Ever wonder why stress feels so heavy? There’s actually a physical reason for that weighty feeling you’re carrying around. Your body has an incredible memory.
When you experience overwhelm—whether it’s physical, chemical, or emotional—your body’s suspension system for the brain and spinal cord automatically increases tension. That tension? It stays locked in place, waiting for permission to release.
Unfortunately, most of the time that permission never comes.
The Onion Layer Effect
Here’s what happens: life! New stressors pile on top of old ones, creating layers upon layers of tension. In chiropractic, we call this subluxation. “It’s stress stuck in the on position waiting for permission to release.” These accumulated layers interfere with your brain’s ability to communicate with your body and vice versa.
Think of it like having too many browser tabs open on your computer; everything slows down because your system is using so much processing power just to keep them running.
How Stuck Stress Affects Your Daily Life
When your nervous system is overloaded with stuck tension, everything becomes harder. Your adaptability shrinks. You get frustrated more easily, feel overwhelmed faster, and your threshold for handling life’s challenges gets incredibly tight. Sleep quality suffers. Your emotions feel unpredictable. Even your organs can’t function optimally.
Finding Relief at Van Every Family Chiropractic Center
At our practice, we use specialized techniques (Koren Specific Technique and Torque Release) to have a gentle neurological conversation with your body. We pinpoint exactly where stress is holding on and provide the precise input needed to give your body permission to finally let go.
Isn’t It Time to Tame That Tension
Life feels different (in a great way!) when your body has the chance to release the weight it has been carrying. If you are ready to help your family feel lighter, calmer, and more connected, we would love to welcome you into our Royal Oak office. Contact us today to book an appointment!