Long Covid Podcast

In this enlightening conversation, Kelly George, a recovery coach and former professor, shares her inspiring journey from debilitating Long Covid to reclaiming her identity. She discusses the vital role of pacing and activity management in her recovery, as well as the profound impact of community support and being listened to. Kelly highlights the challenges of isolation and relationship dynamics during her illness while offering practical advice on preventing crashes and redefining recovery. Her story is a testament to resilience and the power of finding hope in messy progress.

Dr. Leo Galland, a seasoned Internal Medicine Specialist with over 40 years of experience, dives deep into the complexities of Long COVID. He introduces the 'Web of Long COVID,' outlining ten interconnected strands that reveal the illness's mechanics, including ACE2 enzyme damage and mitochondrial dysfunction. Dr. Galland emphasizes the need for personalized, multi-step treatment approaches, linking long COVID to historical post-viral syndromes. He also discusses the significance of individual health history, emphasizing recovery is achievable through tailored interventions.

Technology offers unprecedented access to health information, but navigating it effectively requires understanding which tools serve our recovery and when to step away from screens. Jess from TurnTo shares insights on using AI and technology tools to support recovery from conditions like Long Covid and ME/CFS.• Different technology platforms have different agendas - social media optimizes for view time, search engines for quick clicks• Approximately 10,000 new updates emerge weekly about Long Covid and ME/CFS across research, expert interviews, and patient discussions• AI tools like ChatGPT can provide referenced health information when asked properly, often delivering more comprehensive answers than time-limited doctor appointments• Patient experiences remain undervalued as "weak data" despite containing rich insights that often precede formal research findings• TurnTo's new Personal Health Sidekick feature reads approximately one million words weekly, filtering information based on individual health concerns• AI works best for information gathering and making connections between disparate data points• Balance technology use with offline activities that support recovery - nature, human connection, and reducing nervous system activation• When using AI for health questions, always request references and specify what type of information you're seeking• Technology cannot replace human connection, empathy, and the physical examination healthcare professionals provideLearn more about TurnTo and their Personal Health Sidekick feature in the links below: Check out Turny here (use code "Jackie" for 10% off)Listen to our previous episode HERE 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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**

Natalie Gould shares her journey from severe Long Covid to full recovery, revealing how nervous system regulation transformed not only her Long Covid symptoms but also pre-existing chronic conditions like psoriatic arthritis and migraines.• Life before illness included working as a CFO and living on a small farm• Initial Covid infection in July 2021 was mild but led to severe post-viral symptoms• Main symptoms included PoTS, tachycardia, severe insomnia, cognitive impairment and sound sensitivity• Within six months, she was essentially bedbound but continued working remotely• Stabilized symptoms through extreme pacing but remained severely ill for over a year• Found hope after hearing recovery stories and trying the ANS Rewire program• Leaving her stressful job was a turning point in her recovery journey• Used play and creativity as powerful tools for nervous system regulation• Created characters to personify stress patterns and developed dialogues with them• Recovery process led to healing of multiple pre-existing conditions• Now enjoys swing dancing and a fuller life than before illness• Continues nervous system regulation practices not out of necessity but enjoymentCheck out "Farm Stories" for more insights on recovery techniques & nervous system regulation.Links:https://www.sparrowcrowfarm.com/ https://sparrowcrowfarm.substack.com/ - Farm Storieshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2pSH8og5Ho&t=1981s - self recorded recovery videoMessage 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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**

Explore the intricate journey of recovery from Long Covid and ME/CFS, where finding a personalized path is key. Discover three phases of recovery that include denial, strategy-building, and gentle progress. Embrace the liminal space between illness and wellness for exploration without pressure. Celebrate small victories and recognize signs of recovery like laughing without crashing. Learn how to rebuild identity and safely engage with life again, focusing on consistent practices for long-term healing.

Dr. Robert Groysman, a dual-boarded anaesthesiologist and pain specialist, dives into the complexities of Long Covid. He reveals six key mechanisms including mitochondrial dysfunction, which is crucial for energy production but can be damaged by COVID-19. Dr. Groysman emphasizes the importance of pacing to avoid post-exertional malaise and outlines a two-step recovery protocol that combines antioxidant support with careful mitophagy. His insights shed light on the multi-faceted nature of Long Covid and the need for a tailored treatment approach.

**Content warning for discussion of suicidal thoughts from around 8:45 for 2 minutes**Jamie shares her powerful journey from being bedbound with Long Covid to full recovery, offering hope and practical insights into the healing process.• Initially experiencing tachycardia, PoTS, extreme fatigue, and sensitivities to light and sound• Deteriorating to the point of being bedbound and unable to care for herself• Reaching a mental health crisis point that became a surprising turning point• Discovering the concept that Long Covid could be a hypersensitive nervous system stuck in fight-or-flight• Using brain retraining techniques to gradually rebuild activity levels and trust in her body• Finding support through group coaching where achievements were celebrated• Completing the Lightning Process to bridge the final gap to complete recovery• Returning to full-time work as the milestone that marked complete recovery• Learning to distinguish between normal tiredness and illness-related symptoms• Finding a new identity and priorities after recovery, focusing on health and familyIf you're struggling with Long Covid, remember that recovery is possible. Jamie's journey shows that understanding your nervous system and taking small, consistent steps forward can lead to healing, even from the most severe symptoms.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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**

Dr. Kendal Stewart, a skilled physician with expertise in ENT, neurosurgery, and functional medicine, shares insights on holistic approaches to Long Covid. He emphasizes the importance of viewing the body as an interconnected system rather than isolating symptoms. Key topics include T-cell exhaustion and the role of genetics in personalizing treatment plans. Dr. Stewart discusses how peptide therapies can rejuvenate immune responses and the unique inflammatory patterns seen in Northern European populations. He advocates for creating a healing environment instead of merely treating symptoms.

Join Dr. Henry Mahncke, a neuroscientist and brain training pioneer, alongside Dr. Gitendra Uswatte, a rehabilitation psychologist, as they unveil transformative strategies for combating Long Covid brain fog. They discuss the brain's remarkable plasticity and its potential to recover cognitive functions through targeted training. Learn how their innovative approach blends cognitive exercises with real-world tasks, leading an impressive 80% of participants back to work. This discussion challenges misconceptions about brain health and emphasizes its crucial link to overall well-being.

In this episode, Jackie is joined by Theresa Aristarco who shares her Long Covid recovery story. Theresa's journey from an active software engineer to battling long-haul COVIDNavigating complex medical challenges and invisible symptomsThe critical role of mental health in recoveryOvercoming vestibular issues and physical limitationsFinding hope and healing through physical therapy, medication, and supportEpisode Themes:Long COVID recoveryMental health and healingThe importance of community and vulnerabilityNon-linear recovery processMemorable Quotes:"I was never going to get better alone""Progress isn't linear, recovery isn't linear""I'm only recently starting to say I'm not sick anymore"Links:Theresa's website: theresaaristarco.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/theresaaristarcoSubstack: theresaaristarco.substack.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 herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI 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**