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The Podcast by and for Long Covid sufferers. Long Covid is estimated to affect at around 1 in 5 people infected with Covid-19. Some of these people recover within a few months, but there are many who have been suffering for well over a year.​There is curr

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    176 - When Your Body Becomes a Stranger: One Man's Path Back to Health

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 47:58 Transcription Available


    Karl Robottom shares his remarkable journey from Long Covid symptoms to running marathons, offering hope and practical insights for those still struggling with the condition.• Former PE teacher whose active lifestyle was completely derailed by Long Covid despite having only mild initial Covid symptoms• Experienced breathlessness, severe fatigue, significant weight gain, dysautonomia, and cognitive difficulties that placed him in the bottom 7% nationally on tests• Endured 18 months of inconclusive medical testing before being referred to a Long Covid clinic• Found relief through cold water immersion, beginning with morning swims in a natural seawater pool in Devon• Developed a comprehensive recovery protocol including breathing techniques, yoga nidra, electrolytes, and fasting• Breakthrough came through participating in a clinical trial using Simproof, which he later supplemented with homemade kefir• Gradually returned to exercise through careful listening to his body, eventually completing his first marathon• Now training for a 45-mile challenge around Bristol, marking the complete circle of his recoveryIf you've found hope or inspiration from Karl's story, please consider sharing this episode with someone who might be struggling with Long COVID. Your support helps us reach more people who need to hear these recovery stories.More info & support Karl on the Green Man Ultra Marathon Bristol - 45 miles - week beginning 26/5/25:https://www.justgiving.com/page/k-robottom-1717842870657?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CLMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    175 - Jackie dives into Cold Water Immersion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 34:58 Transcription Available


    Cold water immersion - friend or foe?One of the things that helped Jackie the most in her recovery - cold water immersion - and one of the most commonly asked questions from listeners.But it doesn't work well for everyone. In this episode, Jackie dives into the science behind the power of cold water, as well as discussing her own expertise and her own journey - why did it work for her? And how could you make it work for you?As always - this isn't medical advice - always speak to a trusted medical professional before considering cold water, or indeed any new treatment.Links:Join breathing courses: www.LongCovidBreathing.comWork with me options: https://www.longcovidpodcast.com/workwithmeMy Insight Timer profile (free): www.Insightttimer.com/longcovidpod Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    174 - Uroš Čimžar - From Crisis to Rebirth: One Man's Journey Through Long Covid

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 55:13 Transcription Available


    Uroš shares his inspiring recovery journey from long COVID, revealing how addressing hidden emotional patterns and learning self-compassion transformed not only his health but his entire approach to life.• Prior to illness, Uroš appeared to be living his best life following a 15-month sabbatical, with a fitness routine and new career mentoring entrepreneurs• After contracting COVID for the second time, Uros experienced severe post-exertional malaise, brain fog, and eventually became bed-bound• Finding online recovery stories provided the first ray of hope during a period of despair and medical uncertainty• Breathing techniques helped regulate his nervous system, with yoga nidra becoming a daily practice that brought surprising mental peace• Discovery of his unhealthy relationship with emotions became a turning point – Uroš had been "putting poisonous snakes in a bag" for decades• Self-compassion meditation triggered unexpected emotional release, allowing him to process suppressed feelings• Identifying limiting core beliefs about always needing to "give everything" transformed his relationship with himself and his family• Recovery progressed from bed-bound to house-bound to gradually increasing physical activity over approximately 6 months• Rather than returning to his previous life, Uros is now focused on creating "Uroš 2.0" – integrating recovery lessons into building a more authentic life centered on passion• The recovery journey revealed five phases: calming the nervous system, removing stressors, gradual reexposure to life, leaving the sick mindset behind, and integrating the lessons learnedLinks:Long Covid Breathing Courses: www.LongCovidBreathing.comDr Becca Kennedy: https://resilience-healthcare.com/Dr Becca Kennedy on the Long Covid Podcast: Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    173 - Diana Driscoll - Healing PoTS and Dysautonomia: From Patient to Pioneer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 49:22 Transcription Available


    Dr. Diana Driscoll shares her remarkable journey from bedridden POTS patient to pioneering medical researcher developing treatments for autonomic dysfunction. Motivated by her own ten-year battle with post-viral dysautonomia and her children's similar struggles, she created patented solutions when conventional medicine offered no answers.• POTS is not a disease but a presentation of symptoms related to inflammation affecting the cardiovascular system• Dr. Driscoll's "Driscoll Theory" identifies high intracranial pressure as a common factor in POTS and dysautonomia• Her research uncovered neurotransmitter deficiencies, particularly acetylcholine, leading to the development of Parasym Plus• Inflammation creates oxidative damage, worsening symptoms and creating a vicious cycle that must be broken• Many POTS patients show signs of blood vessel leakage and blood-brain barrier disruption• Female patients often face additional challenges due to hormonal fluctuations increasing inflammatory responses• Recovery requires consistency and understanding your personal inflammatory triggers• Patients can maintain recovery by being proactive about their health and recognizing early warning signs• Genetic factors influence inflammatory responses and understanding these can prevent relapseParasym Plus Infowww.drdianadriscoll.comwww.potscare.comwww.vagusnervesupport.comMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    172 - Jo Thomas - Overcoming the Curse of "Recovery Perfection"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 50:06 Transcription Available


    Recovery doesn't have to be perfect to be effective, and sometimes the very quest for perfect recovery can keep us stuck in our healing journey. Jo Thomas shares her personal experience with overcoming POTS and chronic fatigue, highlighting how shifting mindsets and letting go of perfectionism accelerated her healing process.• Jo's recovery journey came in layers—medical management first, followed by lifestyle changes and nervous system regulation• Perfectionism, people-pleasing, and overachieving often contribute to chronic fatigue and can hinder recovery• Focus on responding appropriately to your body rather than pushing for linear progress• Your responsibility is to take appropriate recovery actions, not to control how your body responds• What feels like a setback might actually be a normal bodily response to increased activity• Recovery often means living life differently than before—usually in better alignment with your values• Becoming overly focused on achieving "full recovery" can create pressure that impedes progress• Our bodies communicate through symptoms—learning to interpret them rather than fear them is key• Many people discover that post-recovery life is actually better than pre-illness life• "Keeping yourself in wellness" becomes a lifelong practice rather than reaching a finish lineLinks:Jo's website: https://jothomascoaching.com/Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    171 - Light Switch Recovery: Aaron's Story of When Reinfection Leads to Healing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 50:53 Transcription Available


    Aaron West shares his remarkable two-and-a-half-year journey with Long COVID and his unexpected path to recovery. From being a highly athletic cyclist who once rode across South Carolina in a single day to becoming bedbound with debilitating symptoms, his story demonstrates that recovery is possible—sometimes in the most unexpected ways.• Previously an avid athlete who competed in triathlons and rode 237 miles across South Carolina in one day• Contracted COVID in Fall 2021 during the Delta wave• Developed severe symptoms including persistent cough (500-1,000 times daily), neurological issues, and "electromagnetic pulse" sensations• Forced to go on disability due to inability to work while coughing• Found some relief through antihistamines (Zyrtec, Pepcid) and beta blockers• Practiced pacing using "spoon theory" and heart rate monitoring to manage symptoms• Experienced a "light switch" recovery after contracting Omicron variant in January 2024• Post-recovery, rediscovered creative abilities and is now writing a book and running a business• Emphasizes the importance of community support during illness and recovery• Doctor described him as someone who came back after being "far gone"For those still suffering with Long COVID—there is hope. While everyone's recovery journey is different, healing is possible, and sometimes it comes in unexpected ways.Links:Aaron's website: https://www.cinejourneys.comFollow Aaron on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/awest505.bsky.socialMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    170 - Amy Mooney - "Flipping the Iceberg" - What if everything you thought about recovery is underwater?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 51:05 Transcription Available


    Amy Mooney shares her unique perspective as both an occupational therapist and caregiver to her daughter with ME-CFS, revealing essential insights about rest, recovery, and meaningful approaches to chronic illness management.• 25 years of occupational therapy experience transformed by caring for her daughter with ME-CFS for the past decade• Learning to see "beyond the iceberg" - what practitioners miss when they only observe patients during clinical visits• The concept of "aggressive rest" as an active strategy rather than simply doing nothing• Understanding different forms of exertion: physical, cognitive, emotional, and sensory• How each person has different "buckets" for various types of exertion and unique symptom patterns• The importance of preemptive rest before activities and recuperative rest afterward• Creating personalized support systems that address individual symptoms and priorities• Safely testing boundaries rather than pushing through prescribed exercise protocols• Why prioritizing activities that bring joy and meaning is crucial for quality of life• Being cautious about delayed responses to increased activity - sometimes PEM hits 3 days laterAmy has been working with Bateman Horne Center to provide education and resources to medical providers, helping ensure patients receive appropriate care focused on true rest rather than harmful exercise regimens.Links:Amy's private practice: www.OT4ME.comBateman Horne Center's rehabilitation professional resources and videos: https://batemanhornecenter.org/providers/mecfs/diagnosing-managing/rehab-professionals/Peer-to-peer Facebook group (for therapists only) - PT, OT & SLP Resources for Treating ME/CFS: Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    169 - The Roots Below: Five Essential Themes for Long Covid Recovery

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 24:14 Transcription Available


    Jackie explores recovery themes in today's episode, as she identifies five key themes that emerge across different healing journeys: consistency in daily practices, mindset that fosters healing, understanding what's happening in your body, building personal strategies, and creating a healing environment.• Consistency means showing up daily for practices that help, even when progress feels invisible• Mindset isn't about toxic positivity but creating biochemical conditions for healing through belief in improvement• Understanding your body's responses and triggers makes interventions more effective and reduces fear• Building strategies involves creating a personalized toolkit of what actually works for your unique body• Creating a healing environment means being mindful about what you consume—food, media, thoughts• Mental health support is crucial, not because illness is psychological but because chronic illness affects mental wellbeing• Small 1% improvements compound over time into significant progress• Recovery isn't about finding one miracle cure but assembling your own unique puzzle piecesHave questions? Contact me through the fan mail function in show notes, social media, email or visit longcovidpodcast.com. Your feedback helps shape future episodes!Links:Podcast feedback form: www.tinyurl.com/LCpodcastfeedbackDr Sarah episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835170/episodes/15544786Dr Sanjay Gupta (the PoTS specialist) episode: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835170/episodes/11374770My recovery story: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835170/episodes/13235996Work with me page: https://www.longcovidpodcast.com/services-1Curable app: https://www.curablehealth.com/Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    168 - The Rebound Method - Rachael shares how to safely start to move your body!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 51:57 Transcription Available


    Rachael's inspiring journey through long COVID showcases the resilience of the human spirit in the face of ongoing symptoms and challenges. The episode delves into her unique recovery strategies, including her tailored exercise protocols designed specifically for individuals battling long COVID, emphasising the importance of consistency, adaptability, and trust in one's body.• Rachael redefines recovery as a journey, not solely symptom-free living • Importance of building confidence through gradual, consistent movement • Development and success of the "90-Day Rebound Method" • Emphasis on mindset: focusing on consistency over progression • Insights on dosage, effort, and individualised exercise approaches • Real-life success stories from Rachael's coaching • Flexibility in training to accommodate fluctuating symptoms • Encouragement for listeners to seek supportive communities in their recovery processLinks: Our previous episode (Rachael's recovery story):https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835170/episodes/14084650 Rachael's Website: www.rebound-athletic.comRachael's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rebound.athletic/ Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    167 - Reclaiming Health and Hope with Dr. Teitelbaum

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 49:03 Transcription Available


    We explore the complexities of long COVID and the energy crisis it creates in the body, with Dr Jacob Teitelbaum sharing insights from his own struggles and professional experience. Listeners will find practical advice on mindset, nutrition, and treatment options essential for recovery.• Discussion on the energy crisis and its impact on health • Overview of the SHINE protocol for treating long COVID • The link between long COVID and ME/CFS • Variability of symptoms in individuals with long COVID • Importance of mindset in the recovery process • Practical advice on supplements, nutrition, and lifestyle changes • Strategies for pain management and hormonal balance • Encouragement for individuals feeling isolated and frustrated • Final thoughts on reclaiming your health and setting boundariesLinks:Our previous episode:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835170/episodes/11358909 https://www.energyanalysisprogram.com/Learn more at www.Vitality101.comDr T website for supplements: www.EndFatigue.com In Europe: www.iherb.com Email FatigueDoc@gmail.com for info sheets mentioned.Europe and Canada, the Recovery Factors is available from www.recoveryfactors.comMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    166 - "I'm Not Broken": Finding a New Perspective on Illness with Rebecca Tolin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 50:31 Transcription Available


    Rebecca Tolin shares her transformative journey from chronic illness to recovery and self-discovery. Her insights into the mind-body connection, the impact of trauma on health, and the importance of self-compassion offer listeners a path toward healing.• Introduction to Rebecca's journey with ME/CFS • The effect trauma has on physical health • Searching for answers and the limitations of traditional medicine • The role of mindfulness and somatic awareness in recovery • Embracing self-compassion and its benefits in the healing process • The shift in identity away from being defined by illness • Finding hope and possibility in the face of struggle • The importance of connection with oneself Rebecca encourages you to embrace self-compassion and kindness towards yourself on your healing journey. Links:Rebecca's Website: https://www.rebeccatolin.com/jackie (this includes info about her "Be your own medicine" course) Info about next "Be your own medicine" course: https://courses.rebeccatolin.com/courses/be-your-own-medicine-spring-2025?ref=ec478fFree Meditation: https://www.rebeccatolin.com/newsletter YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7gpLhnQU8NaC9fzlEmxIVwMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    165 - Overcoming Long COVID: Lizzie's Journey to Recovery and Resilience

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 53:50 Transcription Available


    Lizzie shares her heartfelt journey through Long COVID, detailing the challenges she faced as well as the strategies that eventually led her to recovery. By embracing the importance of rest, celebrating small victories, and gaining knowledge about her condition, she transformed her approach to health and wellness.• Lizzie's active life before contracting COVID • Initial mild symptoms promptly deteriorating into fatigue and brain fog • The cycle of boom and bust many long COVID patients experience • Importance of learning to properly rest and embrace downtime • Insights gained from Jan Rothney's book on recovery • The challenge of online support groups and potential negative impacts • Emphasising the power of language in shaping recovery experiences • Celebrating small victories as a key strategy for motivation • The journey towards emotional and psychological healing • Long COVID as a catalyst for personal growth and renewed appreciation for healthLink to Nurosym:https://nurosym.comBreaking free from Chronic Fatigue by Jan Rothney:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breaking-Chronic-Fatigue-Covid-Symptoms-ebook/dp/B09ZT6PJC9Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    164 - The Art of Listening & Validating in Healthcare with Clayton Powers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 61:31 Transcription Available


    Discover the transformative journey of Clayton Powers, a dedicated doctor of physical therapy who transitioned from orthopedic and musculoskeletal issues to specializing in complex conditions like ME/CFS, PoTS, and Long Covid. Clayton's PoTS rehabilitation showcases continuous learning and collaboration with experts.Telehealth is vital for Long Covid and ME/CFS patients, but faces legislative challenges.Healthcare systems need to adapt to support unique health needs, as highlighted by personal stories.Patient education and support, especially listening and validation by doctors, are crucial.Practical solutions for energy conservation and managing post-exertional malaise are explored.Prioritizing joy and building social connections enhance recovery and quality of life.Links:Basic PEM Explanation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkS6L3Klc00Orthostatic Intolerance Explanation Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Gh4vpKsLbr8Life with a Low Battery: Living with ME/CFS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKWk99Fsd_oBateman Horne Center Crash Survival Guide: https://batemanhornecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/filebase/crash_care/Dark_Blue_Survival_Guide_Complete.pdfResources for Rehab Providers: https://batemanhornecenter.org/providers/mecfs/diagnosing-managing/rehab-professionals/Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    163 - Immune Boosting Strategies for Chronic Illness with Carrie Bailey part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 49:20 Transcription Available


    Long Covid recovery can be significantly influenced by personalised nutrition and the right supplement regimen. Carrie Bailey shares essential insights into the importance of B vitamins, Vitamin C, zinc, and herbs in supporting the immune system and overall health recovery, emphasising bio-individuality and the need for tailored approaches. • Carrie Bailey, functional nutritionist, introduces her expertise in Long Covid  • Understanding bio-individuality in selecting supplements  • Importance of a strong immune system for recovery  • Key nutrients: B vitamins, Vitamin C, and zinc for Long Covid  • Overview of healing herbs: lemon balm and cat's claw  • Exploring elimination diets and food intolerances  • Listening to your body to adapt dietary choices  • Navigating nutrition in social contexts without feeling overwhelmed  • Conclusion on a holistic approach towards Long Covid recoveryPrevious episode available here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1835170/episodes/16434559Carrie's Free Gift:https://longcovidrecoveryguide.com/Carrie's website:https://carriebaileyfunctionalnutritionist.com/Carrie's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxEjeFag2UR96BQy0kcJqnwMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    162 - The Interconnected Body: Functional Nutrition & Healing with Carrie Bailey - part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 47:50 Transcription Available


    Exploring the connections between gut health and long COVID, we discuss how nutrition can significantly impact recovery. With insights from Carrie Bailey, a functional nutritionist, we cover topics such as mental health, pathogen influence, optimal diets, and the importance of digestion in healing.• Discussion on Carrie's health journey and challenges • Unpacking diverse long COVID symptoms and their implications • The interplay between gut health and mental well-being • Understanding how pre-existing vulnerabilities can amplify symptoms • The role of pathogens and toxins in health deterioration • Importance of a whole-food diet rich in fruits and vegetables • Practical dietary recommendations for improving gut health • Exploring the dynamics of digestion and liver function • Emphasising the body's natural healing capabilities "You cannot talk about mental health without talking about physical health."Carrie's Free Gift: https://longcovidrecoveryguide.com/Carrie's website: https://carriebaileyfunctionalnutritionist.com/Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    161 - Dr. Raymond Perrin on Pathways to Recovery - part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 18:39 Transcription Available


    Long COVID presents a multi-faceted challenge that requires a comprehensive approach for effective treatment. Dr Raymond Perrin explores how lymphatic drainage through his unique technique can help alleviate symptoms and support long-term recovery. This is part 2 of this conversation - hear part 1 HERE• Understanding the significance of the lymphatic system in health • Diagnostic methods for identifying Long COVID symptoms • The role of heavy metals and toxicity in illness • Introduction to the Perrin Technique for lymphatic drainage • The concertina effect explained for effective treatment • Self-massage and breathing exercises as healing methods • Research findings supporting patient engagement in recovery • Managing muscle fatigue through proper lymphatic flow • The jigsaw puzzle analogy illustrating holistic recovery • Strategies for preventing fibrosis in affected patientsFor  more information about The Perrin Technique visit  www.theperrintechnique.comSelf massage techniques available hereMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    160 - Dr. Raymond Perrin Breakthroughs in the Lymphatic System

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 40:16 Transcription Available


    This enlightening episode features Dr. Raymond Perrin as he discusses the intricate connections between the sympathetic nervous system and chronic conditions like Long Covid and ME-CFS. With his unique Perrin Technique, he highlights the importance of understanding the body's drainage systems to promote healing and recovery. • Introduction of Dr. Raymond Perrin and his background • Explanation of the Perrin technique and its relevance • Insights into the autonomic nervous system's role • The discovery of the lymphatic system and its implications • The connection between Long Covid and ME/CFS and toxic buildup in the brain • Overview of treatment methodologies and their effectiveness • Discussion on the evolving recognition of chronic illness Share your thoughts and experiences with us—let's continue the conversation! And tune in next week to hear more!For  more information about The Perrin Technique visit  www.theperrintechnique.comSelf massage techniques available hereMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    159 - Jackie's 2024 Reflections - Journey to self-worth & inner peace

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 11:28 Transcription Available


    Have you ever found that life's greatest lessons often come when we least expect them? Join me on a journey of introspection and creativity as I uncover the hidden gifts of spontaneity and presence, especially in the face of challenges like long COVID. The delicate balance between meticulous planning and letting life unfold naturally, insights into how this approach can alleviate stress and enhance well-being. My recent virtual art room event serves as a testament to the healing power of creative expression, inviting you to explore self-care through artistic activities. As I reflect on what I would tell my past self, I uncover the profound journey of self-awareness and healing that life beyond long COVID can offer, filled with ups, downs, and moments of joy.I share my own musings stemming from a journal prompt this week, in a way which hopefully helps people to see life beyond illness, the continual journey of healing and that it's ok to be imperfect.This episode is a gentle reminder to find joy in the present moment, nurture your authentic self, and celebrate the holiday season with well-deserved happiness and freedom.Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    158 - Creativity 2024: Transformative Stories of Resilience and Connection Through Art

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 41:23 Transcription Available


    Discover the power of art through stories of creative expression while navigating Long COVID & ME/CFS. Anna finds clarity through free-flow writing & Emma's journey with poetry & digital painting offers hope amid adversity, highlighting how art can foster resilience & personal growthOlga's online "hibernation sessions" forge community bonds even in isolation. Sally shares how rediscovering her passion for art became her anchor, turning her creative endeavors into advocacy for others. Sarah finds peace & joy through sharing watercolours, and Jade through her new skills of crochetThe Long Covid Choir proves that harmony can be found in challenging times. We celebrate the resilience of human spirit & healing power of creativity, reminding us that art can be powerful in reclaiming strength & identityVisual art on creativity pageAnna Bell websiteEmma website & book "Dormiveglia"Sarah's Folksy ShopSally Hartshorn (inc art exhibit)Long Covid Choir website VIDEO Olga Hibernation Sessions Jade Insta Youtube FB & Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    157 - Ellen Alden's Recovery: Navigating Long Covid and Finding Resilience

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 40:22 Transcription Available


    What happens when your lively world comes to a sudden standstill? Ellen Alden takes us on an emotional & enlightening journey through her experience with Long Covid. Once filled with exercise, creative writing, and community involvement, Ellen's active lifestyle faced a challenging pause after a family gathering left her with lingering symptoms. She talks about the emotional turbulence of denial & acceptance and the tough choices she faced in stepping back from professional and social commitments. Her story offers a heartfelt look into the complex reality of Long Covid and the profound impact it had on her day-to-day life.Ellen's path to recovery is one of self-discovery and resilience. With the support of others & her own intuition, she began to identify the triggers that exacerbated her symptoms and embraced nurturing self-care practices. From the calming effects of breath work to the simple comfort of time spent with her dog, Ellen reveals the strategies that helped calm her nervous system and restore a sense of normalcy. She also shares the importance of minimizing stressors, like avoiding the news, & how these practices contributed to a more stable & fulfilling recovery.Discovery Call for 1-1 Coaching with Ellen 15 minute Discovery Call - Ellen AldenRegister for Ellen's upcoming workshops: http://39766310.hs-sites.com/mind_body_long_covid_dec_2024 Ellen's Website - YouTube - Instagram - FacebookPresentation on MindBody practisesMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    156 - Nadyne McKie - Empowering Caregivers and Children Through Compassion and Play

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 53:57 Transcription Available


    When Nadyne McKie, a psychotherapist and yoga therapist, first faced the challenges of Long COVID with her own child, it was a journey that reshaped her understanding of care. Join us as she shares not only her professional insights but also her personal story, offering a unique perspective on the emotional burdens carried by families navigating this condition. We'll unpack the critical role caregivers play in supporting their children through fluctuating health, all while managing their own stress and advocating for their child's needs.Imagine the pressure of balancing societal expectations with a child's health, where school attendance and extracurricular activities often clash with the need for rest and recovery. Nadyne helps explore the importance of validating children's bodily signals and the broader impact of parental well-being on young ones' recovery paths. We'll discuss how creating a calm, supportive environment can be a cornerstone for healing, where simple acts like mindful breathing and micro-breaks can transform daily struggles into opportunities for growth.For those seeking practical strategies, Nadyne introduces playful and creative tools that strengthen the bond between parent and child. These activities not only foster resilience but also offer a powerful counterbalance to the often-draining effects of screen time. Nadyne's new book emerges as a beacon of guidance, filled with insights and advice for caregivers seeking to empower themselves and their children through the complexities of Long COVID. Listen in to discover how embracing these techniques can pave the way for a more resilient and supportive journey for both children and their caregivers.Links:Purchase "Breathe, Rest, Recover" by Nadyne McKie & Fiona Agombar(20% off direct from Signing Dragon: BRR20SD)Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    155 - Nadyne McKie - Embracing Kindness on the Healing Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 48:27 Transcription Available


    Have you ever felt the weight of an unexpected life challenge shift your entire perspective? Join me & Nadyne McKie, who combines her unique blend of psychotherapy, yoga therapy, and breathing coaching to guide those navigating the turbulent waters of Long Covid. Nadyne opens up about her personal journey; how her own experiences & those of her child have reshaped her understanding of health. Her story serves as a beacon of hope, illustrating the potential for growth & joy even in the midst of adversity.Throughout our conversation, we examine the complexities of stress & its pervasive impact on our health. Nadyne shares her wisdom on transitioning from a stress-fueled existence to one that cherishes rest & self-care—an often daunting task given societal norms that equate rest with laziness. We challenge these misconceptions, advocating for a healthier narrative where taking time to simply be is not only acceptable but essential. Nadyne's insights into cognitive fatigue & the digital world's demands highlight the urgent need to redefine rest & productivity, especially on a recovery journey.We touch upon the significance of self-compassion & the transformative power of gentle movement. Nadyne invites us to reconsider exercise not as a rigorous task but as a nurturing practice that listens to the body's needs, embracing exercises that feel good rather than those that punish the body. This is a call to healthcare professionals and listeners alike to practice self-compassion, seek support, & engage with their healing journey through a lens of kindness & understanding.Links:Purchase "Breathe, Rest, Recover" by Nadyne McKie & Fiona Agombar (20% off direct from Signing Dragon: BRR20SD)Order from AmazonMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    154 - Sean Moran's Healing Journey from Chronic Fatigue

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 44:17 Transcription Available


    Join us as we hear from Sean Moran, who opens up about his relentless battle with chronic fatigue syndrome since 2012. Dive deep into Sean's world of endless trials ranging from vitamin C intravenous therapy to unconventional methods like acupuncture and homeopathy. His story is one of unwavering hope and resilience, steering him through years of hardship as he sought to regain some semblance of normal life and purpose against the backdrop of a little-understood condition.Unravel the layers of Sean's recovery journey as he shares pivotal moments like discovering mold exposure and persistent infections, turning points that illuminated his path to better health. We explore the nuanced process of detoxification and the critical need for a personalized approach to treatment. Sean's experiences underscore the importance of patience and perseverance, drawing parallels to the evolving landscape of chronic illness treatment, especially in a post-COVID world.Sean's narrative extends beyond recovery, as he reflects on redefining personal dreams and using past adversities to impact others positively. From discussing the emotional complexity of grieving lost time to leveraging experiences for future contributions, his insights offer a beacon of hope and guidance. Join us for a compelling conversation that highlights the intricate dance of healing, motivation, and the power of personalized interventions in transforming one's journey through chronic illness.Sean's website: fatiguefarewell.comInstagram: instagram.com/cfsfree @cfsfreeMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    153 - Dr Amir Hadanny - Hyperbaric Solutions to Long Covid Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 51:45 Transcription Available


    What if you could harness the power of oxygen to heal the brain? Uncover the potential of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) with Dr. Amir Haddany, a leading neurosurgeon and hyperbaric medicine expert. Dr. Haddany takes us through his research since 2008, sharing how HBOT is transforming treatment for neurological conditions like traumatic brain injuries and long COVID. Through imaging techniques such as MRI, we explore the effects of COVID-19 on critical brain areas & how HBOT might offer hope for recovery.We reveal the pathways through which long COVID disrupts cognitive functions, backed by compelling imaging evidence. We delve into innovative treatment protocols adapted from conditions like ME & fibromyalgia, focusing on the role of oxygen fluctuations in stimulating mitochondria & facilitating healing. The protocols, akin to cellular interval training, illustrate the regenerative potential of HBOT when applied consistently over extended periods, offering a glimpse into this complex process.We unpack a study suggesting long-term benefits for long COVID patients, emphasizing the significance of a rigorous, randomized controlled trial. Dr. Haddany's generous sharing of his knowledge provides not only an insightful discussion but also a platform for future inquiry and exploration into the world of hyperbarics.Linkshttps://aviv-clinics.com/disease/long-covid-syndrome/ (Aviv clinic page)https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-022-15565-0 (published July 22)https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-024-53091-3 (follow-up, published Feb 24)https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-023-36570-x (published June 23)Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    152 - Jenny Adams - Embracing Self-Compassion: Navigating ADHD, Perfectionism, and Chronic Illness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 54:34 Transcription Available


    Ever wondered how the traits of ADHD intersect with perfectionism & chronic illness? Jenny Adams returns to offer insights into the intricate dance between trauma, perfectionism, & health challenges. We unravel how ADHD manifests uniquely in women & discuss the crucial need to recognize these traits to better support those managing chronic illnesses. Jenny's story is not just one of struggle but also of hope & inspiration for those seeking a path to recovery.Exploring the connections between trauma & perfectionism, we discuss insights from thought leaders like Gabor Maté, considering how these patterns can emerge as responses to past experiences. Through personal anecdotes, we highlight the struggle of all-or-nothing thinking & the significance of finding satisfaction in the present moment rather than in unattainable ideals. From breaking tasks into manageable pieces to self-regulation strategies during overwhelming times, we offer practical support to listeners who face similar challenges in their everyday lives.Perfectionism can often be mistaken for a strength, yet it frequently leaves us dissatisfied & longing for control. We reflect on how perfectionist tendencies may stem from feelings of unworthiness, drawing on personal stories to emphasize the importance of vulnerability & self-compassion. Together, we explore how childhood beliefs & societal pressures shape our quest for perfection & the emotional toll it takes. By focusing on the power of self-compassion over perfectionism, we aim to inspire you to embrace a more balanced & self-compassionate life, recognizing your inherent worth beyond productivity.Membership to Heal GoodLink to Jenny's facebook group, How to recover from chronic illnessesMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    151 - Dr. Lydia Knutson's Chiropractic Approach to Long Covid

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 57:59 Transcription Available


    What if a gentle touch could ignite your body's natural healing abilities? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Lydia Knutson, a pioneer in chiropractic care, to uncover the secrets of her Axial Stability Method (ASM) which marries low-force chiropractic techniques with Eastern energy medicine, offering new hope to those suffering from long COVID and other complex conditions, with over 150 long COVID patients benefiting from her method.We explores the profound connection between the nervous and immune systems in the context of whole-person healing. Dr. Knutson explains how her comprehensive assessments reveal hidden obstacles to recovery. Through detailed case studies, she illustrates the power of supporting the body holistically, advocating for a treatment approach that transcends mere symptom management and nurtures the body's intrinsic blueprint for healing.We also delve into the promising research surrounding chiropractic care and Long COVID, underscoring the need for innovative, low-risk studies that focus on patient outcomes. Dr. Knutson shares her experiences with patient-funded research, which has shown remarkable reductions in severe symptoms over a series of visits. Tune in to learn how personalized healing goals and a supportive environment can empower individuals on their journey to recovery.Long COVID overview & researchAbout Axial Stability MethodAppointment infoFacebook - Instagram - Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) www.buymeacoffee.com/longcovidpodSupport the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    150 - From Self-Blame to Self-Discovery

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 16:09 Transcription Available


    Could recognizing stress, perfectionism, and a relentless work ethic have unknowingly contributed to my journey with Long Covid? This episode, inspired by a listener's question, takes you through my personal exploration of self-blame and recovery, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging lifestyle factors that play into our health. We'll uncover the value of therapy in recognizing these patterns and how Maya Angelou's wisdom guided me: "Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better." By understanding and unlearning pre-illness habits, we open up pathways to resilience and growth.Join us in celebrating the transformative power of self-compassion and authenticity as we reach our 150th episode milestone. We reflect on the essence of gratitude and its role in focusing on what truly matters—health, joy, and connection. Inspired by the Taoist concept of the first and second arrow, we explore our reactions to life's challenges and how they shape our journey. As we celebrate this milestone, I express my gratitude for your continued support and share a peek into my holiday plans. Let's embrace the journey of unbecoming what isn't truly us and allowing our authentic selves to shine. November breathing courses open for booking here Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) www.buymeacoffee.com/longcovidpodSupport the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    149 - Resilience and Recovery: Dr. Eleanor Stein on Navigating Chronic Illness and Long Covid

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 60:34 Transcription Available


    Dr. Eleanor Stein's journey is one of resilience and transformation and her story is both personal and powerful. Dr. Stein shares how her experiences have shaped her approach to patient care and education. Her insights into societal myths around illness & recovery offer a refreshing perspective, especially for those navigating the complexities of living with long-term health challenges.We shine a light on the essence of self-management & body awareness. Dr. Stein articulates the importance of respecting our bodies by recognizing and addressing its needs, from managing chemical sensitivities to balancing symptom acknowledgment with positive distraction techniques. Harnessing creativity, using mood-elevating activities are just some of the strategies we explore to empower individuals in their health journey.Hope emerges as a central theme in our discussion, as Dr. Stein shares strategies for fostering a positive belief in recovery. We explore practical lifestyle changes, like embracing natural light cycles and consuming unprocessed foods, as part of a holistic approach to health. Dr. Stein's extensive experience offers valuable resources and insights, positioning listeners to optimally navigate their path to healing.Free booklet on "Hormesis" for listeners of the Long Covid Podcast as well as Dr Stein's upcoming events etc. Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    148 - Dan Neuffer - Balance, Resilience & how we can prioritise recovery

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 45:34 Transcription Available


    Episode 148 of the Long Covid Podcast is the second in this two-part series with Dan Neuffer. Dan is a coach working with people with Long Covid & ME/CFS. He is also an author of "CFS Unravelled" and has developed the "ANS Rewire" Program which has been mentioned by some others on the podcast previously.In this episode we dive into What does recovery mean?What the illness is trying to tell usBalance in lifeThe 60-80% sticking pointAppreciating small improvement & building confidenceCatch up on part 1 of this interview from last week HEREDan's book: https://cfsunravelled.com/cfs-unravelled/Dan's original recovery stories: https://cfsunravelled.com/cfs-fibro-recovery-stories/Dan's YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@CFSUnravelled1Dan's Recovery Program: https://ansrewire.com/info-request/The "How resilient can recoveries be?" Podcast episode that sparked off this whole discussionDan's previous episode on the Long Covid Podcast where we talk more about Dan's story, his program "ANS Rewire" and it's role in recovery.Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    147 - Dan Neuffer - How can we build & ensure resilience in our recoveries?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 48:47 Transcription Available


    Episode 147 of the Long Covid Podcast is the first of a two-part series with Dan Neuffer. Dan is a coach working with people with Long Covid & ME/CFS. He is also an author of "CFS Unravelled" and has developed the "ANS Rewire" Program which has been mentioned by some others on the podcast previously.In this episode we dive into How is recovery possible when there is no "cure"? Understanding & education and it's role in treating underlying dysfunction rather than symptoms. Understanding patterns that may contribute to illness and how they help with recovery, resilience & breaking through plateausSocietal pressures for perfection and risk aversion - their role in reduced resilienceLook out for part 2 of this interview next week.Dan's book: https://cfsunravelled.com/cfs-unravelled/Dan's original recovery stories: https://cfsunravelled.com/cfs-fibro-recovery-stories/Dan's YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@CFSUnravelled1Dan's Recovery Program: https://ansrewire.com/info-request/The "How resilient can recoveries be?" Podcast episode that sparked off this whole discussionDan's previous episode on the Long Covid Podcast where we talk more about Dan's story, his program "ANS Rewire" and it's role in recovery.Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    146 - Dr Becca Kennedy - Chronic Pain & Fatigue Doctor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 52:07 Transcription Available


    In episode 146 I speak to the fabulous Dr. Becca Kennedy, a family medicine physician, who discusses her approach to treating chronic pain and fatigue using evidence-based neuroscience. She emphasizes the mind-body connection, explaining that many medically unexplained symptoms are due to brain signaling rather than structural damage. Kennedy highlights that 30-50% of primary care visits involve medically unexplained symptoms, including chronic pain, migraines, and irritable bowel syndrome. She stresses the importance of understanding the nervous system's role in these conditions and provides tools like breathing exercises, meditation, and expressive writing to help patients manage and recover from chronic symptoms.Deborah Neal Youtube videoBecca's website: https://resilience-healthcare.com/Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    145 - Jenny Adams - Recovery from ME/CFS

    Play Episode Play 56 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 50:03 Transcription Available


    Episode 145 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Jenny Adams who is here to share her recovery story! We chat through her illness, the things that helped her and the lessons she has learned.We also discuss the work Jenny is doing now, and the links to work with her are below.Free workshop sign up: https://jenny-adams-f409.mykajabi.com/moreenergyHeal Good Monthly Membership sign up (this will be live when doors open 12-19th Sept) : https://jenny-adams-f409.mykajabi.com/heal-good-sales-pageMy Podcast- Calm Your Nervous System: https://open.spotify.com/show/0uO2vEgg9PsES4OWMvTyNt?si=0a18164d9ced4dfd"No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz" was the book I was telling you about- I love the audiobook because he talks through each exerciseCompassionate Inquiry by Gabor Maté, more info here: https://compassionateinquiry.com/the-approach/Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    144 Dr Sarah's Long Covid Recovery

    Play Episode Play 45 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 53:08


    Episode 144 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Dr Sarah about her recovery from Long Covid. Sarah tells of her experiences with Covid and her route to Long Covid, as well as some of the things she found that helped.Sarah takes us through her "6 pillars of wellness" that she developed to help her recover - these 6 areas which she thinks are important to address in some way.As with all recovery stories, this is one person's experience and not medical advice. Sarah's written resource & social links: https://linktr.ee/drsarahlongcovidrecoveryOther things mentioned during the discussion:Sensate app  (Apple store)360MindBodySoul - Suzy Bolt yogaYoga for life projectInsight Timer free appYUKA app (for scanning food)Tapping solutions app on Apple and Play storeJoe Dispenza YouTube channelMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    143 - David Joffe - Overcoming Sleep Challenges in Long Covid Patients

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 55:10 Transcription Available


    Unlock the secrets to better sleep and enhanced well-being in our latest episode featuring David Joffe, a leading expert in respiratory and sleep medicine. You'll gain valuable insights into the intricate roles of slow-wave and REM sleep, crucial for both physical restoration and cognitive functions like memory consolidation. David shares his extensive knowledge on how sleep deprivation and stress can wreak havoc on your immune system and metabolic health, drawing direct links to the challenges faced by those with Long Covid.Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    142 - Jackie's thoughts of the day!

    Play Episode Play 35 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 12:05 Transcription Available


    In episode 142 of the Long Covid Podcast, Jackie takes to the mic to explore her thoughts on Some Things, including almost 3 years since she started the podcast, why boundaries and self-care are so important and more. My youtube channel and the "Ask Jaxter" playlist Long Covid Breathing - see what I have created with Vikki and how you can join our courses and work with usMy Insight Timer - relax with meMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herePodcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback, suggestions or how you're doing - I love to hear from you, via socials or LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**

    141 - Todd Davenport - a deep dive into Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 51:13 Transcription Available


    Episode 141 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with the fabulous Todd Davenport - physio & exercise scientist specialing in Long Covid, MECFS & Post-exertional Malaise. We take a dive into PEM, some of the science behind it and some things that can help avoid & mitigate it.Some useful links: Bateman Horne crash care planWorkwell Foundation Links:"I Have ME/CFS or Long Covid What Do I Do Now?"PEM Timecourse Fact SheetHow Do I Obtain Disability Benefits (most useful for US listeners) Why Should I Do a Two Day CPET?Energy Saving Tips Heart Rate Monitor Fact Sheet Opposition to Graded Exercise Therapy Letter to Health Care Practitioners Long Covid Physio:Long Covid Physio video library multiple languagesLong Covid Physio International Forum Science of PESERenegade Research PEMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    140 - Jess Dove London - Turnto - the app that aims to revolutionise healthcare

    Play Episode Play 54 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 38:16 Transcription Available


    Episode 140 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Jess Dove London, CEO of the startup "Turnto". Jess tells the story behind Turnto and how it's now helping people with ME/CFS & Long Covid. We talk about the app, it's main features and how it can help.Have you enjoyed the app? Let us know! https://turnto.ai/downloadMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    139 - Patrick Ussher & Peter Deen - Excessive Thirst in ME/CFS & Long Covid

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 47:47 Transcription Available


    Episode 139 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Patrick Ussher and Peter Deen about excessive thirst in ME/CFS & Long Covid. We talk about what this is - and how it can be a very serious issue, as well as what brought Patrick & Peter together for the research they are now doing.The Survey mentioned is not quite ready yet - it will be added and publicised when it goes live - also follow www.longcovid.org Peter: website https://www.streasure4health.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-deen-4b9a1993/Email: info@streasure4Health.comPatrick: website www.patrickussher.comBook: www.themythofprimarypolydipsia.com YT channel ‘Understanding Myalgic Encephalomyelitis' https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8p46sk36RDASjeGHhF9G1AVisser & Van Campen study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32140630/Health Rising blog: https://www.healthrising.org/blog/2023/12/09/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-thirsty-psycogenic-polydipsia/Thirst Survey **coming soon**Message the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    138 - Jules Rogers - Long Covid Recovery

    Play Episode Play 40 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 50:01 Transcription Available


    Episode 138 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Jules Rogers, who shares how she recovered from Long Covid. We chat through the things that helped - some of which made a little difference, some a lot. As with all recovery stories - this is one person's experience. We wouldn't recommend trying to replicate it, as no two people are the same. But taking ideas & certainly inspiration is absolutely a good idea!Jules website: julesrogerslifecoach.com Social handles jules_rogerslifecoach on Instagram and Jules Rogers Life and Mind-body coach on Facebook.Pamela Rose 4 week fatigue rescueMessage the podcast! - questions will be answered on my youtube channel :) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    137 - Lorrie Rivers - What is EFT Tapping and how can it help me?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 50:54 Transcription Available


    EFT tapping MRI amygdala studyEFT trauma, PTSD, food cravings studyLinks to work with Lorrie: To register for the Nervous System Reset for Long Covid and ME/CFS with Tapping course (you'll get free access to our next LIVE session when you sign up): https://living-from-inspiration.mykajabi.com/tapping-for-long-covid-and-me-cfs-fmOur H*E*A*L* Advanced Recovery Program for Long Covid and ME/CFS This is a holistic approach to healing where we address hidden infections and toxins with supplement protocols and heal by addressing physical and energetic root cause of illness:   https://lorrieriversholistic.com/heal/  Message the podcast! (I can't reply to these messages - if you'd like a reply please email me) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    136 - Dr Meg Anderson - Movement in Long Covid - Part 2 - "how to"

    Play Episode Play 54 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 53:03 Transcription Available


    Episode 136 of the Long Covid Podcast is a continuation of my chat with the fabulous Dr Meg Anderson about movement in Long Covid. In this episode, we talk more about what that movement might actually look like and how to tailor that. The previous episode, where we talk about "getting ready" for movement is definitely worth a listen HERELinks: Meg website: www.risingtidesrecovery.comApplication for group program Energy Expansion Project: https://mailchi.mp/2362788d68fa/energy-expansion-projectDepaul symptom questionnaire for PEM"Muscle abnormality worsens after PEM" Appleman & colleaguesWorkwell foundation guidelines for HRMessage the podcast! (I can't reply to these messages - if you'd like a reply please email me) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    135 - Dr Meg Anderson - Movement in Long Covid Part 1 - Getting ready

    Play Episode Play 40 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 53:33 Transcription Available


    Episode 135 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with the fabulous Dr Meg Anderson about movement in Long Covid. This is part one of our chat where we talk about getting ready for movement, how to know you might be ready and kind of setting the scene. Watch out for part 2 next week, where we talk more about what that movement might actually look like and how to tailor that. Meg website: www.risingtidesrecovery.comApplication for group program Energy Expansion Project: https://mailchi.mp/2362788d68fa/energy-expansion-projectR - respiratoryV - vagus resetC - consistencyA - activity modificationM - monitoringP - position change/pacingI - intakeN - normalize flexibilityG -grounding/gratitudeMessage the podcast! (I can't reply to these messages - if you'd like a reply please email me) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    134 - Vicky van der Togt & Jeremy Rossman - Research-Aid Networks

    Play Episode Play 40 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 57:42 Transcription Available


    Episode 134 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Vicky van der Togh & Dr Jeremy Rossman from Research-Aid Networks. We discuss what the organisation does, what brought Vicky & Jeremy together as well as their recently published hypothesis paper.Research-Aid Networks  www.researchaidnetworks.org  Pandemic-Aid Networks www.researchaidnetworks.org/pandemic-aid-networks Long Covid hypothesis paper: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/immunology/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2023.1150105/full Lay version (also available as audio): https://researchaidnetworks.org/hypothesis-summary/.Twitter @ResearchAidNetFB @ResearchAidNetYT @ResearchAidNetworksMessage the podcast! (I can't reply to these messages - if you'd like a reply please email me) For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Keep Me Home Longer An optimistic podcast about home care. Growing options for managing conditions in...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    133 - Anna Davidson - Long Covid Recovery

    Play Episode Play 47 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 51:07 Transcription Available


    Send us a Text Message.Episode 133 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with A K Davidson, author & poet, who has now recovered from Long Covid. We chat through her experience, how writing because so important as well as helping with recovery, although not always in the way she expected!As always - recovery stories are one person's experience! They can be useful for ideas, but more than anything, giving hope of recovery for anyone who is struggling.Purchase the book: From Waterstones.comFrom Amazon.co.uk E-bookInstagram poetry account: @mondayispoetryWebsite: www.therightword.co.uk  For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    132 - Rosalba Courtney & Hadas Golan - Dysfunctional Breathing in Long Covid

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later May 23, 2024 52:48 Transcription Available


    Send us a Text Message.Episode 132 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with the wonderful Hadas Golan & Rosalba Courtney. Hadas and Rosalba have been collaborating on working with people with Long Covid and have recently published a series of case studies detailing their successes. We take a deep dive into my favourite subject - breathing - discussing some of the underlying pathology and how this relates to using breathing as an intervention to help Long Covid, if done correctly.This is the link to the published article in the journal of Voice: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37316403/ Contact info: info@breatheon.comHadas Golan website: https://www.breatheon.com/ & link to Long COVID page https://www.breatheon.com/long-covid/Long COVID page on the BMC website: https://www.bmc.org/long-covid-breathing-groupI Rosalba Courtney website: www.rosalbacourtney.com And information about IBT: www.integrativebreatingtherapy.com For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    131 - Dr Wes Ely - What is Immuno-modulation & how could it help with Long Covid?

    Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later May 15, 2024 40:46 Transcription Available


    Send us a Text Message.Episode 131 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with the wonderful Dr Wes Ely, internist & pulmonologist, clinical triallist & also author & Long Covid advocate. We chat through some of his experiences with Long Covid patients as well as the clinical trial of baricitinib for Long Covid which is enrolling very soon.ICUdelirium.org Stat News - "Don't give longhaulers the silent treatment"RVLC - Reverse Long Covid trial on Clinicaltrials.gov RVLC Trial websiteEvery Deep Drawn Breath bookCOV-BARRIER study For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    130 - Dr Marco Leitzke - Using Nicotine Patches for Long Covid

    Play Episode Play 42 sec Highlight Listen Later May 9, 2024 38:54 Transcription Available


    Send us a Text Message.Episode 130 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Dr Marco Leitzke who has been exploring the use of Nicotine Patches to help with Long Covid. We discuss what Nicotine is, why it can help and how this could be something incredibly useful.Links to Dr Marco's work & social media etc: https://linktr.ee/marcoleitzkeA blog written on "Health Rising" https://www.healthrising.org/blog/2023/12/07/nicotine-patch-long-covid-chronic-fatigue-fibromyalgia/ For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    129 - Lily Spechler - The Long Covid Dietitian

    Play Episode Play 52 sec Highlight Listen Later May 1, 2024 56:07 Transcription Available


    Episode 129 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Lily Spechler, a registered dietitian who is working with people with Long Covid following her own experience with it. We chat through some of the trends she is seeing and some pointers for people to follow.Lily's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/longcoviddietitian/The Energy Expansion Project: https://www.longcoviddietitian.com/ with some resources and a link to the application. For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    128 - Nigel McCracken & Sean Knight - Research into T-Cell Exhaustion

    Play Episode Play 45 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 51:27 Transcription Available


    Episode 128 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Nigel McCracken, COO of Virax Biolabs & Sean Knight, Clinical research fellow at the University of Manchester. Nigel and Sean are working together in collaboration on a study to dive deeper into T-Cell exhaustion in people with Long Covid.We take a deep dive into T-Cells, immunology and the quest for a biomarker!Virax Biolabs Long Covid research at Manchester For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the Show.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    127 - Rachael's Long Covid Recovery Story

    Play Episode Play 47 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 46:49 Transcription Available


    Episode 127 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Rachael Heath-Porsz about her recovery from Long Covid! We chat through her experience - the things that helped, the things that didn't and what life looks like now. We also chat a bit about what Rachael is doing now - helping people with Long Covid to return to movement in a safe & supported way.Rachael's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebound.athletic/Rachael's website: www.rebound-athletic.com For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

    126 - Joshua Roman talks about Long Covid, Music, Vulnerability & Connection

    Play Episode Play 59 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 46:09 Transcription Available


    Episode 126 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Joshua Roman - Cellist, Composer & Curator, as well as Longhauler. We chat through some of the things that he experienced, learned and some of the incredibly inspiring work he is now doing to help others with Long Covid as well as heal himself.Links:Joshua Roman Website"Immunity" ProjectYour Brain on Art by  Susan Magsamen & Ivy Ross NBS News Segment featuring Joshua - A blood test for long Covid is possible, a study suggests TEDx - Immunity | Joshua Roman | TEDxProvidenceAn intimate musical exploration of cellist Joshua Roman's life-altering, inspiring experience of ongoing long COVID. Roman combines performance and storytelling into an emotional journey, as he confronts the impact of the illness and the limitations that nearly ended his career, before progressing through a period of doubt, struggle, refocus, and renewal, culminating in a profound acceptance of self and a deeper connection to what is most important in life.Princeton University Concerts - Cellist Joshua Roman on Living with Long COVID as a Musician (Healing with Music Series)An avid believer in the healing power of music, Roman came to Princeton University Concerts to explore the role that music has played throughout his continued recovery as part of our Healing with Music series. For more information about Long Covid Breathing, their courses, workshops & other shorter sessions, please check out this link(music - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Transcripts are available on the individual episodes hereShare the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Ple...

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