POTS & Chiropractic Care

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, often called POTS, is a condition that affects the body’s autonomic nervous system—the system responsible for regulating heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and many other automatic functions.

For people living with POTS, simple activities like standing up can cause overwhelming symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, or a racing heart. The condition can be frustrating because many people appear healthy on the outside while struggling with daily symptoms that affect their quality of life.

At our office, we focus on the health of the nervous system—the system responsible for coordinating and regulating these functions.

What Is POTS?

POTS is a form of dysautonomia, which means there is dysfunction in the autonomic nervous system. This system controls involuntary processes like heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and digestion. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

The hallmark feature of POTS is a rapid increase in heart rate when moving from lying or sitting to standing. In many cases, heart rate increases by more than 30 beats per minute within the first ten minutes of standing. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Because the nervous system struggles to regulate circulation and blood flow properly, the body may respond with a variety of symptoms.

Common Symptoms of POTS

Symptoms can vary from person to person, but many people experience:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness when standing
• Rapid or pounding heartbeat
• Chronic fatigue
• Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
• Exercise intolerance
• Headaches
• Digestive disturbances

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The Nervous System Connection

The autonomic nervous system constantly regulates blood flow and heart rate to help your body adapt to changes in posture and activity.

When functioning normally, the body automatically adjusts blood pressure and circulation when you stand up. In POTS, that regulation becomes disrupted, causing symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, and heart rate spikes. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Because the nervous system controls these processes, supporting neurological balance is an important part of helping the body function more effectively.

How Chiropractic Care May Help

Chiropractic care focuses on improving communication between the brain and body by supporting spinal and nervous system function.

The spine protects the spinal cord, which acts as a major communication pathway between the brain and the rest of the body. When spinal joints become restricted or irritated, it can influence how the nervous system regulates many body systems.

Some research and clinical reports suggest that addressing spinal alignment and nervous system function may help improve autonomic regulation and circulation in individuals experiencing dysautonomia symptoms. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

While chiropractic care does not treat or cure POTS, many patients seek care to support better nervous system balance and overall function.

A Functional Approach to Health

At our office, we believe health is about more than just how you feel—it is about how your body functions.

Dr. Serrano and our team focus on evaluating the nervous system to identify areas where communication between the brain and body may be under stress. By supporting spinal function and neurological balance, our goal is to help the body regulate itself more effectively.

Many families and individuals dealing with complex neurological conditions look for approaches that support the body’s ability to adapt and heal.

Supporting Your Nervous System

Conditions like POTS remind us how important the nervous system is to overall health. When the body’s control system is under stress, many different symptoms can appear throughout the body.

If you are looking for a natural approach that focuses on nervous system function, our team would be honored to help guide you.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Serrano to learn how chiropractic care may support your nervous system and overall health.