Chronic Fatigue
For CFS to occur, the system has to be significantly compromised. This systemic breakdown may be the result of overwork, prolonged stress (years to decades), or constitutional weakness. In my clinic us tongue and pulse diagnosis to arrive at a unique diagnosis for my patient. And while no two patients present in exactly the same way, there are some common TCM diagnoses that are relevant for CFS patients including:
- Kidney Yang Deficiency
- Kidney Yin Deficiency
- Kidney Essence Deficiency
- Liver Qi Stagnation
- Liver Qi Deficiency
- Liver Blood Deficiency
- Spleen Qi Deficiency
- Spleen Yin Deficiency
- General Qi & Blood Deficiency
- Zhenq Qi Deficiency
- Blood Heat
The keys to addressing this significant dysfunction include:
- Acupuncture
- Herbs
- Rest
- Stress Reduction
- Limiting physically or emotionally draining activities
- Time
If you have been diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or suffer with fatigue, contact us to set up a free 15-minute consultation.