Are You In Phase I, II, III or IV? (Long Covid and ME/CFS Quiz)

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We have to take it super slow so we don't cause crashes (also known as PEM...post exertional malaise). When we do push ourselves, it can cause those crashes and make our total recovery time take longer. At the same time, we want to keep our body strong and vital. It can be very confusing to figure out how much to do (or not do)! This quiz will give you a baseline for which activities will work for you.

Figuring out which Phase of Recovery you're in will help you to determine which Yoga Play with Lorrie classes are best for you and the best level of activity to stay within for the time being.

***Remember that wherever you are is perfect! Don't be discouraged if you are in Phase I or II...this thing IS doable! Whichever Phase of Recovery you're in!

Email *

What's your name? *

How many days a week are you able to leave the house? *

None - 10 points

1-2x/week - 7 points

3-4x/week - 5 points

5+ days/week - 2 points

How long are you able to do basic household chores nonstop without causing a "crash?" *

None - 14 points

10 minutes - 7 points

30 minutes - 4 points

An hour or longer but do get tired - 2 points

An hour or longer with no fatigue - 0 points

How long are you able to walk without causing a crash? *

None - 12 points

5-10 minutes - 8 points

10-20 minutes - 7 points

20-30 minutes - 5 points

30-45 minutes - 3 points

45 minutes or more - 2 points

Are you bed bound? *

Yes - 10 points

Some days - 5 points

No - 2 points

How often do you experience crashes (that keep you bed bound/housebound)? Estimate how many days/mo...doesn't have to be exact. *

11+ days/mo - 10 points

6-10 days/mo - 7 points

3-5 days/mo - 5 points

1-2 days/mo - 2 points

Never - 0 points

How many hours a day are you able to be active (household chores, zoom meetings, work, etc) on a "good day" or typical day without causing a crash? *

None - 10 points

2-3 hours a day - 8 points

3-4 hours a day - 6 points

4-5 hours a day - 4 points

6-7 hours a day - 2 points

8 hours a day - 0 points

Are you able to work? *

No - 7 points

A few hours a week with a lot of difficulty - 6 points

Part time with difficulty - 5 points

Part time with some symptoms - 4 points

Full time but with difficulty - 3 points

Full time with mild symptoms - 2 points

Full time no symptoms - 0 points

Are you able to take care of yourself or do you need full time care? *

Unable to do basic self care tasks like shower, cook, etc - 9 points

Able to do basic self care tasks like shower, cook for myself, etc, but have to rest a lot while doing them. - 7 points

Able to do basic self care tasks like shower, cook for myself, etc but it's still difficult. - 4 points

No problem showering, cooking, etc. - 0 points

Now add together the points from all of your answers and write down the total in a place you can see it... *

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