Chronic Fatigue & Chronic Pain

Chronic pain and fatigue are complex conditions that may involve dysfunction in several organ systems, including the brain. Mitochondrial impairment is often involved, with other factors from inflammation to toxin exposure also influencing outcomes. A comprehensive, interdisciplinary health approach can help address symptoms as well as underlying causes of dysfunction.
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84
%

of chronic fatigue cases go undiagnosed, with researchers estimating that up to 30 million people worldwide have a chronic fatigue syndrome.[1]

30
%

of the global population experiences some form of chronic pain. Environmental and cultural factors may account for disparities in self-reporting across populations.[2]

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Uncovering the Root Causes of Dysfunction
"Chronic pain and fatigue syndromes are often rooted in the dysregulation of cellular energy. Functional medicine tools like the matrix allow us to identify and track where those shortfalls in mitochondrial function arise." - Henri Roca, MD
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84
%

of chronic fatigue cases go undiagnosed, with researchers estimating that up to 30 million people worldwide have a chronic fatigue syndrome.[1]

30
%

of the global population experiences some form of chronic pain. Environmental and cultural factors may account for disparities in self-reporting across populations.[2]

See references

Chronic Fatigue & Chronic Pain Resources

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A Functional Medicine Approach to Migraine

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Root Causes & Treatment Strategies for Chronic Migraine

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Migraine, Mast Cells, & Low-Histamine Diet 

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When Pain Persists: Advances in Brain Imaging & Neurostimulation Therapies

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Opioid Alternatives for Chronic Pain

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Endometriosis: Root Causes & Lifestyle Interventions

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Dr. Henri Roca & a Whole Person Approach to Chronic Pain

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The Relationship Between Chronic Fatigue & Mitochondrial Health

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REFERENCES

  1. World ME Alliance. New Factsheet on ME: Available in Multiple Languages for World ME Day - World ME Alliance. World ME Alliance. Published April 25, 2023. Accessed September 9, 2024. https://worldmealliance.org/2023/04/new-factsheet-on-me-available-in-multiple-languages-for-world-me-day/ 

  2. Cohen SP, Vase L, Hooten WM. Chronic pain: an Update on burden, Best practices, and New Advances. The Lancet. 2021;397(10289):2082-2097. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(21)00393-7