From Wheelchair to Walking Her Dog Again
Watch Bianca's full recovery interview
"After experiencing a gradual decline in health starting in 2018, I reached a point where I could barely leave my bed."
Individual results vary. This is one person's experience and is not a guarantee of specific outcomes.
Key Takeaways From Bianca's Recovery
| Condition: | ME/CFS. Housebound severity level. |
| Severity: | Housebound. Significant impact on daily functioning and quality of life. |
| What worked: | CFS Recovery's recovery system, built on nervous system retraining based on neuroplasticity protocols. |
| Now: | Today, she is able to think about her future again, take care of her pets, volunteer, and dream about career opportunities. |
Bianca's Story: Living with ME/CFS
After experiencing a gradual decline in health starting in 2018, I reached a point where I could barely leave my bed. It began slowly, recurring illness, constant fatigue, and overwhelming muscle pain. Doctors initially diagnosed me with depression and anxiety since all my labs came back normal.
Even after leaving my stressful job and attempting numerous treatments, including restrictive diets, supplements, and alternative therapies, my symptoms only worsened.
The Science Behind ME/CFS Recovery
In ME/CFS, the nervous system can get stuck in a chronic stress response. Research suggests the issue may be functional rather than structural. Your nervous system may be stuck in protection mode, and even normal activities can feel overwhelming. This is what keeps symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and pain cycling.
Nervous system retraining uses neuroplasticity, your brain's ability to rewire itself, to help shift out of that stuck state. Instead of managing symptoms, it may address the underlying pattern.
Before vs. After: Bianca's Recovery
| Area | Before Recovery | After Recovery |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Life | Housebound with ME/CFS | Today, she is able to think about her future again, take car... |
| Energy | Severely limited | Significant improvement |
| Activity Level | Minimal to none | Active and engaged |
| Outlook | Struggling, uncertain | Hopeful, progressing |
Where Is Bianca Now?
Bianca has made remarkable progress through CFS Recovery's recovery system, built on nervous system retraining. Their story is part of our 100+ hours of filmed recovery case studies with other people sharing their experiences on camera, in their own words.
We've helped people as young as 9 and as old as 86. People who've been dealing with this for 1 month to 69 years. People from bedridden to semi-functional and everywhere in between. 2,000+ clients across 50+ countries in our community.
Bianca's Recovery Wins
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you recover from ME/CFS?
Yes. Bianca's story is part of over 100 hours of filmed recovery case studies from CFS Recovery's community. Through nervous system retraining and neuroplasticity protocols, people with ME/CFS have reported meaningful progress. CFS Recovery has helped people from bedridden to semi-functional and everywhere in between.
What is nervous system retraining?
Nervous system retraining uses neuroplasticity principles to help your brain and nervous system shift out of a stuck stress response. In ME/CFS, the nervous system often gets locked in a protective mode after a viral trigger or prolonged stress. Retraining aims to help it shift out of that protective mode. It's coaching-based, not medication-based.
How severe was Bianca's condition before recovery?
Bianca was dealing with ME/CFS at a housebound level, experiencing symptoms like migraines, severe muscle and back pain, hypersensitivity to sensory input. Read the full story above.
Where is Bianca now after CFS Recovery?
Bianca's recovery wins include: Today, I am able to think about my future again, take care of my pets, volunteer, and dream about career opportunities. Their story is one of many in CFS Recovery's community of 2,000+ clients across 50+ countries.
Your Recovery Story Could Be Next
Every person on our Recovery Stories page once felt exactly like you do now. Exhausted. Skeptical. Wondering if recovery was even possible. Bianca's story shows what's possible.