CBT, Graded Exercise Therapy Help Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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"Until now, we have known that only CBT and GET work for some people. We didn’t know if pacing worked," Dr. Hamilton said. "This caused a real dilemma – especially for those in primary care. We didn’t know whether to recommend pacing or to refer for CBT or GET. This study should solve that."
His words were echoed by Dr. Derick Wade, a consultant in neurological rehabilitation and clinical director at the Oxford Center for Enablement. "The trial design in this study was very good, and it means that the conclusions drawn can be drawn with confidence," Dr. Wade said.
While the study’s findings confirm the safety and effectiveness of CBT and GET, Dr. Wade noted, the findings on the use of APT show that "one commonly used intervention is not effective and therefore should not be used."
