Hey there! It’s Dr. Shea here. Are you feeling stuck in pain or chronic illness? Anxiety? Depression? Does it seem like no matter what you try, you don’t feel better? I’ve been there, and so have many others who find their way into my clinic. According to the CDC, over 129 million people in the US suffer from at least one chronic illness. A staggering 90% of the $4.1 trillion spent on healthcare annually in the US goes to managing and treating these chronic illnesses. So, why is it that despite all this effort, the problem only seems to be getting worse?
As a holistic health practitioner for the last 10 years, I’ve identified several major reasons why my patients weren’t getting better before seeking out alternative healing methods like Network Spinal Chiropractic care. Think of the human body, particularly the nervous system, as a computer. Imagine trying to run new technology on an old computer with an outdated operating system—it just wouldn’t work. This analogy highlights how our modern lifestyle overwhelms our bodies, much like outdated technology trying to cope with modern demands.
Evolution takes hundreds of thousands of years, and our bodies are struggling to keep up with the fast-paced world of technology, information overload, chemicals, genetically modified foods, and extreme levels of psychological stress. Based on this perspective, here are a few major reasons why healing and symptom relief is often slowed:
1. Stress
Continuous stress can severely hinder your ability to heal from pain and illness. When constantly retriggered into a “Fight, Flight, or Freeze” response, the hormones preparing your body for stress deplete the vitamins and minerals needed for healing and repair. Remember, we cannot grow and survive at the same time. Being in a state of survival competes with our body’s ability to heal and grow.
2. Nervous System Dysregulation
Our nervous system's response to stress is critical. While we are highly dynamic as humans, we have lost resilience. Ideally, after feeling threatened, our bodies should return to baseline. However, many people remain stuck in a “Fight, Flight, or Freeze” response long after the stressor is gone, leading to severe immune system dysfunction. Network Spinal Chiropractic care can help re-regulate the nervous system, promoting healing and resilience.
3. Chemical Exposure
The average woman in the US exposes herself to over 168 chemicals daily through her beauty routine alone. This doesn’t include pesticides, environmental chemicals, and cleaning products. Such chemical overload burdens the liver and other tissues, causing inflammation and slowing the body’s ability to fight off other invaders. Exposure to toxic molds and heavy metals in drinking water, deodorants, and cooking supplies can also block the body’s natural healing processes.
4. Underlying Infection
Stress and chemical exposure can reactivate dormant viruses like Lyme Disease or Epstein Barr, causing low-grade inflammation and slowing the body’s ability to heal. These infections can spike symptoms during times of stress and impede recovery from other illnesses or injuries.
5. Toxic Thoughts
The quality of our thoughts plays a crucial role in our healing journey. Toxic thought patterns, such as victim consciousness, negative self-talk, and feelings of unworthiness, can severely hinder our ability to heal. Our mind is a powerful tool, and what we focus on manifests in our lives.
Conclusion
This article is a starting point for those feeling stuck in pain or illness and looking for a way to heal. Many of these issues require support from a holistic health practitioner, such as a Network Spinal Chiropractor, Acupuncturist, Naturopath, or Functional Medicine practitioner. These professionals can be invaluable members of your healing team.
If you’re ready to explore a comprehensive approach to healing, consider joining our upcoming class, "Uncovering the Power of Network Spinal Care," where we delve deeper into these topics and more. This class will provide valuable insights into how Network Spinal Chiropractic care can help you on your journey to better health.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can transform your health and well-being!
Warm regards,
Dr. Shea Osuna
Vertically Sourced
(720) 295-7756
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