{"podcast":{"title":"Mikkipedia","slug":"mikkipedia-1319728","podcast_index_feed_id":1319728,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/mikkipedia","website_url":"https://www.mikkiwilliden.com","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Rex5xizm5s75WEApb0hW2pnxZ3-n21cWTFT6Emw0820/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wNjI2/NTEwMjAyMWQ2M2Iy/ZjliYjA4ZGFhMTBh/N2E2Ni5qcGc.jpg","author":"Mikki Williden","episode_count":485,"summary":"Mikkipedia is an exploration in all things health, well being, fitness, food and nutrition. I sit down with scientists, doctors, professors, practitioners and people who have a wealth of experience and have a conversation that takes a deep dive into their area of expertise. I love translating science into a language that people understand, so while some of the conversations will be pretty in-depth, you will come away with some practical tips that can be instigated into your everyday life. I hope you enjoy the show!","last_synced_at":"2026-07-15T06:20:29.552212+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mikkipedia-1319728"},"episode":{"title":"Understanding Hypermobility and EDS with Dr. Melissa Koehl","slug":"understanding-hypermobility-and-eds-with-dr-melissa-koehl","published_at":"2026-05-26T17:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mikkipedia-1319728/understanding-hypermobility-and-eds-with-dr-melissa-koehl","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mikkipedia-1319728","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/7eee2953","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/7eee2953/e587e01f.mp3","summary":"Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz , www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.com Curranz Supplement: Use code MIKKIPEDIA to get 20% off your first order - go to www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk to order yours NZ listeners - save 10% off Calocurb by using the code Mikkipedia10 at www.calocurb.co.nz This week on the podcast, Mikki speaks to Melissa Koehl, a physical therapist and movement specialist living with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, who brings both clinical expertise and lived experience to the conversation. In this episode, Melissa breaks down what EDS actually is in practical terms, how it shows up day-to-day, and why so many people go years without a diagnosis. The discussion explores the difference between being naturally flexible and having true hypermobility, along with the often-overlooked symptoms like chronic pain, fatigue, and proprioceptive challenges. Melissa explains what’s happening beneath the surface with joint stability and connective tissue, and why traditional approaches to exercise can sometimes do more harm than good. The conversation then shifts into what actually works. From strength training and motor control to pacing, recovery, and rebuilding trust in the body, Melissa shares a clear framework for managing hypermobility safely and effectively. They also touch on the role of muscle mass, nutrition, and daily habits in supporting long-term function. It’s a grounded and reassuring conversation for anyone navigating a body that feels unpredictable, offering both clarity and practical direction. Melissa is a physical therapist with over two decades of experience, specialising in hypermobility, joint pain, and movement rehabilitation. She lives with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hED…","meta_description":"Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz , www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.com Curranz Supplement: Use code…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4263,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/mikkipedia-1319728/episodes/understanding-hypermobility-and-eds-with-dr-melissa-koehl/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/mikkipedia-1319728/understanding-hypermobility-and-eds-with-dr-melissa-koehl.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}