For most people, digestion is a natural process that we take for granted. However, there are millions of Americans who are not as fortunate. When the digestive process goes awry, it can result in any number of digestive disorders, like colic, acid reflux, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome and Crohn’s disease.
A common component of these disorders is a nervous system that is “out of sync.”
Research and clinical evidence continues to suggest that a malfunctioning nervous system may be a key factor in the development of many digestive disorders.
Much of the control of the digestive system is under the direct control of the brain stem via the vagus nerve. The brain stem is the command center for many vital functions, including digestion. It works very much like a telephone cable with thousands of individual wires or nerve fibers sending signals back and forth between the brain and brain stem to every cell, organ, and system in the body.
Many sufferers attempt to treat their symptoms with over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. If this fails, they are typically given prescription drugs or steroids. As a last resort, surgery may be recommended to repair or remove a section of the digestive tract.
However, the Physician’s Desk Reference reveals that the drugs used to treat digestive disorders can have dangerous side effects. Some may even cause further digestive distress.
The most common misconception about Upper Cervical care is that it only helps back and neck pain.
Although our doctors can certainly help those who come to us seeking relief from back and neck pain, these patients represent a small percentage of who we help. Patients suffering from a variety of conditions, including digestive disorders, have had their health restored through our care.
Upper Cervical care is based on the universal law of cause and effect. For every effect or symptom, physical or mental, there must be a cause.
Upper Cervical doctors recognize that the body is a self-healing organism, controlled and coordinated by the central nervous system, which is protected by the skull and spine.
Using a gentle technique, Upper Cervical doctors locate and remove interference to the nervous system, allowing the body to heal itself naturally without drugs or surgery.
Misalignments in the upper cervical spine (neck) can affect the function of the brain stem that controls major bodily functions, including digestion.
Dr. Hilpisch will help you and your family get healthy and stay healthy.
