92. Empowering Zebra Warriors: THE Guide to Effective Physical Therapy for EDS and HSD with Lilian Holm, DPT

In this Bendy Bodies podcast episode, Dr. Lillian Holm discusses effective physical therapy for EDS and HSD and the importance of correcting function to achieve pain relief and tolerance for exercise. She explains why physical therapy may not always lead to the expected outcome, emphasizing the need for specialized therapists and individualized treatment. She addresses common misconceptions about physical therapy and highlights the importance of communication and realistic expectations. Dr. Linda Bluestein and Dr. Holm cover topics such as progress and setbacks, balancing stretching with strengthening, starting to walk again after severe limitations, physical therapy for scoliosis, and helpful resources and information. Dr. Holm also shares her favorite hypermobility hacks to help individuals stay motivated and achieve their goals.

Takeaways

• Physical therapy can be highly beneficial for symptomatic joint hypermobility, providing pain relief and improving function.
• Finding a specialized physical therapist with expertise in hypermobility conditions is crucial for successful treatment.
• Misconceptions about physical therapy, such as the belief that it should be painful, can hinder progress.
• Individualized treatment plans and gradual progression are key to achieving the best outcomes in physical therapy.
• Open communication with the physical therapist and realistic expectations are essential for success.

Chapters ➡

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Lillian Holm

01:15 What can physical therapy do for people with symptomatic joint hypermobility?

04:19 Reasons why physical therapy may not lead to expected outcomes

09:09 How to find the best possible physical therapist for EDS and HSD

11:58 Misconceptions about physical therapy for joint hypermobility

21:25 Approach for people who don't like to exercise

25:41 Resetting the boom and bust cycle

35:23 Metrics for measuring success in physical therapy

50:18 Progress and Setbacks

52:47 Balancing Stretching with Strengthening

56:22 Starting to Walk Again

58:12 Physical Therapy for Scoliosis

01:01:04 Resources and Information

01:02:23 Hypermobility Hacks

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Resources:  

Learn more about guest, Dr. Lilian Holm:

https://www.lilianholm.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hypermobilitydoctor/

https://www.facebook.com/HypermobilityD

Read her guest blog post for the Hypermobility MD website:

https://www.hypermobilitymd.com/post/hypermobile-five-principles-to-make-physical-therapy-work-for-you

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