My three takeaways from this program:
1. The reflexology for the organ systems related to the vagus nerve
2. The refresher regarding occipital sideslip and compression and how they are moving anatomically
3. The atlas dural meningeal restriction correction.

Some of my infants and adults that were experiencing a plateau in care were able to take the next step in their healing journey by addressing the occipital compression and atlas dural meningeal restriction

I have a 4 year-old that after having a tonsillectomy and tick bite was experiencing anxiety again and insomnia. Using some of the evaluations discussed he had an occipital side slip, CMRT of the stomach and a ventricular bulb release. Also recommended an Epsom salt bath to continue detoxing the system and mom said he started to sleep through the night again.

I would recommend this program. I always appreciate the bite-sized information provided in each video. The course also provided a refresher of what I learned in the pediatric certification program with additional direction to help support those with things like sympathetic dominance symptoms.

I took this course to gain a deeper understanding of how chiropractic adjustments can enhance and support the vagus nerve specifically. I feel that in the last few years I have seen a lot of unqualified health practitioners/life coaches, etc. throwing the term ‘vagal tone’ and downplaying its role by listing vague exercises that people can do to enhance it without any assessment or understanding of it. Sometimes I have parents that come in and say they’ve googled things to help their child develop vagal tone etc. As a chiropractor that stresses the importance of a well-regulated nervous system and having the knowledge and tools to do so, it made sense for me to do a course specifically dedicated to the vagus nerve to benefit my clients.

This course has given me more clarity and depth to how chiropractic adjustments specifically address where the vagus nerve may be irritated. In particular, I’ve found it more helpful with explaining to Mums when they bring in their bubs, how a small adjustment at the correct place can change a whole host of symptoms that bub is presenting with. You don’t need to correct everything head to toe, just spend more time trying to locate the area where the irritation is. I’m even spending less time in the session as I’m looking for certain findings. The course has given me more specificity when assessing clients and adjusting with a plan and how to recheck after the adjustment instead of relying on Mums reporting the issue is improving.

I’m applying the knowledge from this course more with my paediatric clients. From applying my SOT knowledge, it was common for me to perform dural releases, clear out the occiput (normally traction or posterior), sacrum and HH and ICV releases. It was the first time I had heard of to also check the 1st rib/clavicle and anterior Atlas. It makes sense when you follow the vagus nerves path along the osseous structures! This assessment is part of my adjusting protocols now and I have found that with every paediatric client that the results and alleviation of symptoms are much faster. i.e. I’m seeing faster results in the visit and by the 2nd 3rd visit already. I was getting good results before but now I know and am seeing even better and faster results. The assessment and corrections for the vagus nerve makes sense, is clinically relevant and parents get it.
Thanks for creating a great and well thought out course for chiropractors to learn and benefit from. It’s very versatile and can easily be incorporated into care regardless of technique preference.

Before Dr. Martin I knew the importance of the Vagus Nerve, but I had no idea how to help my patients. Now, I have wonderful results and the certainty that I do the best for my patients and completely.

I never tire of learning from Dr. Martin and Dr. Nancy. What I learned from them had an absurd impact on my services and transformed the lives of many families.

A 3-month-old baby patient with very strong reflux, irritability, couldn’t stay in tummy time, cried all the time, didn’t sleep during the day and at night only on his mother’s lap. After applying what I learned in this seminar, literally after the first session, the baby slept for 3 hours in the crib, burped without vomiting, stopped crying all the time and started sleeping during the day and night in the crib.

I always recommend all of this incredible couple’s courses. They transformed my practice, and I am completely addicted to everything they teach.

Continue making a difference in the world and transforming lives through your knowledge. Your life is a blessing. Thank you very much for everything.