Behavioral and Brain Functions Journal 2009
“Based upon our findings, we have formulated a theory of sustained arousal in CFS, which seems to correspond quite neatly to the theoretical considerations underlying the Lightning Process.” Dr Wyller.
Recent research by Dr Vegard Bruun Wyller MD PhD at the Division of Paediatrics, Rikshospitalet University Hospital, Oslo, Norway concludes that ME sufferers’ bodies are stuck in a permanent state of enhanced sympathetic nervous activity, with a concurrent sustained humoural stress response. Research carried out, gives some physiological pointers as to why the Lightning Process is achieving quick results.
Dr Wyller says: ‘Recent research on CFS pathophysiology has revealed alterations of cardiovascular regulation and thermoregulation, characterised by enhanced sympathetic nervous activity and increased secretion of epinephrine. These findings indicate a state of permanent distress response – sustained arousal – in CFS patients. Based upon our findings, we have formulated a theory of sustained arousal in CFS, which seems to correspond quite neatly to the theoretical considerations underlying the Lightning Process.’
Behavioral and Brain Functions 2009, 5:10doi:10.1186/1744-9081-5-10 Read the full paper here.