Long Covid
Long COVID, also known as post-COVID-19 syndrome or long-haul COVID, refers to a condition where individuals continue to experience symptoms for weeks or even months after recovering from the initial COVID-19 infection. While there isn’t a standardized definition, long COVID is generally described as a chronic condition that persists long after the acute phase of the illness.
Statistics from the global clinical studies of long COVID published in the International Journal of the Infectious Diseases, show that Long COVID affects approximately 31% of individuals in North America, 44% in Europe, and 51% in Asia. Ongoing clinical trials focus on addressing persistent issues such as fatigue, lung function, and cognitive difficulties. Despite ongoing research, an effective and universally accepted treatment for long COVID has yet to be established. More investigation is needed into the condition’s underlying causes to develop reliable solutions.
Common Symptoms of
Long Covid
Long COVID can cause a wide range of symptoms that persist for weeks, months, or even years after the initial COVID-19 infection. These symptoms can vary in intensity and may fluctuate over time. While some individuals experience significant improvement within three to six months, others may need comprehensive care due to ongoing health challenges. Symptoms can be difficult to diagnose and may lead to long-term health issues or disability.
Frequent Symptoms of Long COVID based from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
✅General symptoms: Fatigue that affects daily activities and worsens after physical or mental exertion. Fever is also commonly reported.
✅Respiratory and heart symptoms: Difficulty breathing, persistent coughing, chest pain, and heart palpitations (rapid or pounding heartbeat).
✅Digestive symptoms: Diarrhea, stomach pain, and constipation.
✅Neurological symptoms: Brain fog, difficulty concentrating, headaches, sleep disturbances, dizziness upon standing, and altered taste or smell. Some may also experience anxiety or depression.
✅Other symptoms: Muscle and joint pain, skin rashes, and changes in menstrual cycles. Many individuals also report symptoms that are difficult to explain or manage, making diagnosis and treatment challenging.
Long COVID’s unpredictable nature and variety of symptoms make it crucial to seek medical attention for proper care and management.
Empowered to Thrive: Moving Past
Long COVID’s Challenges
While Long COVID may impact daily life, it’s not a permanent roadblock. Many individuals are finding ways to manage their symptoms and, in some cases, fully recover. By staying proactive and connected to the right resources, you can take control of your health journey and move toward a better future. Remember, every small step forward is a victory, and progress may be slow, but it is absolutely possible.
You might be asking these
Questions
❔“Are you feeling anxious or down, possibly because of ongoing symptoms that just don’t seem to go away?”
❔“Do you still feel tired or have trouble concentrating, even months after recovering from COVID-19?”
❔“Are you experiencing shortness of breath or chest pain that wasn’t there before your illness?”
❔“Do physical activities or mental tasks seem to drain your energy more than they used to?”
❔“Have you noticed changes in your sense of taste or smell that haven’t returned to normal?”
❔“Do you feel frustrated or hopeless because your symptoms seem to linger, despite trying different treatments?”
If you answered “yes” or relate to any of these questions, this may be the right time to seek help. Support is here, and solutions are within reach to help you manage your symptoms and start your recovery journey.
If it’s YES??? Then check out the testimonials below…
Symptoms No Longer Control Their
Lives—Yours Could Be Next
For many, the road to recovery from Long COVID has been filled with ups and downs. These brave individuals share their personal experiences of navigating the twists and turns, ultimately finding relief and strength along the way. When the disease disrupted their lives, these individuals didn’t give up. They sought the help they needed and gradually found their way back to health. Their stories are full of hope, resilience, and a reminder that even when it feels like recovery is out of reach, there’s always a path forward.
“Dr Riggs's course on Polyvagal strategies for recovery from Long COVID stands out for me in its provision of the tools to forge my own recovery in physical, emotional, mental and spiritual dimensions. It brings together information, strategies, resources, all of them in a well organized program of self paced learning provided by someone, the wonderful doctor Riggs, whom I can trust because of her deep knowledge of this field and because she herself has taken this difficult journey and achieved wellness and healing.”
“I feel like the course helped me to better understand the nervous system and to get some strategies to help. For me, usually calming down the sympathetic nervous system. It was also helpful in getting strategies to cope with crashes when I would get overwhelmed and find that my body would go into shutdown.”
“Before I did start the course I didn't really understand somatic and poly vagal work and I didn't understand how to bring my system down and calm my system. Although I'd done Rebecca Toland's be your own medicine course. And I've done reset program with OHC. But, yeah, this gave me the hands on knowledge and that made a big difference. The parts that I use most are the hands on type work. So how holding your hands on your face and your eyes, your heart, holding your hands. Um I find them the most useful way to calm myself, get myself out of fight flight. Um The grounding stuff doesn't resonate with me as much. Um The orienting does, but the um pushing away and the this is mine, this is mine also not as much. Um but the hands on my face is actually really resonates. So two things I mentioned, it's very easy, very accessible because it's just two small videos. Um So that was, that was good because a lot of them really complicate things and you finish the course and don't actually know what you've learnt. Um I found that with Rebecca Toland's course. Um And the second thing, oh, sorry. I don't know. Um That's, that's all.”
Healing from Long COVID can be challenging and complex, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our coaches and mentors are here to empower you on your journey to recovery from Long COVID, offering the tools and encouragement you need to restore your health naturally and sustainably.
Coaching offers a personalized, supportive approach that complements medical treatments. By working with someone who listens and understands your struggles, you can feel more equipped to face the ups and downs of recovery.
What benefits come from working with a coach?
✅ Tailored Guidance for Your Unique Journey: A coach doesn’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, they listen to your body’s needs and work with you to create a recovery plan that feels right for you. With personalized strategies, you’ll take steps that genuinely support your long-term healing.
✅ Flexible Support When You Need It Most: Unlike more rigid forms of care, coaching provides flexibility that adapts to your life and recovery pace. Whether it’s daily check-ins or on-demand support, your coach is there when you need real-time feedback, helping you manage challenges as they arise.
✅ Rediscover Your Power in Healing: Coaching helps you reconnect with your inner strength and wisdom. You’re the expert on your life, and with a coach’s support, you’ll learn to listen to your body, trust your instincts, and actively shape your path to recovery. You’re in control, with the guidance of someone who’s been through it.
✅ Encouragement and Accountability: Recovery can feel isolating, but with a coach, you have someone who believes in your progress. They offer consistent motivation and hold you accountable to your goals, ensuring you’re not navigating this journey alone or losing momentum.
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If you’re struggling to see improvement after months or even years of dealing with Long COVID, it’s time to seek the personalized help you deserve. Our experienced coaches understand your challenges and are ready to help you navigate this difficult time with empathy and expertise. Connect with us now to start building a path toward a healthier, symptom-free future.
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