• Office Hours: My Essential EDS Advice

  • Sep 19 2024
  • Length: 59 mins
  • Podcast

Office Hours: My Essential EDS Advice

  • Summary

  • In this unique solo episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, answers listener-submitted questions about hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), POTS, and related conditions. From understanding the importance of a correct diagnosis to tips for managing symptoms, Dr. Bluestein offers valuable insights on living with chronic illness. Learn what to ask your doctor, how to pace yourself with hEDS and POTS, and discover Dr. Bluestein’s favorite hypermobility hacks. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing symptoms for years, this episode provides practical advice for navigating the complexities of hypermobility. Takeaways: Diagnosis Matters: A correct diagnosis can provide validation and guide more effective treatment strategies. Pacing with POTS: Learning to listen to your body and finding the right balance between activity and rest is crucial in managing POTS and EDS. Doctor-Patient Communication: Organize and report symptoms clearly to your doctor to improve diagnosis and treatment. Importance of Empathy: Finding a healthcare provider who shows empathy and is willing to learn about EDS can make all the difference. Hypermobile Hacks: Simple strategies, like journaling symptoms and gradual movement, can help manage hypermobility-related pain. Connect with YOUR Bendy Specialist, Dr. Linda Bluestein, MD at https://www.hypermobilitymd.com/. Thank YOU so much for tuning in. We hope you found this episode informative, inspiring, useful, validating, and enjoyable. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to level up your knowledge about hypermobility disorders and the people who have them. Join YOUR Bendy Bodies community at https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/. Learn more about Human Content at http://www.human-content.com Podcast Advertising/Business Inquiries: sales@human-content.com YOUR bendy body is our highest priority! Keep up to date with the HypermobilityMD: YouTube: youtube.com/@bendybodiespodcast Twitter: twitter.com/BluesteinLinda LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hypermobilitymd Facebook: facebook.com/BendyBodiesPodcast Blog: hypermobilitymd.com/blog Part of the Human Content Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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