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Program Rollout Thursdays, Weekly - Simulcast

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Podcast Categories: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Education, Self-Improvement

Video Distribution: YouTube | Spotify

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ABOUT THE PODCAST

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Whether you’re bendy with all the benefits or hurting in all the wrong places, you’ve come to the right place for all things hypermobility. Connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) are often dismissed or overlooked by healthcare providers as a cause of chronic pain. But if you or someone you care about struggles with the life-altering symptoms of hypermobility, you should know YOU ARE NOT ALONE! At the Bendy Bodies Podcast, we understand.

Each week, join Dr. Linda Bluestein (The Hypermobility MD) as she pulls back the curtain on how to prevent injury and unnecessary suffering in “double-jointed” individuals seeking a more comfortable life in their unique, complex “bendy bodies.” When you tune in, you’re engaging in more than a podcast. Both on-air and online, you’re joining a supportive community where patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals trade insights, life hacks, and inspiring stories to embrace our Bendy Bodies journey together!

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DR. LINDA BLUESTEIN

The Hypermobility MD

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Dr. Linda Bluestein, MD, is a multifaceted professional renowned for her expertise in hypermobility disorders. As the founder of Hypermobility MD, she offers specialized medical care to individuals grappling with these conditions. Additionally, Dr. Bluestein is the driving force behind Bendy Bodies, a coaching practice aimed at empowering and supporting individuals with hypermobility.

Her influence extends beyond clinical practice. Dr. Bluestein is the founder and host of the esteemed podcast, "Bendy Bodies with the Hypermobility MD," where she shares valuable insights and resources, enriching the lives of her audience. Dr. Bluestein's dedication to advancing knowledge and awareness of hypermobility disorders is evident in her extensive publications and international lectures. Notably, she contributed two chapters to the influential book, "Disjointed – Navigating the Diagnosis and Management of Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders."

In addition to her clinical and coaching endeavors, Dr. Bluestein actively engages in advocacy and research. She serves on the Allergy and Immunology Working Group for the International Consortium on EDS and HSD, the Medical Advisory Board for Standing up to POTS, and the Board of Directors for the Bridge Dance Project and EDS Guardians. Furthermore, she chairs the Pain Management Committee for the EDS Research Foundation and contributes to the Resources Committee for the Dance Healthy Alliance of Canada.

Dr. Bluestein's commitment to education and mentorship is exemplified through her involvement in initiatives such as the creation of the first online EDS Continuing Medical Education (CME) program with Chronic Pain Partners. She also volunteers as a medical consultant for the organization, supporting individuals with chronic pain conditions.

As an assistant professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Central Wisconsin, Dr. Bluestein has played a pivotal role in directing the RISHI Healer’s Art Program, nurturing compassionate healthcare providers.

    1. Overview of Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) & Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD)

    1. Understanding Hypermobility

    2. The Role of Genetics in EDS and HSD

    3. Pain Management

    4. Comorbidities: POTS, MCAS, and Other Conditions

    5. Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis

    6. Living with EDS/HSD and Managing Symptoms

    7. Treatment Options and Ongoing Research

    8. Community and Support Systems

    9. Intersectionality and EDS/HSD

    10. Living with EDS/HSD and Raising Awareness

    11. Personal Stories and Guest Interviews

    12. Navigating Healthcare Systems and Advocacy

    13. Self-Care and Holistic Approaches

    14. Family and Relationships

    15. Educational and Career Challenges

    16. Alternative Therapies and Lifestyle Adjustments

    17. Alternative Therapies and Lifestyle Adjustments

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AFFILIATIONS

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Logo with three outlined hearts and the text "Standing Up to POTS" in black and gray for POTS awareness.
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Logo of The International Consortium on Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes & Related Disorders featuring a stylized fish within a circular design with target-like rings and black and blue text.
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FEATURED GUESTS

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Professional portrait of Alan Hakim, MD, wearing glasses and a light gray blazer with a black shirt, crossing his arms against a dark background. The text overlay reads, 'Alan Hakim, MD, Chief Medical Officer, EDS Society.'
A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair smiling, sitting against a plain wall, wearing a black athletic tank top and black leggings. Text overlays read 'Jeannie DiBon, Hypermobility Movement Therapist'.
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ENGAGEMENT & TESTIMONIALS

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Five gold stars, purple bold text stating "Great Podcast for All Things Hypermobility from a PT", with a description of a physical therapist’s endorsement of a podcast about hypermobility, autoimmune disorders, and EDS.
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