The Experience Miracles™ Podcast

In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel addresses one of the most common questions he receives: whether patients can combine medications with chiropractic care. He discusses the relationship between medications and natural healing, shares personal experiences with his son Oliver, and provides detailed insights into how medications interact with the body's natural healing processes.

[00:00:00] - Introduction and episode overview

• Welcome to Ask Dr. Tony
• Format explanation and purpose of the show

[00:01:45] - Core Question Addressed

• Can ADHD medicine be combined with chiropractic treatment?
• Definition of "clean" in medical context
• Scope of conversation beyond just ADHD medications

[00:05:00] - Important Disclaimer

• Scope of practice limitations
• Clarification on medication recommendations
• Role of chiropractors vs. medical doctors

[00:08:30] - Three Key Points About Medications

1. Can be life-saving when used appropriately
2. Come with short and long-term side effects
3. Can interfere with other healing modalities

[00:12:00] - Personal Case Study: Oliver's Story

• Birth complications and medical intervention
• Balance between emergency medicine and long-term healing
• Decision-making process regarding medications

[00:19:00] - Key Questions for Parents to Consider

1. Is the medication working?
2. What are the current and potential side effects?
3. Will medical team support safe medication changes?

[00:23:00] - The Fork in the Road Concept

• Understanding when healing plateaus
• Recognizing neurological soft signs
• Measuring actual physiological function

[00:29:00] - Scientific Explanation of Drug Tolerance

• Pharmacokinetic tolerance
• Pharmacodynamic tolerance
• Physiological adaptation

[00:35:00] - Drug Accumulation and Side Effects

• Why medications become less effective
• Impact on body systems
• True nature of "side effects"

[00:40:00] - Supporting Withdrawal Process

• Role of chiropractic care during medication changes
• Increasing adjustment frequency
• Managing withdrawal effects

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Beth Saip, a pediatric physical therapist with nearly 20 years of experience and clinical director at Dream Riders. They discuss the power of collaborative care between physical therapy and chiropractic care, particularly focusing on how hippotherapy (horse therapy) and Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic work together to help children with complex cases.

Key Topics Covered:

[00:00:00] - Episode introduction and overview of team-based approach to pediatric care

[00:02:00] - Introduction of Beth Saip and her background in pediatric physical therapy

[00:04:00] - Discussion of how Beth began working with complex pediatric cases

[00:07:00] - The importance of provider collaboration in complex cases

[00:15:00] - Explanation of "ready state" and how horses help regulate children's nervous systems

[00:19:00] - Detailed breakdown of how horse movement patterns affect children differently

[00:23:00] - Different positions used in hippotherapy and their benefits

[00:29:00] - Discussion of proper developmental sequence and its importance

[00:32:00] - Why gross motor development must precede other developmental areas

[00:36:00] - Explanation of compensatory patterns and their impact on brain function

[00:40:00] - The importance of crawling in development

[00:44:00] - Connection between movement and academic performance

[00:48:00] - Strategies for breaking through plateaus in treatment

[00:54:00] - Connor's case study: Dealing with Lyme disease

[01:03:00] - Tips for finding the right therapy providers

[01:07:00] - How their collaborative community was built

[01:11:00] - Call to action for parents and providers

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https://www.dreamriderstlc.com/

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the unique aspects of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care and how it differs from traditional chiropractic approaches. He explains why focusing on the nervous system first is crucial for healing and details the specific techniques and philosophy behind neurotonal adjustments.

[00:00:45] - The importance of parents who never stop learning and advocating for their children

[00:01:30] - Overview of current healthcare options available to parents through social media and online resources

[00:02:45] - The critical role of nervous system healing as a foundation for all other treatments

[00:04:00] - Discussion of why patients often try multiple natural approaches before finding neurotonal chiropractic

Key Differences in Neurotonal Chiropractic: 

[00:05:00] - Introduction to neurotonal adjustments and their focus on nervous system tone 

[00:07:00] - Explanation of structural vs. neurological approaches in chiropractic care 

[00:09:00] - The importance of the spine as the hub of the central and autonomic nervous system

Approaches: 

[00:11:00] - How neurotonal adjustments differ from traditional chiropractic techniques 

[00:13:00] - The gentler, more specific nature of neurotonal adjustments 

[00:15:00] - Why higher frequency of visits is necessary for neurological reorganization

Technical Details: 

[00:16:00] - Discussion of various chiropractic techniques (Gonstead, Thompson, etc.) 

[00:18:00] - The use of multiple techniques in neurotonal practice 

[00:20:00] - Why the integrator is preferred over the activator

Additional Therapies: 

[00:22:00] - Discussion of complementary therapies (MNRI, cranial work, etc.) 

[00:24:00] - Why timing matters in introducing additional therapies 

[00:26:00] - Perspective on laser therapy and other modern interventions

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel discusses the critical relationship between teen health challenges and nervous system dysregulation. He shares personal experiences both as a father and chiropractor, explaining how many common teenage struggles - from anxiety to chronic illness - stem from nervous system imbalances rather than being "normal teenage problems." The episode provides hope and practical solutions for parents and teens dealing with these challenges.

[00:00:00] - Introduction and Core Message

• Teenagers' incredible resilience and healing potential
• Introduction to the Experience Miracles podcast focus

[00:01:00] - Shifting Perspective on Teen Years

• Why teenage years should be celebrated, not dreaded
• Dr. Ebel's personal experience as a father of teens

[00:05:00] - The Learning Experience: Two Influential Mom Stories

• How two patient interactions changed Dr. Ebel's perspective
• The importance of maintaining strong relationships through teen years

[00:11:00] - Understanding Modern Teen Challenges

• Why current teen struggles aren't "normal"
• The impact of social media and technology
• Rising rates of anxiety, depression, and health issues

[00:14:00] - Nervous System Basics

• Gas pedal (sympathetic) vs. brake pedal (parasympathetic)
• The role of the vagus nerve
• Understanding nervous system dysregulation

[00:18:00] - The Science Behind Teen Struggles

• How early life factors affect teen health
• Impact of social media and constant connectivity
• Statistics on teen mental health challenges

[00:22:00] - Physical Signs of Nervous System Dysregulation

• Sleep issues
• Digestive problems
• Immune system challenges
• Energy fluctuations

[00:26:00] - Understanding Subluxation

• Three stages of nervous system dysfunction
• How subluxation affects overall health
• Connection to common teen diagnoses

[00:32:00] - The Problem with Traditional Medical Approaches

• Limitations of medication-only solutions
• Why addressing root causes matters
• The incomplete "chemical imbalance" theory

[00:35:00] - Solution Framework

1. Changing perspective on teen challenges
2. Importance of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care
3. Supporting measures (sleep, nutrition, etc.)
4. Building partnerships with teens

[00:39:00] - Personal Message to Teenagers

• Dr. Ebel's own teenage struggles
• Hope for recovery and healing
• Importance of nervous system health

Link to the previous episode on Anxiety mentioned by Dr. Tony

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel challenges common misconceptions about winter illness and "cold and flu season," explaining that getting sick in winter isn't about germ exposure but rather about lowered resistance. He outlines five key reasons why people get sick more in winter months and provides five practical strategies for maintaining health during winter.

[00:00:00] - Introduction and Dr. Tony's background in pediatrics and nervous system health

[00:01:00] - Inspiration for the episode

• Prayer meeting discussion about "cold and flu season"
• Challenge to common beliefs about winter illness

[00:04:00] - Debunking the germ theory

• Explanation of why viruses don't "migrate" for winter
• Introduction to the hygiene hypothesis theory
• Personal experience as a pediatric chiropractor

[00:12:00] - Five Reasons People Get Sick in Winter:

1. Decreased sun exposure and vitamin D levels
2. Increased stress and busy schedules
3. Higher sugar consumption during holidays
4. Reduced outdoor activity and exercise
5. Temperature and pressure changes affecting the nervous system

[00:27:00] - Discussion of vitamin D

• Natural vs. supplemental vitamin D
• Importance of sun exposure
• Winter supplementation strategies

[00:31:00] - Impact of stress on health

• Discussion of busy winter schedules
• Effects on the immune system
• Importance of sleep

[00:35:00] - Five Natural Defense Strategies:

1. Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care
2. Vitamin D supplementation
3. Maintaining outdoor activity
4. Prioritizing sleep
5. Focus on nutrient-dense foods

[00:38:00] - The Ebel Family Protocol

• Specific steps taken when children show signs of illness
• Emphasis on proactive health rather than prevention
• Natural remedies and supplements used

[00:42:00] - Additional Resources

• Information about Well Rooted Pediatrics
• How to access the "Kick the Sick" resource guide

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In this powerful episode, Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Dr. Nathan Riley, a home birth doctor and holistic gynecologist, about the critical connection between birth interventions, nervous system development, and childhood health outcomes. They explore how modern birth practices affect infant nervous system development and discuss the importance of parental nervous system regulation in child development. The conversation provides deep insights into fetal monitoring, birth trauma, vagus nerve function, and practical steps for improving family health through nervous system regulation.

Key Topics Covered:

[00:00:00] - Introduction and opening thoughts on birth interventions 

[00:02:00] - Introduction to Dr. Nathan Riley and his background 

[00:05:00] - Discussion of medical education and the importance of curiosity in healthcare

[00:15:00] - Deep dive into fetal heart rate monitoring

• How monitoring has changed birth practices
• Issues with interpretation consistency
• Connection to rising C-section rates

[00:25:00] - Exploration of nervous system regulation

• Heart Rate Variability (HRV) importance
• Impact of maternal stress on infant development
• Categories of fetal monitoring and decision-making

[00:37:00] - Discussion of SIDS and preterm babies

• Connection to nervous system development
• Role of co-regulation
• Socioeconomic factors

[00:45:00] - The vagus nerve and birth trauma

• Physical and emotional impacts
• Connection to childhood conditions
• Importance of early development

[00:52:00] - Practical advice for parents

• Importance of breath work
• Role of co-regulation
• Creating safe environments for children

[00:57:00] - Final thoughts on parental health

• Why parent nervous system regulation matters
• Importance of self-care
• Connection between parent and child health

Follow Dr. Nathan Riley on Instagram: @nathanrileyobgyn

Listen to Dr. Nathans podcast: The Born Free Method

Visit his website: www.bornfreemethod.com

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In this episode of Ask Dr. Tony, Dr. Tony Ebel explains neurological soft signs - the subtle yet critical indicators that show a child's nervous system is beginning to heal, even before major symptoms improve. He outlines six key signs parents should monitor, from improved posture and muscle tone to better sensory processing, while explaining why these foundational changes must precede improvements in conditions like autism, ADHD, and seizures. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Tony challenges conventional medical approaches that focus on immediate symptom relief, instead presenting a framework for understanding true neurological healing that emphasizes the importance of sequential improvement and proper nervous system foundation before expecting changes in brain-based symptoms.

[00:02:00] - Understanding the Context of Healing

• Difference between medical and neurological healing approaches
• Why conventional symptom-based measurements can be misleading

[00:05:00] - The Importance of Proper Sequencing

• Why foundational changes must happen before brain-based improvements
• Introduction to neurological soft signs concept

[00:09:00] - Redefining Healing

• Why immediate symptom relief isn't always the best indicator of healing

[00:13:00] - The Heart-Brain Connection

• Balancing emotional desires with clinical reality
• Understanding parent expectations versus the healing process

[00:21:00] - Introduction to Neurological Soft Signs

• Definition and importance
• Why they precede major symptom changes

[00:25:00] - The Six Key Neurological Soft Signs:

[00:28:00] Better Posture, Muscle Tone, and Gait

• Importance of motor function
• Understanding hypertonicity and hypotonicity

[00:30:00] Improved Sleep Patterns

• Sleep as an indicator of nervous system function
• Importance for neurological healing

[00:32:00] Digestive Function

• The connection between the nervous system and digestion
• Signs of improving gut function

[00:36:00] Respiratory and Immune Function

• Relationship between the immune system and nervous system
• Importance of proper breathing patterns

[00:41:00] Sensory Processing and Behavioral Regulation

• Reduced sensory overload
• Improved emotional regulation

[00:48:00] - Clinical Assessment Process

• How practitioners evaluate neurological soft signs
• Role of insight scans

[00:52:00] - The Levels of Progress Tracking

1. Pre/post adjustment changes
2. Day-to-day tracking
3. Insight scans
4. Neurological soft signs
5. Major symptom changes

Episode referenced that covers detoxing/retracing

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In this episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel delves into the topic of nervous system dysregulation in children's health and development. He explains the concept of nervous system dysregulation, its widespread impact on various bodily functions, and its role in many childhood conditions. Dr. Ebel discusses the signs and symptoms of dysregulation from infancy through childhood and explores the "Perfect Storm" of factors contributing to this issue, including prenatal stress, birth trauma, and environmental toxins. He emphasizes the limitations of conventional treatments and highlights the transformative potential of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care in addressing nervous system dysregulation. 

[00:00] Introduction to nervous system dysregulation and its importance

[03:45] Definition of nervous system dysregulation and its impact on health

[07:30] Signs and symptoms of dysregulation in infants

• Plagiocephaly and torticollis
• Breastfeeding difficulties
• Sleep issues and colic

[14:15] Signs of dysregulation in toddlers and young children

• Chronic illness and weak immune system
• Developmental delays
• Sensory processing issues

[20:00] The "Perfect Storm" concept and causes of nervous system dysregulation

• Preconception and prenatal stress
• Birth trauma
• Environmental toxins

[28:30] Link between nervous system dysregulation and conditions like autism, ADHD, and seizures

[33:45] Common approaches to addressing dysregulation (PT, OT, speech therapy) and their limitations

[38:00] The importance of neurologically focused chiropractic care in treating dysregulation

[43:30] Holistic approaches to supporting nervous system regulation (sleep routines, diet, supplements)

[48:15] The transformative power of addressing nervous system dysregulation through chiropractic care

[53:00] Call to action: Finding a PX doc and sharing the message

[56:30] Closing thoughts on the impact of nervous system focused care on families

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In this in-depth episode of the Experience Miracles podcast, Dr. Tony Ebel delves into the four phases of neurological healing through Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. He explains the contrast between conventional medicine and root cause, drug-free healing approaches. Dr. Ebel discusses the challenges of the "perfect storm" facing children today and how neurological healing addresses these issues. He breaks down each phase of healing, from release to reorganization, restoration, and wellness, providing insights into what parents can expect during each stage.

[00:00:00] - Introduction to the episode and its focus on neurological healing phases

[00:02:00] - Explanation of the "perfect storm" affecting children's health

[00:05:00] - The importance of addressing the nervous system for complete healing

[00:08:30] - Contrast between conventional medicine (outside-in) and chiropractic (inside-out) approaches

[00:15:00] - Introduction to the four phases of neurological healing

[00:18:00] - Phase 1: Release - Dealing with subluxation and sympathetic dominance

[00:25:00] - Understanding neuroplasticity and its role in healing

[00:30:00] - Phase 2: Rebuild and Reorganize - Positive momentum and neurological soft signs

[00:35:00] - Detailed explanation of neurological soft signs (sleep, digestion, immune function, motor skills)

[00:42:00] - Phase 3: Recovery and Restoration - Addressing major symptoms and conditions

[00:48:00] - The importance of body healing before brain healing

[00:52:00] - Why chiropractors celebrate small improvements and milestones

[00:56:00] - Phase 4: Wellness Care - Maintaining health and resilience

[00:59:00] - Explanation of retracing and neurological detox

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Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Dr. Joel Gator, an integrative pediatrician, about the importance of addressing foundational health issues in children. They discuss the limitations of conventional medicine in treating chronic diseases, the rise in childhood health issues, and the power of focusing on basics like diet, sleep, and stress reduction. Dr. Gator shares insights from his book "Parenting at Your Child's Pace" and emphasizes the importance of empowering parents to make informed health decisions for their families.

Key Topics Covered:

• [00:00] Introduction to Dr. Joel Gator and his background
• [03:45] Dr. Gator's journey into integrative medicine
• [07:30] Discussion on why modern medicine is "outdated" for chronic diseases
• [11:15] Rising rates of chronic diseases in children (autism, ADHD, diabetes, etc.)
• [14:00] The importance of focusing on lifestyle factors for health
• [18:30] Dr. Ebel on the danger of overlooking basics in favor of advanced treatments
• [22:45] The "SEEDS" approach to health (Stress, Environment, Exercise, Diet, Sleep)
• [26:15] The importance of eating real, whole foods
• [29:30] Balancing genetics and lifestyle factors in health
• [33:00] Addressing the needs of children with complex health issues
• [37:15] The role of the nervous system in overall health
• [41:00] The value of parents' efforts in improving their children's health
• [45:30] Collaboration between different types of health practitioners
• [49:15] The importance of addressing foundational issues before advanced treatments
• [53:00] Discussion of Dr. Gator's book "Parenting at Your Child's Pace"
• [56:30] Closing remarks on empowering parents and inspiring confidence

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