What is Bed rest?
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Bed rest is a intervention that involves a period of recumbence in bed. Bedrest may be needed for a variety of reasons including recovery from a medical illness or surgery; in late stages of pregnacy; to provide respite in the presence of fatigue, pain or other distressing symptoms.
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How do members experience Bed rest?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fibromyalgia | 15 | 2 | |
| Muscle spasms | 11 | 4 | |
| Unrefreshing or poor sleep | 10 | 2 | |
| Fatigue | 3 | 0 | |
| Back pain | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Weight gain | 2 | |
| Atrophy of muscles | 1 | |
| Fatigue | 1 | |
| Muscle stiffness | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 3 |
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