Creatine Monohydrate as an Effective Supplement for Muscular Fatigue in an Ehlers-Danlos Patient.
Study Goal
The researchers aimed to determine if creatine monohydrate supplementation could alleviate muscular fatigue and improve physical capabilities in a patient with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS).
Results Summary
The patient reported significant improvements in muscular fatigue symptoms after creatine supplementation, enabling better engagement in daily activities and exercises. The case suggests creatine may be a beneficial addition to EDS treatment.
Population
A 39-year-old female with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome experiencing chronic pain and fatigue.
Effective Dosage
Not specified
Duration
Not specified
Interactions
None mentioned
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
creatine monohydrate supplementation | decrease | muscular fatigue symptoms | 39-year-old female with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome | - | significant benefits | #1 |
creatine monohydrate supplementation | increase | daily activities and exercises | 39-year-old female with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome | - | allowing them to engage more effectively | #2 |
creatine monohydrate | increase | muscular strength and endurance | athletes | - | studied benefits | #3 |
Patients with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) frequently report symptoms such as chronic pain and muscular fatigue that can heavily impact their quality of life. The treatment for many of the physical symptoms of EDS is focused on supportive care, which may include physical therapy and exercise programs. However, many patients will experience difficulty in deriving benefits from these activities due to significant pain and fatigue from physical activity. We report a case of a 39-year-old female with a history of EDS whose physical capabilities were severely impacted by their chronic pain and fatigue symptoms. After little progress was made with their current treatment plan of analgesics, manual therapy, exercise, and physical therapy, the patient was supplemented with creatine monohydrate due to its studied benefits in muscular strength and endurance for athletes. Following supplementation, the patient reported significant benefits in their muscular fatigue symptoms, allowing them to engage in daily activities and exercises more effectively. This case demonstrates a potential addition to the treatment of EDS that can improve a patient's quality of life.