Systematic review shows cognitive behavioural therapy and physical activity reduce fatigue in long term conditions, indicating their effectiveness in management.
Key Points
Non-pharmacological interventions can effectively reduce fatigue in adults with long-term medical conditions.
Cognitive behavioural therapy showed a substantial reduction in fatigue at both end of treatment and long-term follow-up.
Physical activity promotion significantly decreased fatigue across various time points and conditions.
Evidence strength for non-pharmacological methods is moderate to low, with limited studies outside multiple sclerosis.