How Low Dose Naltrexone May Support EDS Pain and Inflammation

Low-dose naltrexone is gaining attention as a potential option for chronic pain management in Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and hypermobility spectrum disorders. Dr. Clair Francomano explains what LDN is, how it may reduce inflammation and central sensitization, what the current research shows, and important safety considerations. Learn why finding the right dose matters and what patients should discuss with their provider before exploring this off-label therapy. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and management on The Ehlers-Danlos Society website: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/what-is... __________________________ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Low Dose Naltrexone 02:06 What Naltrexone Is and How It Works 03:02 Mechanism of Action and Inflammation 04:02 LDN and Central Sensitization in EDS 05:03 Research on LDN for Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia 06:18 Safety, Side Effects, and Drug Interactions 07:20 Finding the Right Dose Through Titration __________________________ HELPFUL LINKS: Ehlers-Danlos Society: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/ Health Professionals Directory: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/healthc... Centers of Excellence: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/centers... EDS Echo: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/echo/ Hypermobility 101: https://ehlers-danlos.org.nz/hypermob... Chronic Pain Partners: https://www.chronicpainpartners.com/ Bendy Bodies Podcast: https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/ Unraveled Podcast:   / unraveledpod   Bobby Jones CSF: https://bobbyjonescsf.org/ Inspire: https://www.inspire.com/groups/eds-an... Leslie Russek - https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/leslie-... Jeannie De Bon: https://jeanniedibon.com/ David Saperstein - https://complexneurology.com/ Dr. Kaufman and Ruhoy -   / unraveledpod   ________________________ Follow Dr. Clair's Channels! Dr. Clair's YouTube Channel: @DoctorClair Dr. Clair's Instagram:   / dr.clairfrancomano   ________________________ #ehlersdanlos #hypermobility #ehlersdanlossyndrome #EDSsyndrome #EDS #genetic #dnatesting #genomics #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #genetictesting ____________________________ The information contained in the multimedia content ("Video Content") has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. The Video Content should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your physician or a qualified health provider for any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not ignore professional medical advice or delay seeking it based on the information provided in the Video Content. All liability for any direct, indirect, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising from the use of the Video Content is disclaimed. The Video Content is offered as is, without warranties.