Overcoming Long-Haul COVID: A Practical, TargetedApproach to Recovery

Long after the initial COVID infection has passed, many people continue to struggle with a wide range of symptoms—fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and more. Known as Long-Haul COVID or PASC (Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2), this condition reflects the complex, multi-system impact of viral damage. Recovery is possible—but only with a targeted, informed approach tailored to your unique biology.

Dr. Chelsea Azarcon helps patients recover from Long COVID by identifying root disruptions—then designing protocols to repair the immune system, brain, and mitochondria with precision.

What Makes Long COVID So Complex?

COVID-19 spike proteins don’t just trigger temporary illness—they can persist in the body, damaging microvasculature and reducing oxygen delivery to tissues. This can lead to system-specific dysfunction, like hormone imbalance, mitochondrial damage, and even reproductive or neurological disruption. They also reactivate other dormant viruses (like EBV), overstimulate mast cells, and trigger lingering immune responses.

Common Lingering Symptoms

• Chronic fatigue and post-exertional crashes

• Brain fog, anxiety, or mood swings

• Hair loss

• Loss of taste or smell

• Dizziness or heart palpitations

• Muscle or joint pain

• Shortness of breath

Start with Testing, Not Guesswork

Each person’s Long COVID story is different. That’s why we start with targeted diagnostics to identify which systems are affected—vascular, mitochondrial, viral, endocrine, or all of the above. Only then can we create a treatment plan that addresses root causes, not just symptoms.

Our Functional Approach to Long COVID Recovery

We use a layered protocol focused on restoring what the spike proteins disrupted:

• Spike protein detox using antioxidants, binders, and immune modulators

• Vascular repair to restore oxygen delivery to tissue (with nutraceuticals targeting endothelial health)

• Blood-brain barrier support using specific nutrients and strategies to reduce inflammation and restore cognitive clarity

• Mitochondrial regeneration with NAD, methylene blue, mitochondrial cofactors, and toxin clearance

• Immune recalibration using low-dose naltrexone (LDN), ivermectin, and curcumin to turn off overactive pathways

• Viral reactivation management using SOT, IV Vitamin C, and mold/parasite detox if needed

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  Note: While we do not offer hyperbaric oxygen therapy at our clinic, some patients include

  it externally as part of their brain recovery plan.

Healing the Brain and Nervous System

Post-COVID brain fog is real—and often tied to microinflammation and blood-brain barrier permeability. We use a multi-phase plan that includes mitochondrial repair, gut-brain axis support, targeted detox, and cognitive rehab strategies to help restore clarity and focus.

Emotional Resilience and Patience

Recovery from Long COVID isn’t linear. There are setbacks. There’s grief. But there is also a path forward. Whether you're just starting your recovery or have tried many things already—know that layered, strategic care can make all the difference.

Let’s Personalize Your Recovery

If you're ready to go beyond symptom management and work on the root causes of your Long COVID, we’re here to help. Visit chelseaazarcon.com to explore our recovery programs and start building a plan tailored to your body’s unique challenges and strengths.