Exploring the use of activity monitors with young people with CFS/ME
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Exploring the use of activity monitors with young people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME)
IRAS ID
161923
Contact name
Joan Simons
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Milton Keynes Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 3 months, 5 days
Research summary
The purpose of this study is to pilot assess the use of activity monitors within the pathway for treating young people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). The patients are currently treated using graded exercise therapy GET) which has shown to be effective and will not be the focus of this pilot. This pilot will investigate the compliance to a GET; development of positive carer support for young people following GET; and development of self-management strategies by young people with CFS/ME.
REC name
East of Scotland Research Ethics Service REC 2
REC reference
15/ES/0025
Date of REC Opinion
31 Mar 2015
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion