Sure, it’s good to be flexible in life, but all things have their limits! If you’ve ever lived with a connective tissue disorder, you know all too well how often joint conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) can go unrecognized by doctors and result in life-altering symptoms from pain and fatigue to gastrointestinal issues and insomnia. Whether you’re living with a hypermobility condition, treating one, or know someone living with their own – the greatest secret weapon you can use to ma ...
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Join Dr. Joseph Schneider, renowned chiropractor, functional neurologist, functional medicine doctor, regenerative health doctor, and bestselling author of The Eight Domains of Nervous System Optimization, as he explores the world of neurological health, with a special focus on POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and brain recovery. Drawing from his 35 years of clinical experience and his own profound journey of healing after surviving a stroke, Dr. Schneider brings hope and cut ...
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Dan Neuffer author of CFS Unravelled and creator of the ANS REWIRE recovery program shares his knowledge on healing and recovery from ME, CFS, Fibromyalgia, POTS & MCS. Episodes include discussions as well as interviews with recovered patients and expert practitioners. **MEDICAL DISCLAIMER**: Dan Neuffer, CFS Unravelled or ANS REWIRE do not provide medical advice, and the information available in this video does not offer a diagnosis or medical advice of any kind. The content are opinions an ...
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Discomfort Zone is a podcast about living with chronic illness and disability. Through interviews, conversations, and stories, each episode uncovers what it means to be chronically ill and disabled. Jason helps listeners understand that the best way to cope with the discomfort of illness is to turn towards it and laugh at it. Jason is an engineering graduate who reinvented himself as a podcaster and chronic illness/disability advocate after developing fibromyalgia, myalgic encephalomyelitis ...
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Beyond the diagnosis and symptoms, there's a path to feeling better. Dive into the world of brain-body connection and learn how to optimize your health.
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This podcast aims to raise awareness of long covid, provide a platform of support, education and the lived experience.My name is Julie, I am a registered nurse in the UK. I became unwell with Covid in May 2020 while working on the front line, during the first wave of the pandemic. Subsequently I live with long covid and POTS ( postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome). I would like to share my journey and lived experience, the symptoms and how each impacts daily life. I aim to not only cons ...
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Welcome to the dys-FUNCTIONAL podcast, where we discuss ways to function with Dysautonomia! Dysautonomia is an umbrella term for a bunch of different conditions that all cause your automatic body functions such as breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, digestion and so on to not work correctly. Here, we bring doctors, practitioners, caregivers, autonomic experts, and Dysautonomia warriors to the mic to discuss tips, strategies, the latest research, treatments, real-life stories and answers t ...
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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome- Unraveling this Condition
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32:46In this episode I do a deep dive on POTS: What is POTS? Learn about Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, how it impacts the nervous system, and why it's on the rise—especially post-COVID. Symptoms & Diagnosis: Discover the key criteria for diagnosing POTS, how it differs from other forms of dysautonomia, and common symptoms like dizziness, fa…
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Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Band-Aid Diagnosis or Root Cause Issue?
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15:10Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Band-Aid Diagnosis or Root Cause Issue? Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) – Dr. Zimmerman breaks down the diagnostic criteria for CFS, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis, including persistent fatigue, post-exertional malaise, and unrefreshing sleep. Overlapping Symptoms & Misdiagnosis Risks – Many conditi…
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The Mitochondria Secret to Healing the Body From POTS
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15:35Dive deep into the world of neuroplasticity and cellular healing with Dr. Joseph Schneider as he unveils groundbreaking approaches to treating POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and dysautonomia. Discover why traditional POTS treatments often fall short and how understanding the entire autonomic nervous system is crucial for effective…
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Reversing Brain Fog & Inflammation with Dr. Ilene Ruhoy (Ep 132)
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1:25:35In this episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein welcomes Dr. Ilene Ruhoy, a board-certified neurologist and environmental toxicologist, for an in-depth discussion on brain fog, cognitive dysfunction, and chronic fatigue in conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and dysautonomia. Dr. Ruho…
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Uncovering the Enigma of POTS: A Neurological Odyssey
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13:06The inaugural episode of Dr. Joseph Schneider's "My POTS Podcast" explores the complex neurological conditions impacting countless patients. Dr. Schneider and his co-host Joseph Quirk unravel the devastating effects of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), from brain inflammation to autonomic dysfunction. They discover the hidden trigge…
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Key Insights on Alzheimer's Disease: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Lifestyle Factors
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1:14:57Today, I’m joined by Dr. Ken Sharlin, a board-certified neurologist, to discuss the truth about Alzheimer's disease—what causes it, why early detection is critical, and how functional medicine is changing the game. We dive into: ✅ The real difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia ✅ Why conventional neurology often fails patients ✅ The latest dia…
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Testosterone is Essential for Women with Dr. Kelly Casperson (Ep 131)
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56:09In this episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein chats with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a urologist and sexual health expert, about hormones, libido, and sexual wellness—especially for those with hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), and related conditions. They dive into testosterone in women, hormone myths, bladder health, vaginal…
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E26: Snippet - Goal Setting When Chronically Ill: Get Real or Get Going?
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25:31How can you set realistic and motivating goals when dealing with chronic illnesses such as ME CFS, fibromyalgia, POTS, MCS, post-viral fatigue syndrome, and long COVID? I explain why it’s so important to re-engage with making goals and how to deal with the difficulties around goal setting whilst chronically ill. We explores the challenges and multi…
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Hidden Causes of Painful Sex with Dr. Irwin Goldstein & Sue Goldstein (Ep 130)
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1:25:20In this episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein speaks with sexual health experts Dr. Irwin Goldstein & Sue Goldstein. This amazing husband and wife team share insights on common issues such as vestibulodynia, libido challenges, and treatment options ranging from physical therapy to hormone therapy. They explore the often-overlooke…
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Fish Oils and their role in concussion recovery: Part 2
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40:16This is part 2 of a two part series on fish oils and their role in concussion recovery. I'm joined by Dr. Michael Lewis who is an expert in the field of concussions and fish oils. In this episode we discuss we discuss more in depth about what you should know about fish oils.By Spencer Zimmerman
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Mast Cells: A Hidden Trigger with Dr. Jill Carnahan (Ep 129)
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55:19In this episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein chats with functional medicine expert Dr. Jill Carnahan about tackling complex conditions like Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), and POTS. A Breast Cancer and Crohn's disease survivor, Dr. Carnahan shares her unique approach to identifying root causes…
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E25: Snippet - 7 Strategies to Stay Persistent and Achieve Your Goals with Chronic Illness
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13:27This video discusses seven essential strategies to help you with chronic illnesses like ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, PVFS (Long-Covid), POTS, MCS or related illness stay persistent in your recovery efforts and improve your overall quality of life. Dan Neuffer, author of 'CFS Unravelled' and creator of the ANS REWIRE recovery program, shares practical tips…
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Meet Your Host Spencer Zimmerman (aka Dr. Z)
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54:08In this episode we introduce you to your host, Spencer Zimmerman. He's known by his patients as Dr. Z. His wife interviews him to help you learn more about who he is, what drives him, and some odds and ends.By Spencer Zimmerman
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IV Fluids, Surgery, and Supplements | Office Hours (Ep 128)
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37:15In this solo episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein tackles your most pressing questions about preparing for surgery with conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), POTS, and MCAS. Dr. Bluestein explains how the recent IV fluid shortage may affect you, which supplements to stop before surgery, and why hydration is key for succe…
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Fish Oils and Their Role In Concussion Recovery: Part 1
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33:28This is part 1 of a two part series on fish oils and their role in concussion recovery. I'm joined by Dr. Michael Lewis who is an expert in the field of concussions and fish oils. In this episode we discuss what you should know about concussions and tackle many of the myths individuals fall for. We briefly talk about fish oils in this episode as we…
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Pelvic Floor Secrets for Hypermobility with Dr. Emily Bohan (Ep 127)
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1:08:25In this episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein speaks with her personal physical therapist, Dr. Emily Bohan, about the often-overlooked role of pelvic floor health in people with hypermobility, EDS, and related conditions. Emily explains why pelvic floor dysfunction can cause issues like low back pain, hip instability, urinary inc…
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Millions of concussions happen each and every year. Unfortunately many never get diagnosed. Even those that do are often diagnosed only based off symptoms, which isn't the best way to do it. We will cover what you should be looking for in a concussion evaluation, reviewing myths, and understanding what happens in the brain with a concussion.…
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Navigating College with EDS: A Firsthand Experience with Lauren Vasko (EP 126)
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1:10:05In this deeply meaningful episode of the Bendy Bodies Podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein reconnects with her very first EDS patient, Lauren Vasko. Lauren shares her remarkable story of resilience, from navigating life in a wheelchair, managing Cranial-Cervical Instability (CCI), and battling POTS, to regaining her independence and teaching art in Kenya. …
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Are you struggling with dizziness and not sure what to do? This is the episode for you. We dive into the complexities and dizziness in a way that you've never heard it before. There are many different factors that contribute to dizziness and we walk through many of them.By Spencer Zimmerman
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Strategies for POTS Relief with Dr. Satish Raj (Ep 125)
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1:23:37In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein speaks with leading autonomic specialist Dr. Satish Raj about POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), dysautonomia, and orthostatic intolerance. Dr. Raj delves into the complexity of these conditions, including their diverse causes, challenges in diagnosis, and innovative tr…
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My Wife's Journey - Missed Concussion Diagnosis
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27:30In this episode I talk with my wife, who suffered with the effects of a concussion for over 15 years. Have you ever suffered a concussion in the past and brushed it off? Yet, you never quite felt right after that. The symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, brain fog, dizziness, and concentration linger long that enough that you just live with it. Bec…
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The Truth About Food Allergy Testing | Office Hours (Ep 124)
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54:03In this informative solo episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, dives into pressing topics impacting the hypermobility community. Learn about the new anesthesia time limit policy from Anthem Blue Cross (that was then reversed), how to manage Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), understand food allergy testi…
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How EDS Affects the Ears, Nose, and Throat with Dr. Das (Ep 123)
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1:17:39In this enlightening episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein speaks with otolaryngologist Dr. Shu Das about the unique ENT challenges faced by people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Dr. Das shares his expertise on common issues like tonsil stones, chronic sore throats, and sinus infections, while diving deep into how EDS impacts…
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The Next Generation of EDS Experts with Jeevan Mann and Delaney Kenney (Ep 122)
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1:10:33In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein speaks with two brilliant young researchers, Jeevan Mann and Delaney Kenney, about their groundbreaking work in Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS). Jeevan shares insights into using 3D skin models for understanding hypermobile EDS, while Delaney discusses her biorepository project and the …
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Episode 2 with Robin McNelis; Clinical specialist cardiorespiratory physiotherapist, the principles of pacing and understanding energy use, PEM/PESE and the lactate threshold
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42:22Send us a text In this episode of the podcast, Robin McNelis joins me again for part 2 of a series where we aim to cover a variety of topics which will support pacing/micropacing and much more. In this episode we discuss the exertion types and what uses energy, we recap on what pacing is and why it is important when you live with a chronic conditio…
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MCAS Perspectives - Personal and Professional | Office Hours (Ep 121)
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49:20In this candid solo episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, I share my insights into Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and its intricate connection to hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Reflecting on my personal and professional perspective and cases from my practice, I discuss how MCAS m…
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Finding the Right PT for You with Wendy Wagner (Ep 120)
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1:21:46In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, welcomes Chicago-based physical therapist Wendy Wagner to discuss the unique challenges of physical therapy for hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Wendy, who personally manages EDS, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), and mast cell act…
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Returning guests; Patrick Ussher and Peter Deen; The myth of primary polydipsia, challenging medical gaslighting with science
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41:32Send us a text In this episode I have returning guests; Patrick Ussher a person living with ME/CFS for the last 6 years, he has a Youtube channel "Understanding ME/CFS" in which he talks about research into ME/CFS and Long Covid in an accessible way. He has written a medical hypothesis on the potential cause of excessive thirst following being misd…
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Food, Fiber, and Flexibility with Lorna Ryan (Ep 119)
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1:13:38In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, explores the impact of nutrition on joint hypermobility with Lorna Ryan, chair of the Diet and Nutrition Working Group for the Ehlers Danlos Society. Lorna shares essential advice on how to nourish the body for better pain management, improved gut health, and mo…
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Biomarkers - Are we Close? with Dr. Clair Francomano (Ep 118)
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1:14:23In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, has an in-depth conversation with Dr. Clair Francomano, a leading expert on connective tissue disorders and Chair of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board for the Ehlers-Danlos Society. Dr. Francomano shares her insights on diagnosing hypermobile Ehlers-Danl…
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Patrick Ussher and Peter Deen; Streasure4Health and metabolic stress
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40:26Send us a text In this episode of the podcast I have guests Patrick Ussher a person living with ME/CFS for the last 6 years, he has a Youtube channel "Understanding ME/CFS" in which he talks about research into ME/CFS and Long Covid in an accessible way. He has written a medical hypothesis on the potential cause of excessive thirst following being …
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In this personal solo episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, opens up about her journey from aspiring ballet dancer to renowned hypermobility expert. Dr. Bluestein shares her struggles with joint pain, dislocations, and chronic illness, which led to her diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Along with h…
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