06/19/2026
☀️ Does Summer Make Your POTS Symptoms Worse?
You're not imagining it.
Many people with POTS and dysautonomia notice increased dizziness, fatigue, brain fog, palpitations, nausea, and exercise intolerance as temperatures rise. Heat places additional stress on the autonomic nervous system and can trigger symptom flares even in patients who have been doing well.
Understanding why this happens is the first step toward managing it. In our newest NeuroSport article, we discuss:
• Why heat worsens POTS symptoms
• The Heat-POTS Cycle
• Why hydration alone is often not enough
• Practical cooling strategies
• Summer travel tips
• How to recognize a developing dysautonomia flare
• When to seek medical attention
Whether you're planning a vacation, trying to stay active, or simply navigating day-to-day life during the summer months, these strategies may help you better manage symptoms and reduce heat-related flares.
Read the full article here:
🔗https://www.neurosportspineandconcussion.com/pots-summer-survival-guide?rq=summer