Biofeedback and Hydrogen Water as Treatments for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome focused on measuring Heart Rhythm Biofeedback; Hydrogen Water
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Diagnosis of chronic fatigue, chronic fatigue syndrome, or something similar. ages 18-65. - BMI>30.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Other major medical condition or regular medication that produces fatigue. No home computer or internet access. No smart phone.
Sites / Locations
- Fred FriedbergRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Arm 3
Active Comparator
Active Comparator
Active Comparator
Heart Rhythm Biofeedback
Hydrogen Water
Combined treatment: Heart rhythm biofeedback plus hydrogen water
Heart rhythm biofeedback is a non-invasive physiological treatment that is administered via an app downloaded to personal smart phones. It involves participants attaching a wireless sensor to the ear that monitors heart rate that is displayed on the phone screen app. The participant is actively involved in modifying the heart biofeedback to achieve optimal levels of heart rate variability, an established indicator of health and well-being and a potential factor in chronic fatigue syndrome. The treatment lasts 8 weeks.
Hydrogen pills are mixed in a water glass that is ingested up to 3 times a day for 8 weeks. The hydrogen supplement is intended to reduce oxidative stress and inflammation both of which are implicated in the pathophysiology of chronic fatigue syndrome. This is an 8 week treatment.
This condition combines heart rhythm biofeedback and hydrogen water, as described above, which is intended to assess any additive or synergistic effects of the two treatments. This is an 8 week treatment.