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What recovery pattern data can show about Post-Exertional Malaise

This research note was prepared in response to requests from members of Welltory’s community of users with energy-limiting conditions. Following internal presentation of these findings, community members requested a shareable version that they could reference in their own conversations with healthcare providers, family, and other patient communities. We are publishing this as a contribution to open knowledge about post-exertional malaise and related conditions.

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