Occupational Therapy for Managing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a serious, long-term illness that affects many body systems. Another name for it is myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS). CFS can often make you unable to do your usual activities. Sometimes you may not even be able to get out of bed.

 Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

• Severe fatigue that is not improved by rest
• Sleep problems
• Post-exertional malaise (PEM), where your symptoms get worse after any physical or mental activity
• Problems with thinking and concentrating
• Pain
• Dizziness

Causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

The cause of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is still unknown. A combination of factors may be involved, including:

• Genetics. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome appears to run in some families, so some people may be born with a higher likelihood of developing the disorder.
• Infections. Some people develop Chronic Fatigue Syndrome symptoms after getting better from a viral or bacterial infection.
• Physical or emotional trauma. Some people report that they experienced an injury, surgery or significant emotional stress shortly before their symptoms began.
• Problems with energy usage. Some people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome have problems converting the body's fuel, primarily fats and sugars, into energy.

Our Occupational Therapists provide effective fatigue management techniques and education on how best to manage the symptoms of chronic fatigue. This can be done through providing energy conservation methods when completing everyday activities, such as washing, dressing, cooking and cleaning.

At Reddy Care Physical and Occupational Therapy, we can get you set up with the right therapist for you. Call today to schedule a consultation!

Great Neck: 475 Northern Blvd., Ste.11, Great Neck, NY 11021  Tel. (516) 829.0030

Farmingdale: 309 North West Dr., Farmingdale, NY 11735   Tel. (516) 420.2900

Woodbury: 150 Woodbury Rd., Woodbury, NY 11797   Tel. (516) 367.1111

Deer Park: 2024 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park, NY 11729   Tel. (631) 243.0247

North Shore Towers: 272-78 Grand Central Pkwy., Floral Park, NY 11005  Tel. (516) 344.0030

Bayside - Aquatic Therapy: 208-32 Cross Island Pkwy., Bayside, NY11360  Tel. (718) 224.8480

Oceanside: 2421 S Long Beach Rd., Oceanside, NY 11572  Tel. (516) 992.2282

New York City: 250 West 93rd Street, New York, NY 10025 Tel. (212) 580.0125

Bay Shore: 1470 Sunrise Highway Bay Shore NY, 11706 Tel:(631)-446.1480

Amityville: 565 Albany Ave Amityville NY, 11701 Tel:(631)-532.0906

 In-Home Physical & Occupational Therapy (Home Care): Tel: (516) 829.0030 

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Written by:

Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT

President

Reddy Care Physical Therapy

Reddy Care Occupational Therapy

Reddy Care Aquatic Therapy

Author

Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy is an outstanding specialty service providing exceptional care and state-of-the-art treatments for the residents of Farmingdale and Great Neck, New York. The combination of innovative exercise programs, manual therapy, and technology together with the expertise of every member of the team enables Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy to provide services that ensure superior clinical outcomes and consistently high patient satisfaction.