Overcoming Pain in EDS: Building Stronger Bodies with Whealth 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 a platform that empowers others to manage their pain and regain strength. Katie, a critical care nurse, and Andrew, a kinesiologist, discuss their journeys, challenges with hypermobility, and the innovative methods they’ve developed to help thousands worldwide overcome chronic pain. Learn how movement, strength, and understanding your body can transform your life.

Takeaways:

Movement and Hypermobility: Finding the right type of movement is crucial for managing hypermobility and chronic pain, though it may take trial and error.

Strength Training and Pain Relief: Tailored strength training can significantly reduce pain and improve function in hypermobile bodies.

Listening to the Body: It’s essential to distinguish between good and bad pain, adjusting your activities accordingly.

Holistic Approach: Programs like Whealth emphasize not just movement but also nutrition, stress management, and environment for better overall health.

Self-Compassion: Managing chronic conditions requires patience and self-compassion, recognizing that healing and strength-building is a journey.


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