Long Covid - Dr Deepak Ravindran

Long Covid is a term that’s been adopted by those who have been struggling with a variety of symptoms having had an accurate Covid episode and is currently estimated to be experienced by 10% of the population. Dr Deepak Ravindran explains what Long Covid is, the ways it is being treated and the preventative measures that can be taken. Calming and supporting the immune system means re-evaluating your diet and assessing your levels of well-being to bring balance and in this episode packed with content you can find out how to get started. KEY TAKEAWAYS People can suffer from fluctuating symptoms and fatigue is a common presentation. In the short term (3-6months) respiratory symptoms, cardiac symptoms, neurological symptoms and ENT symptoms are seen. Beyond this period fatigue, pain and psychical issues become dominant. There is a hyperactivity of the immune system and that activation seems to be something the body can’t control. On most occasions, the immune system achieves an equilibrium. There are a group of people whose immune systems don’t achieve the balance it stays overactive. Health in-equalities do seem to play a role along with social in-equalities in long Covid Currently, it’s estimated that 10% of the population are at risk of long Covid Preventative measures include good hydration, adequate levels of vitamin D and including zinc and selenium in your diet. Evaluating your diet and assessing your levels of well-being are proactive steps that can be implemented. Sleep and physical activity along with mindful activities all support the immune system and calming it down. BEST MOMENTS ‘It is the exuberant immune system and the chemicals that it releases that are likely to cause damage’ ‘Calming and reinforcing our immune systems is key’ ‘You can bring a level of balance to your immune system through the actions and activities you undertake’ VALUABLE RESOURCES The Back Pain Podcast The Back Pain Podcast recommended products affiliate link Dr Deepak Ravindran Twitter This is the powerful approach of The Pain-Free Mindset, where NHS pain consultant Dr Ravindran brings his 20 years of experience to offer you an effective set of techniques that will help you take back control and overcome your pain - https://amzn.to/2Zfp239 Book an appointment to see Dr Deepak Ravindran https://www.berkshirepainclinic.co.uk/dr-deepak-ravindran.html https://getbetteronline.co.uk/experts/dr-deepak-ravindran/ ABOUT THE HOSTS Dave Elliot Dave is the owner of Advanced Chiropractic, a chain of Chiropractic and massage therapy clinics in Essex, UK. Dave still sees patients during the week but has been working hard to talk to as many experts in the field of back pain as possible to help distil all the information and bring it to you in this awesome podcast. You can find Dave on any of the Advanced Chiropractic social media platforms, or you can contact him at hello@thebackpainpodcast.com if you have any questions for him. -Instagram Rob Beaven Rob owns and runs a multidisciplinary clinic, The Dyer St Clinic in Cirencester Gloucestershire. His team of Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Doctors and podiatrists all collaborate on thousands of back pain patients every year. Alongside Dave, he has worked hard to bring to the table experts across all industries to give you the low down on back pain, with steps you can implement today to start feeling better. -Instagram -Twitter CONTACT METHOD Instagram Twitter Facebook hello@thebackpainpodcast.com Support the show: https://thebackpainpodcast.com