24. Reframing Chronic Illness & Symptoms with Jonathan Parr

Have you been feeling discouraged by a chronic illness diagnosis? We're talking to rehabilitation clinician Jonathan Parr about his work as an EDS and Dysautonomia specialist, and working with people who have received a chronic illness diagnosis to help them get their lives back. Jonathan discusses how you can holistically reframe the way you look at your diagnosis, make the mindset shift away from the "quick fix" mentality, and how to begin addressing the nervous system to help you heal from the inside out. Jonathan began working as an exercise physiologist for cardiac and metabolic conditions while also working as a strength and conditioning coach training high-school, collegiate, and professional athletes. After graduating with a Master's in Physical Therapy, he began working with people with some of the most traumatic injuries and rarest disorders worldwide. Additionally, he's currently one of a few rehabilitation clinicians nationwide who currently specializes in the treatment of EDS and Dysautonomia using his "3-systems" approach. Show Notes: -Jonathan's story on how he became interested in this specific niche of physical therapy -Jonathan's specific method and 3-step holistic approach to supporting people in his practice -How to focus more on holistic healing instead of a diagnosis or prognosis -How chronic illness can affect athletes or high performers -Addressing the nervous system and the mind-body connection -Simple exercises you can use to practice injury prevention in your own life Resources: -Jonathan's Instagram: @jparr_fs -Visit Jonathan's Website -Cait's Instagram: @caitrossco -Cait's Website -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -The Vital-Side Membership Join our community: bit.ly/rewirethepodcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: bit.ly/rewiredisclaimer