Listener Feedback and Understanding Abdominal Migraines 00:00 Welcome  01:02 Introducing the Podcast: A Holistic Approach to Fibromyalgia 02:46 Listener Feedback: Stories of Hope and Healing 12:24 Exploring Abdominal Migraines and abdominal pain in autistic individuals 17:29 Diet, Gut Health, and Autism: Insights and Treatment Options 27:20 Pain Recipes and Closing Thoughts Support the show A Fibromyalgia Starter Pack, which is a great companion to the book Conquering Your Fibromyalgia, is now available. Dr. Michael Lenz practices general pediatrics and internal medicine primary care, s ..read more

In this last episode of the series with Laura Hogan and Sarah Meuler, both specialized physical therapists, they discuss the significance of patients sharing their personal stories encompassing childhood, strengths, and traumas. They underline the therapeutic value of building trust through listening to patients' narratives, especially for those living with chronic invisible illnesses such as POTS, fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.  00:00 Welcome to the Interview Series on Chronic Invisible Illnesses 00:27 The Power of Patient Stories in Physical Therapy 02:11 Building a Therap ..read more

This episode is part 2  of the conversation  with physical therapists Lauren Hogan and Sarah Mueler, discussing the lack of updated physical therapy care for patients with chronic invisible illnesses.  The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding one's condition for better management, debunking the 'no pain, no gain' philosophy, and the role of self-monitoring and journaling in recognizing the body's responses to different activities. Special attention is given to empowering patients to take control of their healthcare, the challenges and strategies for managing con ..read more

Understanding ADHD in Adults and Its Comprehensive Management This episode features the second part of an interview with ADHD experts Mindy and Jeffrey Katz. The discussion revolves around the prevalence and impact of ADHD not only in children but also in adults, emphasizing its significant role in the lives of those with chronic conditions like fibromyalgia. Various aspects such as the underdiagnosis of ADHD, the challenges posed by electronic medical records for healthcare professionals with ADHD, and the coping mechanisms for managing ADHD are explored. The episode also delves into the adv ..read more

Understanding ADHD: Insights from Experts Mindy and Dr. Jeffrey Katz The podcast episode features husband and wife duo, Mindy and Dr. Jeffrey Katz, who are experts in the field of ADHD. Mindy Katz, a life coach with a master's in social work, specializes in helping adults with ADHD using a variety of therapeutic approaches, including positive psychology and cognitive behavioral therapies. Dr. Jeffrey Katz is a psychologist focusing on ADHD, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems across all ages. The couple shared their backgrounds, insights into ADHD's impact on behavior and health, a ..read more

Important insights from research are illuminating secrets of Chronic Pain in Children. This episode looks at research into the complexities of chronic pain among children. Dr. Lenz discusses the growing understanding that chronic pain often arises from how the central nervous system interprets  sensory inputs. The episode highlights the importance of early detection and treatment of chronic pain in altering its lifelong course. Also, it emphasizes that neuroimaging studies have found specific correlations in the brain with chronic pain, but more research is needed.  00:00 Introduct ..read more

Understanding Long-Covid under the Fibromyalgia and related conditions framework, also known as nociplastic pain conditions. In this episode of the Conquering Your Fibromyalgia podcast, host Dr. Michael Lenz explores the possible connections between Long-Covid and Fibromyalgia. He reviews two articles(A and B) providing different perspectives on the issue, focusing on the similarities in symptoms and the overlap with other chronic pain conditions. Dr. Lenz explains the term Long-Covid, detailing the range of persistent symptoms experienced by patients post-COVID-19 infection and how they mirr ..read more

COVID-19 Pandemic and its Impact on Chronic Pain In 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 reg ..read more

The podcast discusses the historical medical phenomena of 'Railway Spine', a post-accident "traumatic neurosis" condition noted in the 19th century, and its relevance to understanding modern chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia. This condition often arose after railroad accidents, showing symptoms similar to fibromyalgia such as pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties. The podcast discusses how physicians struggled to diagnose this condition due to the lack of clear physical abnormalities and the role of psychological factors, exploring the theories of notable physicians like Dr. Eric ..read more

In this episode Dr. Michael Lenz  explores the historical understanding of chronic pain that lacks visible physical symptoms. He discusses stigma against sufferers, hypochondria, historical sex bias in pain understanding, and the transition in recognizing non-visible pain as real with the advent of functional MRIs. Dr. Lenz makes a case for the necessity of understanding the complexity of pain beyond the classic biomedical model and acknowledging the historical roots of current attitudes towards pain for better pain management in the present . 00:00 Introduction to Chronic Pain and Stigm ..read more