164 - The Art of Listening & Validating in Healthcare with Clayton Powers

Discover the transformative journey of Clayton Powers, a dedicated doctor of physical therapy who transitioned from orthopedic and musculoskeletal issues to specializing in complex conditions like ME/CFS, PoTS, and Long Covid. Clayton's PoTS rehabilitation showcases continuous learning and collaboration with experts.Telehealth is vital for Long Covid and ME/CFS patients, but faces legislative challenges.Healthcare systems need to adapt to support unique health needs, as highlighted by personal stories.Patient education and support, especially listening and validation by doctors, are crucial.Practical solutions for energy conservation and managing post-exertional malaise are explored.Prioritizing joy and building social connections enhance recovery and quality of life.Links:Basic PEM Explanation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkS6L3Klc00Orthostatic Intolerance Explanation Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=Gh4vpKsLbr8Life with a Low Battery: Living with ME/CFS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKWk99Fsd_oBateman Horne Center Crash Survival Guide: https://batemanhornecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/filebase/crash_care/Dark_Blue_Survival_Guide_Complete.pdfResources for Rehab Providers: https://batemanhornecenter.org/providers/mecfs/diagnosing-managing/rehab-professionals/Message me! (I can't reply to these messages) For more information about Long Covid Breathing courses & workshops, please check out LongCovidBreathing.com (music credit - Brock Hewitt, Rule of Life) Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costsTranscripts available on individual episodes herewww.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook Instagram  Twitter Facebook Creativity GroupSubscribe to mailing listI love to hear from you, via socials or [email protected]**Disclaimer - you should not rely on any medical information contained in this Podcast and related materials in making medical, health-related or other decisions. Please consult a doctor or other health professional**