Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), also known as ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis), Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome (PVFS), and Post Viral Syndrome (PVS), appears to be on the increase and still poses a problem to many physicians. Some people believe ME is due to a chronic infection from Epstein-Barr virus, but the triggers that spark off the disease are varied. In many cases it follows a viral infection, but vaccination or other hormonal and genetic influences may play a part.
Its wide range of symptoms makes ME difficult to diagnose except by the elimination
Rolfing is named after its founder, Dr. Ida Rolf (1896-1979), an American biochemist whose therapy was intended to integrate manipulative forms of treatment with bioenergetics (the study of energy in living systems). Rolf recognized that when we are well aligned, gravity can flow through us, allowing us to move easily. A poorly aligned body is pulled down by gravity and must struggle to keep its balance, trying to compensate for misalignment in one area by making changes in another, until the entire structure is weakened. The aim of the rolfer is to
The yoga postures (asana), breathing (pranayama), and meditation (dhyana) create increased body awareness, release of muscular tension and increased coordination between mind-and body. It helps in better management of stress and ensures an overall feeling of well being. Depression, stress and mental fatigue are quite often our response to our present conflict between material pressures and spiritual aspirations.
Sudden or constant stress can induce mental, physical and emotional disorders. Research has shown that around 12 million adults see doctors
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