The Health Upgrade Podcast

In this episode, I dive deep into the often-overlooked connection between concussion, whiplash, and vagus nerve dysfunction. Drawing from my experience as a chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner, I break down what actually happens in our nervous system during head and neck injuries, and why imaging often looks normal, even when troubling symptoms like dizziness, heart palpitations, and exercise intolerance persist for months.

I walk you through the mechanisms behind how concussions and whiplash disrupt autonomic regulation, leading to everything from sleep issues to gut problems. There's also a focus on practical ways to assess and treat these symptoms, including the power of non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation, proper mechanical assessments, graded rehab, and the crucial role of heart rate variability as a marker of recovery.

If you or someone you know has struggled with lingering symptoms after a concussion or whiplash, don’t ignore the possibility of vagus nerve dysfunction. Please share this episode with anyone who could benefit, and remember: seeking the right evaluation is key to getting your health back on track!

Dr. Navaz Habib
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Creators and Guests

Host
Navaz Habib
Author, Speaker, Founder of Health Upgraded. Helping high performers address inflammation and health challenges by activating their Vagus Nerve.

What is The Health Upgrade Podcast?

This podcast is for high-performing entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, and those who want to upgrade every aspect of their lives by experiencing UPGRADED energy, UPGRADED focus, and UPGRADED ability to show up, every day of their lives. Dr. Navaz Habib and JP Errico will bring you weekly shows including interviews with world-class experts in functional medicine, longevity, health, high performance, and functional movement. We aim to bring you game-changing tools to upgrade your performance, so you can eliminate what is holding you back, show up in your business, relationships, and family, and bring your gifts to the world.

Find out more at: www.healthupgradepodcast.com