Autonomic & nervous system
POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
Rapid heart rate and symptoms when standing up.
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Vagal Dysfunction
Symptoms linked to vagus nerve and autonomic regulation.
Understanding vagal dysfunction
The vagus nerve is a major part of the parasympathetic nervous system, influencing heart rate, digestion, and more. “Vagal dysfunction” is a popular term, but the symptoms attributed to it overlap with many medical conditions and deserve proper evaluation.
Symptoms you may notice
- Digestive discomfort
- Heart-rate or blood-pressure symptoms
- Lightheadedness or fainting
- A sense of being stuck in “fight or flight”
Why an individual evaluation matters
Be cautious of simple explanations for complex symptoms. Digestive, cardiac, and autonomic symptoms should be evaluated medically before attributing them to any single nerve or to spinal alignment.
Where One Life’s care may fit
One Life does not treat vagal dysfunction. Dr. Jon can evaluate accompanying neck or musculoskeletal concerns on their own merits, coordinated with your medical care.
Explore our upper cervical approachWhen to seek medical care
Seek urgent medical care for fainting with injury, chest pain, severe shortness of breath, or difficulty swallowing.
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 vagal dysfunction
Can an adjustment stimulate the vagus nerve?
There is no established clinical basis for claiming vagus-nerve treatment through spinal care. Medical evaluation comes first for these symptoms.
What kind of doctor should I see?
Start with your primary-care provider, who can involve cardiology, gastroenterology, or autonomic specialists as needed.
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