Pain in the joints and muscles
- Abnormal, chronic headaches
- Swollen and stiff feeling tissue
- Impaired cardiovascular function, even with exercise
- Slow processing of information in the brain
- Depression often accompanied by anxiety
- Blurred vision
- Feeling lightheaded upon standing
Where to Find Relief for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in Spring Lake Park
Those in the medical field are still struggling to find answers as to why chronic fatigue happens and what to do about it. The options given are often targeted at the individual symptoms, not helping the syndrome as a whole. Some may suggest alternatives to medication, such as:
- Supplements
- Regular, moderate exercise
- Dietary changes
- Cognitive behavior therapy
- Acupuncture
While these are all viable options to help cope with the symptoms, one must remember that unless the underlying cause is addressed, chronic fatigue syndrome will simply continue to occur.
Upper cervical chiropractors have seen much success in relieving chronic fatigue patients. This has to do with a link seen between this condition and a misalignment in the upper neck vertebrae that puts pressure on the brainstem, affecting the function of the central nervous system. If signals to and from the brain and body are distorted, chronic fatigue can be the end result. By allowing an upper cervical chiropractor to correct this misalignment through a gentle adjustment, many patients have seen significant improvement in their symptoms.
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