From Dizzy Spells to Daily Insights: How Lumia Changed My Health Journey

Living with POTS and dysautonomia can be exhausting, not just physically but emotionally too. Trying to explain invisible symptoms, chasing answers, and feeling dismissed or misunderstood can take its toll.

For Ria O., that was her reality for years.

“Before Lumia, I was so frustrated with how my symptoms kept getting worse after COVID. I couldn’t function like I used to,” she says. “Showers would leave me dizzy. Walking in the heat felt like running a marathon when everyone around me was fine. I couldn’t stand for long without pain, and I had no idea why my body was giving out on me. It felt like I was fighting alone.”

“Lumia Helped Me Finally See the Whole Picture”

When she started using Lumia, things began to click.

“Seeing my blood flow data laid out helped me understand what I was dealing with every single day. For the first time, I could see patterns I had only felt before. I realized how standing too long or getting overheated affected me. That validation meant everything. It reminded me my symptoms were real, even when others couldn’t see them.”

She also discovered practical ways to support her body through the insights she gained.

“I started using compression to manage blood pooling, pacing myself better, and noticing trends that helped me avoid crashes. I felt like I was finally one step ahead instead of always reacting.”

Comfortable, Reliable, and Backed by Real Support

It wasn’t just the insights that surprised her.

“Lumia is actually comfortable. It stays put, and I can sleep on my side with it. Half the time, I forget I’m even wearing it. And the support team? They’re incredible. They helped me with sizing, sent me different jacket options to try, and fixed app update issues the same day I reached out. That kind of care means so much when you’re already managing a chronic illness.”

A Message for the Community

When asked what she would tell others in the POTS and dysautonomia community about Lumia, she doesn’t hesitate.

“Do it. However you can, try it. It’s not just about tracking symptoms. It’s about validating what you’re going through. That gave me the confidence to listen to my body and advocate for myself.”

Looking to the Future

As an early supporter of Lumia, she feels proud to see how far it has come.

“I participated in the Lumia crowdfunding campaign because I believed this technology could change lives. And it has. Lumia gave me the support and clarity I needed to understand my body better. I can’t wait to see what they come up with next. This is just the beginning for people like me.”

Ready to see what Lumia can do for you? Learn more and start your journey at lumiahealth.com

Disclaimer: This is a personal experience shared by a Lumia user. Not intended to be used diagnostically but only for improving self management of orthostatic conditions.