Free 5-Minute Screening for Brain Inflammation (Microglial Activation)
A free 5 minute online quiz called "Central Sensitization Inventory (CSI)" can screen for brain inflammation (called microglial activation) in those with chronic pain. Simply hit the “Begin” button on each of the first 2 pages you (can ignore the rest of what's on those 2 pages) and do the questionnaire. It will give the final score at the end. Easy as can be! To interpret it:
- Mild: 30 to 39
- Moderate: 40 to 49
- Severe: 50 to 59
- Extreme: 60 to 100
This is the same validated tool used by researchers. Much easier than a brain biopsy;-)
If high, Central Sensitization, which is caused by the brain inflammation (microglial activation) is present. This also contributes to the weight gain seen in CFS/fibromyalgia, as well as amplifying pain, fatigue, brain fog and sensitivities. Our next study, which we are currently designing, will be to reset this and other components causing weight gain—so people can finally lose the average 32 pounds of weight they gain from CFS/fibromyalgia. Stay tuned!
Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D. is one of the most frequently quoted post viral CFS, fibromyalgia, energy, sleep and pain medical authorities in the world. He is the author of 12 books including You Can Heal from Long Covid, the best-selling From Fatigued to Fantastic!, Pain Free 1-2-3, The Complete Guide to Beating Sugar Addiction, Real Cause Real Cure, The Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Solution, and the popular free Smart Phone app Cures A-Z. He is the lead author of eight research studies and three medical textbook chapters on effective treatment for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Dr. Teitelbaum appears often as a guest on news and talk shows nationwide, including past appearances on Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Oprah & Friends, CNN, and FoxNewsHealth.
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