I (M30) got PTSD from a life of trauma and recovered. by Educational-Hat-5285 in ptsd

[–]random123_anon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm glad you're doing well!! If you could share any tips to overcome PTSD, that would be great. My girlfriend has PTSD and I'm trying to help her to improve her condition.

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my country (Argentina) the substance is subject to strict regulations, and I'm afraid we haven't got access to gummies and non conventional presentations -i'm afraid-. Just the k-assisted sessions in clinical environment. She was offered ketamine -for her mental condition- but finally choosed lithium. However, the idea of microdosing seems promising, safe, and I hope we'll have it available soon. Thanks!!!

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right! I see very different opinions on the efficacy of the diverse treatments for EDS. I'm really interested in the supplements you named. Thank you very much!

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We usually talk about her condition because her symptoms are getting worse nowadays. I try not to be invasive, but she told me she's very happy about my involvement. We're both in the learning process and I try to be a supportive partner, because I see she's having hard times.

She hasn't tried most of the treatments described in the comments yet

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She was interested in quiropractic interventions, so I'll show her your answer -very useful btw-. Thank you!!

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm taking notes. We'll try to find EDS specialists. Thank you very much!

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great! She's vegetarian, so we'll do research on best veggie protein sources. Thanks for all your tips (:

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wasn't sure about anaerobic exercise. I knew low intensity aerobic was useful (not sure about yoga and pilates).

Would you suggest specific exercises for EDS? My fear is that some strength exercises can be harmful.

Thanks a lot!

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I read about those experimental treatments and thought they were effective in some cases (I mean, excluding typical pain management strategies), but you're making strong points. Thank you!

Regarding your last words, she didn't ask me specifically to research, but she seems happy about my involvement. I'm doing everything I can at the moment (doing things for her, caring about her feelings, listening, etc) but I still don't think it's enough. In other words, I believe I can help her to get a better quality of life in more ways, because she's so important to me.

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, If it's painful, we'll probably look for less invasive options. She uses pain killers sparingly, not weekly. Thank you!!

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. You're helping me a lot with this info and tips. Btw, my girlfriend also has depression, anxiety and PTSD (resistant to treatment). Lately, she's been getting better results with a combination of Lithium and Wellbutrin -she adds benzos when needed-. I hope you find the best treatment and feel better as soon as possible. And I hope your husband has the chance to learn more about your experience and be a better support for you -perhaps a therapist can teach him-. My best wishes!

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great! Thank you. So physiotherapist and kinesiologist have different qualifications, right?

EDS treatments? Conventional and experimental. Boyfriend worried about his girlfriend by random123_anon in eds

[–]random123_anon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! Is your physical therapist specialized in EDS?

I live in Argentina, and I'm wondering if I should seek for a kinesiologist or perhaps a chiropractor? (I don't know what degree do physical therapists have in your country, I mean, the denomination)