Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is a condition that is often misunderstood and dismissed as just simple accumulated fatigue. While the condition is characterized by extreme fatigue, in this case, there is little to no improvement with rest. The CDC classifies CFS into either mild, moderate, or severe depending on the level of limitation to daily activities and the subsequent implications on the quality of life. Common symptoms include;

 Generalized muscle and joint pains

 Poor concentration

 Extreme and persistent fatigue

 Headaches

 Sleep problems

 A general feeling of discomfort

People living with CFS are often overwhelmed because of its disruptive nature to daily life. It can lead to ostracization and isolation in society due to an absence of visible symptoms and understanding from others.

The obscurity surrounding CFS has resulted in the rise of several misconceptions about the condition that can hinder proper understanding and intervention:

• Myth: CFS primarily affects white, middle-aged, affluent women.

• Fact: CFS affects people of all ages and across all socioeconomic groups. The association with white, middle-aged women was because data was collected from specialists, and that population was the only one with the privilege of health insurance.

• Myth: CFS is a psychiatric disorder.

• Fact: There has been evidence of physiological abnormalities in the immune system, endocrine system, and nervous system function in CFS. Consistent findings of reduced natural killer cell (NK cell) function indicate infection rather than psychiatric disorders.

• Myth: CFS is caused by stress.

• Fact: There are over 60 documented cases of CFS outbreaks. Outbreaks are associated with conditions that originate from pathogens rather than targeted illnesses.

• Myth: Children do not get CFS.

• Fact: In 1985, an outbreak of CFS in Lyndonville, NY, affected hundreds of children. Children of any age can contract CFS.

Massage therapy can have several benefits for patients with CFS. Working with a professional and licensed therapist promotes safety and allows the application of evidence-based techniques curated to your specific condition.

• Easing Muscle and Joint Pain: Massage allows for muscle relaxation and eases tension in the joints, hence causing pain relief.

• Enhancing Sleep Patterns: Massage brings about muscular and mental relaxation, which helps improve sleep quality, leaving patients feeling better rested.

• Improving Circulation: Through muscle relaxation and improved breathing, it improves blood flow, helps reduce fatigue, and increases energy.

• Boosting Mental Clarity: Massage therapy lowers stress hormones, which allows for better thought collection, enhancing memory and consistency with trains of thought.

Hello there!! My name is Indila Thompson, and I am a Vancouver, British Columbia-based registered massage therapist. My registration is under the Registered Massage Therapists' Association of British Columbia (RMTBC), which can be confirmed through the organization’s website. I have been providing professional, individualized therapy for nearly a decade now, and I specialize in chronic conditions such as chronic diseases like CFS and other forms of muscular diseases.

I hold a diploma in Massage Therapy from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. My journey into massage therapy was inspired by a passion for wholesome health, which drove me to the noble path of helping others attain well-being in conditions that often lack therapeutic interventions or where a multidisciplinary approach is mandated.

I had second-hand experience of the profound anguish that comes with chronic conditions through a loved one. I was inspired to find a career path that would help me alleviate people's pain and make a meaningful difference by positively improving their lives. My experience in therapy has strengthened my belief that when rightfully supported, the body has an innate ability to heal itself.

While there is an array of custom techniques, I offer customized services to fit your personalized needs. The primary objectives are reducing pain, improving sleep patterns, better mind and body control, and overall enhanced well-being. You will find me compassionate, result and client-oriented to ensure your needs are met, and that your body receives the right support to heal.

Ready to Start Your Journey to life without CFS?

Take the step to book an appointment now and I will help you seize back your life from the grasp of chronic fatigue syndrome with expert personalized massage therapy. Contact me at [+1 978 *** ****] or email [theancientorg@gmail.com], or you can visit my online booking page to schedule your session.

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