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 Depression
has become a major problem in America over the last three decades and,
despite all the studies and new medical treatments, very little is
known about what causes depression. There are many studies that tie
depression to a chemical imbalance in the brain but these studies don't
go any further. A chemical imbalance in the brain is not the root
of the problem, it is a symptom of an even deeper issue.In order to understand the root of the problem, it is important to understand what the fight or flight reaction is. A fight or flight reaction is what happens when our body becomes stressed by something that threatens our life or well-being. When a fight or flight reaction is triggered, our body is sent into a hightened state of alertness and energy with the release of a chemical called adrenaline. Adrenaline gives us immediate energy which will enable us to run from attack or to fight the attacker. This is a natural primal response that comes from our instincts to stay alive. Now lets talk about how fascial restrictions can affect the fight or flight response (for more information on what fascial restrictions are, click the "What is myofascial release" link above). When you get a fascial restriction, sometimes it can trigger a fight or flight response because the body is suddenly in need of extra energy to perform its ususal tasks. This is very much like the body going to battle against itself as the restriction will resist any movements that the body is trying to make . This is fine for short periods of time which allow the body to rest and recover, but if these fascial restrictions go untreated for long periods of time, then the fight or flight reaction will stay activated. Fight or flight reactions that are activated in this way over extended periods of time cause the body to wear out. As the energy depletes due to fatigue, depression will set in. This is what causes the chemical imbalance, the up and down of energy in response to the increasing fatigue in the body. Anxiety will also become an issues as the body tries to compensate for the lack of energy by adding more adrenaline, which in turn raises the energy level only to drop suddenly back into depression when the body gets worn out once more. It is a vicious cycle that those suffering from depression know all to well. The good news is there is hope. Using myofascial release, a talented therapist can release the restrictions which will stop the fight or flight reaction and give the body some much needed rest. Once the body is rested, normal function will return and one can then enjoy a depression/anxiety free lifestyle. The depression free life you desire is waiting for you, come and find it. Get your appointment today! |
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