When it comes to chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS or ME/CFS), exercise is a contentious subject. That’s because of a symptom called post-exertional malaise; exertion makes symptoms worse. Still, some doctors, researchers, and official organizations recommend graded exercise therapy (GET) as a front-line treatment for the condition — sometimes ignoring all other treatment options other than possibly cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).When it comes to chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS or ME/CFS), exercise is a contentious subject. That’s because of a symptom called post-exertional malaise; exertion makes symptoms worse. Still, some doctors, researchers, and official organizations recommend graded exercise therapy (GET) as a front-line treatment for the condition — sometimes ignoring all other treatment options other than possibly cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
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