Body System
Stress Response & Adrenal
The cortisol axis — how the body handles stress
Chronic stress shows up everywhere. The lower thoracic spine houses adrenal nerve supply, and dysregulation here often correlates with the cluster: poor sleep, fatigue, low motivation, abdominal weight gain, anxiety. Care here is about supporting nervous system recovery.
What It Does
Why this system matters
- Coordinates cortisol production
- Drives the body's stress + recovery cycle
- Supports kidney + adrenal function
- Influences inflammation regulation
Signs Of Dysregulation
When this system isn't regulated
These are common patterns we see in patients whose stress response & adrenal isn't regulated. They're signals to investigate, not diagnoses on their own.
- Chronic fatigue
- Poor stress tolerance
- Persistent anxiety
- Disrupted cortisol cycles (wired-but-tired pattern)
- Weight regulation challenges
This page is educational, not medical advice. Always consult your medical doctor for serious health concerns; chiropractic care complements but doesn't replace primary medical care.
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