Ep. 139 Was Long Covid predicted 4 years ago? Learn more about why and how these predictions were made.

Text Dr. Lenz any feedback or questions COVID-19 Pandemic and its Impact on Chronic PainIn this episode Dr. Michael Lenz, he discusses the expected impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on increased levels of chronic pain based on a research article from the Journal of Pain. He explains how the pandemic has disrupted daily life across all sectors of society along with the various possibilities of chronic pain as a result of the COVID-19 virus. He discusses the psychological, physical and social stressors brought by the pandemic that potentially lead to chronic pain and other related health issues. Furthermore, he shares his thoughts regarding the condition known as long-haul COVID and chronic overlapping pain conditions. By the end of the episode, Dr. Lenz calls for effective strategies to mitigate the health consequences brought on by the pandemic as well as steps towards chronic pain management.00:00 Introduction: A Personal Encounter with COVID-1901:29 The Impact of COVID-19 on Chronic Pain02:08 Meet Your Host: Dr. Michael Lenz02:17 The Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Model of Chronic Pain02:43 The Disruption of Daily Life by the Pandemic03:19 The Potential Health Consequences of COVID-1904:43 The Impact of COVID-19 on Healthcare Workers10:50 The Economic Impact of the Pandemic11:49 The Role of Stress in Chronic Pain15:53 The Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health16:15 The Future of Healthcare in the Wake of COVID-1923:51 Conclusion: Click here for the YouTube Channel  Click here for the YouTube channel Support the showWhen I started this podcast and YouTube Channel—and the book that came before it—I had my patients in mind. Office visits are short, but understanding complex, often misunderstood conditions like fibromyalgia takes time. That’s why I created this space: to offer education, validation, and hope.  If you’ve been told fibromyalgia “isn’t real” or that it’s “all in your head,” know this—I see you. I believe you. This podcast aims to affirm your experience and explain the science behind it. Whether you live with fibromyalgia, care for someone who does, or are a healthcare professional looking to better support patients, you’ll find trusted, evidence-based insights here, drawn from my 29+ years as an MD.Please remember to talk with your doctor about your symptoms and care. This content doesn’t replace per...