Have you been suffering from fatigue for several months without reason? Have you endured continuing joint pain that seems unrelated to overuse, injury or illness? Maybe you’ve also had trouble sleeping and suffer from moodiness. While these symptoms are linked to a number of different health problems, you may be a candidate for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).
It’s a health condition that’s attracting more and more attention from the medical field and public alike. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), somewhere between 1 and 4 million North Americans currently suffer from the symptoms of chronic fatigue. Although CFS seems to be on the rise what classifies chronic fatigue as a syndrome still remains a mystery.
What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
A syndrome is defined as “a group of symptoms that collectively indicate or characterize a disease, psychological disorder or other abnormal condition.
The Winchester Institute reminds patients that CFS can also mimic other common health problems, including thyroid conditions, cancer, viral infections, anemia and depression. So, if you suspect that you’re suffering from CFS, be sure to check with your chiropractor, or other healthcare professional.
Can Chiropractic Help with CFS?
There are many documented treatments that can help minimize or eliminate some of the symptoms of CFS. And chiropractic is one of the recommended options for fatigue related conditions. Adjustments restore proper alignment. This conserves your energy and reduces the load on your joints.
Chiropractic adjustments can also increase immune system function, and this may help normalize a compromised immune system associated with CFS. Ask Drs. Winchester and Haggerty for advice if you suspect you suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome.
Presented by: The Winchester Institute of Chiropractic Health and Wellness
Dr. Dana Winchester and Dr. Johnathan Haggerty