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Oct. 31, 2024
Office Hours: My Life With EDS
In this personal solo episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, opens up about her journey from aspiring ballet dancer to renowned hypermobility expert. Dr. Linda shares her struggles with joint pain, dislocations, and chronic illness, which led to her diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).…
Oct. 24, 2024
Tarlov Cysts Truths with my Surgeon, Dr. Frank Feigenbaum
In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, reconnects with her neurosurgeon, Dr. Frank Feigenbaum, who performed her Tarlov cyst surgery in 2011. Dr. Feigenbaum, a leading expert in Tarlov cyst treatment, shares the complexities of diagnosing these cysts, how they affect the nerves,…
Oct. 17, 2024
The Untold Secrets to Dance Strength with Adji Cissoko
In this inspiring episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, interviews Adji Cissoko, principal dancer with the Lines Ballet Company. Adji shares her incredible journey of balancing natural flexibility with the strength needed to thrive in professional ballet. From dealing with injuries to discussing the…
Oct. 10, 2024
Yoga Warning: Are You Putting Your Joints at Risk? with Lara Heimann
In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, sits down with physical therapist and yoga expert Lara Heimann to uncover the hidden dangers of yoga for hypermobile individuals. As the creator of the LYT Method, Lara combines yoga with functional anatomy to ensure that…
Oct. 3, 2024
Cutting-Edge Pain Relief Without Surgery with Dr. John Pitts
In this special on-site episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, sits down face to face with Dr. John Pitts! Dr. Pitts, is an expert in regenerative medicine, about cutting-edge treatments for hypermobility and chronic pain. Dr. Pitts discusses prolotherapy, protein rich plasma (PRP), and…
Sept. 26, 2024
Genetic Testing in EDS with Dr. Paldeep Atwal
In this enlightening episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, is joined by renowned clinical geneticist Dr. Paldeep Atwal to delve into the complexities of genetics in hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and related conditions. Dr. Atwal explains the importance of genetic testing, the significance of…
Sept. 19, 2024
Essential EDS Advice from Dr. Linda Bluestein
In this unique solo episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, answers listener-submitted questions about hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), POTS, and related conditions. From understanding the importance of a correct diagnosis to tips for managing symptoms, Dr. Bluestein offers valuable insights on living with chronic…
Sept. 12, 2024
hEDS vs HSD: Controversies in Diagnosis with Alan Hakim, MD
In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, welcomes Dr. Alan Hakim, a world-renowned rheumatologist and expert in Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD). Dr. Hakim reveals for the first time something about his own health. Listen in to find out what…
Sept. 5, 2024
How EDS and HSD Impact Fascia and Pain with Tina Wang, MD
In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, welcomes Dr. Tina Wang, a leading expert in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and fascia research. Dr. Wang delves into the complexities of fascia, particularly its role in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD). She explains…
Aug. 29, 2024
Overcoming Pain in EDS: Building Stronger Bodies with Wealth Founders Katie & Andrew Dettelbach
In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, chats with Katie and Andrew Dettelbach, founders of Whealth, a program dedicated to helping people with hypermobility and chronic pain. Both Katie and Andrew have hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and have turned their personal struggles into…
Aug. 22, 2024
Grief, Healing, and Mental Health Strategies for Chronic Illness with Natasha Trujillo, PhD
In this insightful episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein speaks with Dr. Natasha Trujillo, a licensed sports psychologist specializing in grief, loss, and chronic illness. Dr. Trujillo and Dr. Bluestien both work with the Colorado Ballet. Dr. Trujillo discusses the complex emotional landscape of grieving when faced…
Aug. 15, 2024
Group Rehabilitation for POTS with Emily Rich, OT
In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, sits down with Emily Rich, an occupational therapist specializing in POTS (Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome), Ehlers-Danlos syndromes, and other chronic conditions. Emily, who is also a patient with hypermobile EDS and POTS, shares her insights on…
Aug. 8, 2024
Understanding the Brain's Role in Chronic Pain with Kaitlin Touza, PhD
In this episode of the Bendy Bodies podcast, Dr. Linda Bluestein, the Hypermobility MD, engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Kaitlin Touza, a renowned pain psychologist. Dr. Touza delves into the complexities of chronic pain, explaining how the nervous system, brain processes, and psychological factors contribute to pain experiences.…
