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Beyond Pain and Fatigue

Vive Pain & Fatigue
Me-Cfs
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
Post-Exertional Malaise
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Neurodivergence
ADHD
Spirituality In Healthcare
Chronic Pain
Autism
Pain
Ollie Crossley
Australia
Physical Activity
Physiotherapy
Meditation
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Flow State
Holistic Health
Orthostatic Intolerance
Fatigue

"Beyond Pain and Fatigue" is a podcast that delves into the complexities of chronic pain, fatigue, and invisible illnesses. Whether you’re a healthcare professional looking for insights to better support your patients, or someone living with pain or fatigue wanting to learn more, this podcast is for you.

Join host Sophie Shephard (Titled Pain Physio & Researcher) and her invited guests, as they b... more

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In this episode, Soph is joined by Anne Wilson, CEO of Emerge Australia, the leading patient organisation for people living with ME/CFS in Australia.

Drawing on her extensive experience in health advocacy, policy, and systems leadership, Anne discus... more

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In this episode, Soph is joined by Rob Nash, integrative Exercise Physiologist, for a discussion about the complexities of considering movement, exercise and physical activity for people living with ME/CFS. They will discuss the importance of first '... more

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In this episode, Soph is joined by Dr Marie-Claire Seeley, clinician-researcher and CEO of the Australian POTS Foundation, for a discussion about all things POTS. In this must-listen ep, Dr Seeley brings not just her clinical and research expertise b... more

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In this episode, Soph is joined by GP Dr Jason Lam for a discussion about Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, along with a deeper chat about medical uncertainty when working with complex invisible illnesses. We discuss what MCAS is, challenges with diagno... more

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Rob Nash
Integrative exercise physiologist and chronic pain and fatigue recovery coach
Healthrive
Episode: Episode 10: Rob Nash - Movement & Activity with ME/CFS
Marie-Claire Seeley
Dr Marie-Claire Seeley, Senior Research Fellow at the University of Adelaide, CEO of the Australian POTS Foundation
University of Adelaide; Australian POTS Foundation
Episode: Episode 9: Dr Marie-Claire Seeley - Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Jason Lam
GP, specialist in hypermobility disorders and MCAS, with a background in sports medicine and neurodivergence
Australian EDS and HSD network; Scientific Advisory Board of the CTDNA
Episode: Episode 8: Dr Jason Lam - Medical Uncertainty and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Oli Meredith
ADHD public health academic
Charles Sturt University
Episode: Episode 7: Dr Oli Meredith - Neurodivergence, Authenticity and Intersectionality
Mitch Hunter
Senior physiotherapist, lecturer, meditation and yoga practitioner
Hunter Healing
Episode: Episode 5: Mitch Hunter - Spirituality in Health Care

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Sophie Shephard
Host of Beyond Pain and Fatigue, Pain Physio & Researcher

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Informative Content and Enjoyable Voices

    As someone with no knowledge of this field, I appreciate the presenters’ ability to make high level content relatable and engaging. The sound quality and voices are excellent, and I hope to hear more.

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    United States2 years ago

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High-quality production and clear, engaging host voices
Strong value for Australian healthcare listeners and global readers alike
Sweet spot for clinicians seeking actionable patient guidance
Listeners praise accessible explanations of high-level topics
Positive note on balance of clinical insight and patient experience

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Episode 5: Mitch Hunter - Spirituality in Health Care
Q: How did Mitch transition from a traditional biomedical view to a more holistic, meaning-centered approach in his practice?
He describes a long process of mentorship, personal meditation and yoga practice, and experiential patient cases that highlighted the limits of a purely mechanical model, leading to a shift toward embracing patient meaning and neurophysiological interconnections.
Episode 8: Dr Jason Lam - Medical Uncertainty and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Q: I wonder, for someone who might be listening, who hasn't come across these conditions, or even as a GP, how would you explain mast cell activation syndrome or histamine intolerance to patients?
MCAS is about mast cells that are either overly reactive or easily triggered, leading to a wide range of symptoms across different organ systems; histamine intolerance is more about how the body handles histamine, with poor breakdown, whereas MCAS involves many mediators beyond histamine. Diagnosis is difficult, so treatment often doubles as a diagnostic signal: if symptoms improve with MCAS-directed therapies, that supports the suspected diagnosis.
Episode 9: Dr Marie-Claire Seeley - Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Q: What are the practical implications for diagnosis and where should clinicians focus first when evaluating a patient suspected of POTS?
Clinicians should use the established diagnostic framework (tilt table or active stand test) to assess delta heart rate with sustained symptoms for at least three months, while ruling out dehydration, thyroid issues, and malnutrition; prefer active stand testing in clinics when possible and reserve tilt testing for uncertain diagnoses or unsafe patients, adapted for gender differences and local context.
Episode 9: Dr Marie-Claire Seeley - Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Q: If you were to explain POTS to someone who hasn't come across it before, how would you describe what POTS actually is?
POTS is a description of a symptom complex where the autonomic nervous system fails to regulate blood return to the heart upon standing, leading to tachycardia and a constellation of symptoms; the condition is a nervous-system disorder with variability in root causes across patients, requiring a personalized medicine approach.
Episode 7: Dr Oli Meredith - Neurodivergence, Authenticity and Intersectionality
Q: What role does masking play in diagnosis and daily life for neurodivergent individuals?
Masking often hides symptoms and delays diagnosis; recognizing and naming masking helps people access appropriate support and reduces energy drain by aligning environments with their true needs.

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The show centers on chronic pain, fatigue, and invisible illnesses, blending clinical insight with lived experience. Across episodes, hosts and guests explore practical movement strategies, autonomic disorders, multisystem conditions, and integrative approaches to care, all through a patient-centered lens. Australia-based context and a willingness to challenge outdated guidelines emerge as notable threads, along with a focus on holistic care, compassion, and collaborative approaches in healthcare. The format tends to pair clinicians or researchers with practitioners who bring mindfulness, neurodiversity awareness, and spirituality into healing, making it a useful resource for clinicians, patients, and advocates seeking evidence-informed, hu... more

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