This episode of Zebra Talks features a discussion with Naomi Bauer, a Doctor of Physical Therapy with personal and professional experience in treating dysautonomia and Long COVID. Hosted by Dr. Libby Hinsley, they explore the challenges and management strategies for those living with hypermobility syndromes, focusing on the overlap between long COVID, dysautonomia, and hypermobility. Naomi shares her journey from a healthcare professional to a patient after developing long COVID dysautonomia herself and highlights the importance of understanding personal energy management through pacing and the 50 percent rule. The conversation also addresses potential underlying connections between hypermobility and the increased risk of developing long COVID, emphasizing the significance of social support, proactive resting, and setting boundaries for energy use.  Highlights of this episode include: 00:32 Meet Naomi Bauer: A Journey from PT to Long COVID Survivor01:42 Exploring the Intersection of Long COVID and Hypermobility Syndromes01:56 Naomi's Personal Battle with Long COVID and Suspected Hypermobility05:55 The Complex World of Dysautonomia: From POTS to Long COVID14:28 The Link Between Hypermobility Syndromes and Long COVID23:47 Managing Long COVID and Hypermobility: Strategies for Recovery41:24 Concluding Thoughts and Finding Support