Energy Management Education in Persons with Long COVID-Related Fatigue: Insights from Focus Group Results on Occupational Therapy Approach.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Long COVID is a growing condition among individuals, with fatigue being one of the main symptoms experienced. Energy Management Education (EME) is a structured occupational therapy group intervention that aims to reduce the impact of fatigue in daily life.

Methods

This study utilized focus groups to explore the experiences of individuals with post-COVID-related fatigue who participated in the EME program. Six participants engaged in discussions about the program immediately after its completion and again two months later. Additionally, five occupational therapists shared their experiences.

Results

Former participants reported implementing strategies learned in the program to manage their condition effectively. They emphasized the importance of understanding

SUBMITTER: Weise A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10815414 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature