It's Not in Your Head
Welcome to It's Not in Your Head Podcast, with Dan and Juz. Dr. Dan is a Sports Physician and Justine a Pain Coach and patient. We have come together to find ways to manage complex pain better for both patients and providers. New episodes will come out bi-weekly on all major platforms.
It's Not in Your Head
38 Dysautonomia
Managing Dysautonomia & Chronic Pain: Practical Strategies for Patients & Clinicians
Join Dr. Dan Bates and Justine Feitelson in this episode of 'It's Not In Your Head,' where they delve into dysautonomia and its impacts on chronic pain patients. They discuss various symptoms, such as orthostatic intolerance, gastrointestinal issues, and urinary problems, and provide actionable conservative management strategies for both patients and clinicians. From dietary adjustments and hydration tips to specialized exercises and medications, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you identify, manage and mitigate the effects of various forms of dysautonomia.
00:00 Introduction
01:24 Understanding Dysautonomia
04:17 Recognizing Symptoms in Patients
05:16 Types and Presentations of Dysautonomia
08:52 Orthostatic Intolerance
10:28 Gastrointestinal Issues
11:54 Urinary and Secretomotor Symptoms
14:27 Pupillomotor Symptoms
15:10 Sexual Dysfunction and Historical Perspectives
18:17 Management Strategies for Dysautonomia
22:21 Managing Orthostatic Intolerance and Tachycardia
22:55 Second and Third Line Therapies for POTS
24:01 Gastrointestinal Issues and Diet Management
26:23 Engaging with Gastroenterologists and Specialists
34:19 Sympathetic Overdrive and Anxiety Management
40:25 Movement Strategies for Dysautonomia
43:22 Final Thoughts and Patient Empowerment
Resources
www.iniyh.com/episodes/ep-38-dysautonomia