Overcoming chronic pain requires an understanding of how different parts of the body (and the mind) influence each other in the healing process. Today’s podcast guest, Dr. Perry Nickelston, focuses on healing chronic pain and inflammation via the lymphatic and vascular systems. What this conversation emphasizes, however, is the fact that nothing heals in isolation.

Erin and Dr. Perry delve into why blood flow and lymphatic health are essential for the health of the rest of the brain/body (and visa versa), the importance of the vagus nerve, diaphragmatic breathing and how it keeps the lymphatic system pumping efficiently, the lymph and brain health, and more.

Perry Nickelston, DC aka ‘The Lymph Doc’ is a Chiropractic Physician with primary focus on treating chronic pain and inflammation via the lymphatic and vascular systems. Owner of Stop Chasing Pain, LLC. International speaker and educator of the self care MOJO series. Lymphatic Mojo, Blood Flow Mojo, Tongue Mojo, Glymphatic Mojo, Visceral Mojo, Vagus Nerve Mojo, Primal Movement Mojo.

Timestamps:

(10:58) The lymphatic system and its relation to chronic pain

(19:06) Why our body parts cannot heal in isolation

(33:24) How concentrating on pain can keep you unwell

(42:58) Interplay between brain health and lymph health

(50:08) The diaphragm: the unsung hero of functional medicine

(1:00:47) The importance of the vagus nerve

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Do you tend to take the path of least resistance during the holiday season and tell yourself you’ll get back on the healthy lifestyle train in January? There’s a way for you to set non-negotiables around your nutrition, movement, and mindset so you can continue caring for yourself (and show up better for your loved ones, too). Tune in to learn some crowd-pleasing recipes, calendar tricks, mindset shifts, and supplements that will help you feel your best through the end of the year—and beyond!

(10:06) Intentional travel & why I don't leave food to chance

(14:24) My favorite healthy holiday dishes to share

(24:49) Building movement into your calendar this season

(27:50) How to use your community to hold you accountable

(28:49) Does self-care make you feel guilty?

(34:20) Supplements I use for extra support

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Daylight Saving Time is a challenging transition for many of us. Circadian rhythm disruption is one of the major contributors to hormonal imbalance and is very common in our modern-day lifestyle, making recovery from Daylight Saving Time even more difficult. Learn more about the importance of supporting your circadian rhythm and how to do so through lifestyle changes and hacks.

While it’s normal to experience some level of fatigue after Daylight Saving Time or a time change, if you’re constantly exhausted, feeling burnt out, or generally depleted, this may indicate that something deeper is going on. We have spots open in our 1:1 membership and would love to see your application!

(3:06) What is circadian rhythm?

(10:10) How modern life impacts circadian rhythm

(18:21) Morning strategies to support circadian rhythm

(27:08) Nighttime strategies to support circadian rhythm

(34:12) Additional hacks for your toolkit

(38:27) Distinguishing between seasonal and chronic symptoms

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