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Stellate ganglion blocks
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What experts have said about Stellate ganglion blocks
3 statements · 3 positive
Stellate ganglion blocks may reduce sympathetic activation, allowing parasympathetic calming.
“if you downregulate them, the parasympathetic calming has an opportunity to express itself”
Open the episode · Polyvagal Theory: Why You Feel So Anxious All The Time - Dr Stephen Porges - #1128Listen at 1:41:45
Stellate ganglion blocks appear most useful for trauma or PTSD involving fight-or-flight activation.
“the utility of it has been really in terms of the world of trauma or ptsd”
Open the episode · Polyvagal Theory: Why You Feel So Anxious All The Time - Dr Stephen Porges - #1128Listen at 1:42:08
Chris Williamson’s SGB treatment increased his HRV by 30%.
“it was a 30% increase in HRV.”
Open the episode · Rabbit Hole: Who Will Survive The AI Era? (cats, mostly) - #1105Listen at 1:46:56
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