The PEMF Effect: Chronic Pain Relief, Recovery and Vitality Podcast Living with Long-Haul Symptoms? What PEMF Might Offer for Support
Jun 18, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Jessica Drummond, a functional nutritionist and founder of the Integrative Women’s Health Institute, shares her personal journey with long COVID and offers insights into healing approaches. She delves into the importance of personalized nutrition, vagus nerve toning, and trauma therapy to combat fatigue and immune dysfunction. Highlighting the unique challenges faced by women, especially those with chronic conditions, Jessica emphasizes the effectiveness of PEMF therapy in recovery and the need for a tailored, holistic approach to health.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Exercise Contraindicated in Long COVID
- Avoid progressive exercise if you have long COVID as it can worsen symptoms.
- Focus on paced activity to gradually return to movement without overexertion.
Long COVID Vascular and Gender Link
- Long COVID disproportionately affects women, especially ages 35 to 55, often around menopause.
- Symptoms suggest long COVID is primarily a vascular condition involving immune and hormonal interactions.
Risk Factors for Long COVID
- Risk factors for long COVID include prior athletic fitness, autoimmune history, and Epstein-Barr virus reactivation.
- The ACE2 receptor's role may explain why healthier, athletic individuals are more vulnerable to long COVID symptoms.
