Personalized Physical Therapy for Complex Conditions

Helping children & adults with POTS, EDS, & complex chronic conditions feel like themselves again

If you’re struggling with POTS, EDS, or complex chronic fatigue, you’ve probably been told “you just need to exercise”

But chances are, the advice you’ve gotten hasn’t addressed the whole picture.

  • Maybe you’ve been bounced between specialists, each focused on a single symptom.

  • Maybe you’ve been told it’s “just anxiety.”

  • Maybe you’ve tried to follow generic plans that only made things worse.

You know there’s more to the story.

Deep down, you trust your body—and you know it’s not broken. With the right support, it can heal, adapt, and get stronger. You want to move your body and feel confident exercising again—you just need a strategy that’s actually built around your unique needs, not a one-size-fits-all plan.

  • I work with adolescents and adults navigating dizziness, fatigue, and pain from POTS, EDS, and other complex chronic conditions. Instead of chasing isolated symptoms, I take a whole-body approach that connects the dots. Together, we’ll build a plan that’s practical, personalized, and aligned with your goals—so you can start feeling like yourself again.

Sound Familiar?

  • Struggling to get out of bed in the morning because you’re dizzy & exhausted

  • Constantly calling in sick to school or work and feeling like you're falling behind

  • Too tired to exercise—or crashing when you try

  • Fighting brain fog that makes it hard to think, focus, or finish tasks

  • Feeling isolated because you keep canceling plans

  • Wondering if you’ll ever feel independent again

Here’s How Life Can Look Instead ...

  • Waking up clear-headed and excited for the day ahead

  • Staying on top of school or work—even when life gets unpredictable

  • Following a simple, energizing exercise routine that works with your body

  • Thinking clearly and getting things done with more ease and confidence

  • Reconnecting with friends and showing up for plans you actually feel well enough to enjoy

  • Feeling empowered to live life on your terms—while knowing it’s okay to ask for help when needed

EDS, POTS, & Complex Chronic Health Support

I’ve been where you are,

and I’m here to help

I know firsthand how frustrating and isolating it can feel when your symptoms are dismissed or misunderstood.

As a teenager, I woke up one morning feeling dizzy, exhausted, and like I was going to pass out. Weeks turned into months of searching for answers—bouncing from doctor to doctor, only to be told I had anxiety, was faking it, or was just trying to skip school. I wasn’t. I was missing out on everything I loved, struggling in school, and losing hope.

Finally, I found a provider who believed me. She connected me with the right team, and step by step, I was able to fully recover from POTS and regain my life.

Now, I help people with complex conditions navigate their health journey with the expert care, guidance, and validation they deserve—so they can go from surviving to thriving.

TESTIMONIAL

client

“Sarah is truly wonderful. She helped me better understand my POTS and gave me many tools to help that I now use everyday. She explained everything clearly and answered all my questions. She will not only help you with your POTS, she will cheer you on and help you achieve your dreams. If you do everything she advises, your life will change. Mine did!”

Who I Help

Children

Teens

Adults

(Ages 10+)

Common Symptoms

Dizziness or light headedness when sitting up or standing up too quickly

Fatigue with minimal activity

Headaches

Chronic Joint Pain

Joint Hypermobility

Weakness

Common Symptoms

Dizziness or light headedness when sitting up or standing up too quickly

Fatigue with minimal activity

Headaches

Chronic Joint Pain

Joint Hypermobility

Weakness

Common Diagnosis

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

Anxiety, Depression, & PTSD

ADHD, Autism, or AuDHD

Functional Neurologic Disoder

Vertigo & Migraines

You Don’t Have to Stay Stuck

Let's connect to find a solution to your health struggles

What to Expect

When You Work With Me

Step 1:

Request An Evaluation

  • The first step is simple—request an evaluation and I’ll reach out to you to make sure we’re a good fit to work together.

Step 2:

Your Initial Evaluation (1 Hour)

  • We’ll discuss your health history, current challenges, and goals. I’ll also assess movement, symptoms, and underlying conditions.

Step 3:

Step 3: Building Your Plan—Together

  • We’ll develop a plan that works for you—one that is realistic, effective, and sustainable.

TESTIMONIAL

real stories

Real stories from people who’ve been where you are—and found a way forward.

I cannot recommend Sarah enough. The improvements I have experienced have truly exceeded my expectations. Exercise used to be something that made my POTS symptoms worse. I went from dreading my 15 minutes on the supine bike to relying on it to make me feel better. In the 6 years since my diagnosis, I have never felt in more control of my POTS.

I cannot thank Sarah enough for helping me get my life back. This has been a life-changing experience and I look forward to the many more milestones I will achieve as I continue to work with her. I know for certain I would not be where I am today without investing my time and effort into this program.

Each healing journey is different, but you don’t have to figure it out alone.

If you’re a person who wants to go:

from:

  • Struggling to get out of bed in the morning because you’re dizzy & exhausted

  • Constantly calling in sick to school or work and feeling like you're falling behind

  • Too tired to exercise—or crashing when you try

  • Fighting brain fog that makes it hard to think, focus, or finish tasks

  • Feeling isolated because you keep canceling plans

  • Wondering if you’ll ever feel independent again

to:

  • Waking up clear-headed and excited for the day ahead

  • Staying on top of school or work—even when life gets unpredictable

  • Following a simple, energizing exercise routine that works with your body

  • Thinking clearly and getting things done with more ease and confidence

  • Reconnecting with friends and showing up for plans you actually feel well enough to enjoy

  • Feeling empowered to live life on your terms—while knowing it’s okay to ask for help when needed

This kind of change is possible with the right support —

and a plan that fits your life.

KIND WORDS

more

Prior to seeing Sarah, POTS controlled my life. Simple daily tasks like getting out of bed felt like climbing a mountain. And as someone in their early 20s, this had me feeling helpless. After various exercise routines yielding no results, I was feeling defeated. Then I found Sarah.

She not only has excellent knowledge, but she truly understands what it is like to deal with POTS. She works with you as part of a team, and genuinely cares about your input instead of just giving you a list of things to do.

FAQs

You’re not the first to ask—so here are some answers.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes!

I am in network with the following health insurances: Blue Cross Blue Shield, Health Partners, Medicare, Medicaid, Cigna, Aetna, and UCare.

If your insurance is not on that list, I am still able to work with you as an out of network provider. I am happy to provide a good faith estimate for costs associated with out of network services.

Do I need a referral to work with you?

A referral is not required in most cases, but I will gladly accept a referral from your healthcare provider. Referrals can be faxed to me at (651) 377-4489.

Where are you located?

I am located within Healthwise Yoga & Wellness Studio at 11110 86th Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55369.

Do you offer telehealth appointments?

Yes, I offer virtual appointments to people who reside in or are willing to travel to Minnesota.

I think I have POTS or EDS, but I don’t have a diagnosis. Can I still work with you?

Absolutely! I am happy to work with you regardless of where you're at on your healing journey.

If I think additional medical evaluation or a medical diagnosis would be beneficial, I can help point your in the direction of a trusted provider to help with medical and/or diagnostic support.

Do I need to discontinue my medications to work with you?

No! Please continue taking all of your medications as prescribed by your medical provider(s). I understand that you may be less symptomatic when taking your medication, and I will take that into account during our evaluation.

Connect with Me

Sarah Dueffert, PT, DPT, NCS

[email protected]

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Address

Healthwise Yoga & Wellness Studio

11110 86th Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55369

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