In this episode of Zebra Talks, host Dr. Libby Hinsley welcomes Dr. Melissa Koehl to discuss her journey with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and how it has shaped her career in physical therapy.
Melissa shares her personal struggles with diagnosis, the importance of recognizing hypermobility in the context of fibromyalgia, and the intersection of these conditions with other systemic issues like dysautonomia and mast cell activation syndrome. She also discusses the significance of personalized exercise programs, gut health, and the holistic approaches necessary to manage these complex conditions effectively.
00:00 Introduction to Zebra Talks
00:35 Meet Melissa Kahle: A Journey with Hypermobile EDS
01:40 Melissa's Personal and Professional Journey
03:35 The Diagnosis and Its Impact
06:19 Exploring Fibromyalgia and Hypermobility
06:48 Understanding Fibromyalgia: Diagnosis and Criteria
12:04 Treatment Approaches for Fibromyalgia
16:13 Exercise and Movement Strategies
22:35 Exploring Mast Cells and Fibromyalgia
24:28 The Gut Microbiome and Pain Connection
24:53 Personal Struggles with SIBO
29:20 Navigating Healthcare as a Hypermobile Human
31:59 Creating Resources for the Hypermobile Community
37:33 Final Thoughts and Resources
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