Coat Hanger Pain by Dr. David Saperstein - PART 2 #shorts

In this resource, Dr. David Saperstein discusses 'coat hanger pain,' a symptom commonly experienced by individuals with dysautonomia, including conditions like POTS and EDS. Coat hanger pain is characterized by aching in the neck and shoulders, often caused by suboptimal blood flow to these muscles. It may arise from prolonged standing and usually improves with lying down. Dr. Saperstein emphasizes that managing the underlying autonomic dysfunction and improving blood flow to the neck and shoulders can alleviate this pain, also potentially benefiting other symptoms like dizziness. He notes the importance of differentiating coat hanger pain from other types of neck and shoulder pain, particularly in patients with POTS and EDS.