Inflammation: There's more to the story

The Hidden Cause of Inflammation

Many parents know the struggle of dealing with a child who has chronic health issues. You might have tried traditional medicine or even alternative treatments to manage inflammation, but what if there's more to the story? One of the most overlooked causes of inflammation: Vagus Nerve Dysfunction and Nervous System Dysregulation.

Why Inflammation Isn't the Whole Story

Chronic inflammation is linked to many health problems, but it might not be the only culprit. Even conditions like autism, ADHD, anxiety, and epilepsy can be connected to inflammation. Traditional treatments might focus on reducing inflammation, but that alone may not solve the underlying issue.

The Rise of Chronic Conditions

The number of children with chronic illnesses is on the rise. Recent studies report that 27% of kids have a chronic condition. Not only that, but 1 in 15 have multiple chronic conditions. This suggests that traditional approaches might be missing something. Here's where the vagus nerve and the nervous system come in.

Stress and the Missing Puzzle Piece

Traditional treatments often focus on diet changes and supplements, but they might miss a key factor: chronic stress. Even kids can experience stress, which can disrupt their nervous system and make it harder for their body to fight inflammation.

The Vagus Nerve: Your Body's Calming System

Imagine a nerve that acts like a "rest and digest" button. That's the vagus nerve! This long nerve plays a vital role in helping the body relax and digest food.

If the vagus nerve isn't working well, it can lead to problems with the gut, immune system, and even mood. Recent findings show a HUGE connection between the vagus nerve and the immune system, specifically in the control and regulation of inflammation. When the vagus nerve is not functioning at its best, the body is unable to manage inflammation as its meant to do. This can lead to many chronic health issues.

Checking Vagus Nerve Health

How do you test for Vagus Nerve Dysfunction? That's where we come in! Our office is equipped with a special scanning software called INSiGHT scans. These special tests can assess the nervous system and vagus nerve function and identify specific areas of subluxation, nervous system interference, inflammation, and temperature changes within the spine. These tests can help determine if the vagus nerve is contributing to your child's health problems.

The Path to Healing

If your child has chronic health issues, there's hope! Techniques to improve vagus nerve function can be a game-changer. By addressing the root cause of inflammation, you can help your child on their journey to better health.

If your child is struggling with inflammation-related symptoms such as immune and autoimmune disorders, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, seizures, or other neuroimmune-related health challenges, it's time to look beyond symptom management and dig deeper to address the root cause within the nervous system. True healing is found within!

If you suspect your chid is struggling with vagus nerve dysfunction, schedule a scan with us at Perfect by Design!

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