Autonomic & nervous system
POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
Rapid heart rate and symptoms when standing up.
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Orthostatic Intolerance
Symptoms that appear when upright and ease when lying down.
Understanding orthostatic intolerance
Orthostatic intolerance means symptoms — lightheadedness, weakness, brain fog, or palpitations — that develop when standing and improve when lying down. It is a feature of several autonomic conditions, including POTS and orthostatic hypotension.
Symptoms you may notice
- Lightheadedness when standing
- Symptoms easing when lying down
- Palpitations or weakness upright
- Difficulty standing for long periods
Why an individual evaluation matters
These symptoms need medical evaluation to identify the cause — dehydration, medication effects, and autonomic disorders are among the possibilities. Keep a record of symptoms and triggers for your physician.
Where One Life’s care may fit
One Life does not treat orthostatic intolerance. Accompanying neck or musculoskeletal concerns can be evaluated separately, with care coordinated around your medical management.
Explore our upper cervical approachWhen to seek medical care
Seek urgent medical care for fainting with injury, chest pain, or palpitations with shortness of breath.
This is not a complete list of warning signs. If you think you may be experiencing an emergency, call 911 rather than wait for an office appointment.
Educational information, not a diagnosis or individualized medical advice. Care recommendations and results vary. Discuss treatment risks, benefits, and alternatives with your provider.
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Questions about orthostatic intolerance
What causes orthostatic intolerance?
Several conditions can cause it, from dehydration to autonomic disorders. Medical evaluation identifies the cause.
Should I track anything?
Yes — when symptoms occur, how long you were upright, and your heart rate if you can measure it. This helps your physician.
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