TLC Sessions - Living with Long Covid Episode 17: Robin McNelis - Respiratory physiotherapist
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Oct 28, 2021 Robin McNelis, a respiratory physiotherapist and long Covid sufferer from Wellington Hospital, shares insights on how breathing techniques can alleviate various long Covid symptoms. He emphasizes the unexpected link between breathing and gastrointestinal health, while also recounting his personal journey from being a marathon runner to managing breathlessness and fatigue. Robin offers practical advice on pacing, the importance of lifestyle changes, and effective self-care strategies that can enhance recovery for those living with long Covid.
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Robin's Long COVID Story
- Robin McNelis, a respiratory physiotherapist, shares his personal long COVID journey.
- After a half marathon, he tested positive, experiencing fatigue and a blood clot.
Pericarditis Diagnosis
- He was put on blood thinners and gradually returned to jogging but experienced further symptoms.
- Tests revealed pericarditis, leading to more medication and a slower recovery.
Tiredness vs. Fatigue
- Initially, Robin experienced tiredness but not fatigue.
- Later, he noticed post-exertional malaise, a hallmark of long COVID and chronic fatigue.