The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast

Have you ever had your child tell you, “Mom… my tummy hurts,” but every test comes back normal?

In this episode of The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast, we explore the incredible connection between the nervous system and digestion. You’ll learn why recurring tummy aches may be about more than just the stomach, how the brain, brainstem, vagus nerve, and gut microbiome work together, and why stress can have such a profound impact on a child’s digestive health.

In This Episode

• Why recurring tummy aches deserve a deeper conversation
• The nervous system’s role in healthy digestion
• The brain, brainstem, and vagus nerve explained
• Understanding the gut-brain connection
• The gut microbiome and why it matters
• How fight-or-flight changes digestion
• Gut motility, constipation, diarrhea, and bloating
• Looking beyond symptoms to understand function
• Where neurologically focused chiropractic fits
• Practical ways parents can support their child’s nervous system and digestive health

Whether you’re a parent looking for answers or simply curious about the connection between the brain and the gut, this episode will give you a new perspective on how the body was designed to function.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with another parent who may be searching for hope, answers, and a deeper understanding of their child’s health.

Sarah Brodman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodman

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033y1SEAGxGcON7qYGDKm6?si=ae1GDyFBQHiNZ7_LXJ8aEg&utm_source=copy-link

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-adjusted-chiropractor-podcast/id6791552794

Resources & Links:

PX Docs + Learn More from Dr. Tony Ebel (Articles & Educational Resources): https://pxdocs.com/

Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor: https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice

IBS affects millions of families, kids, and people, yet so many are told that managing symptoms is the only option. But what if there was a deeper conversation to be had?

In this episode of The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast, I sit down with fellow chiropractic student Jenna Walters to explore her personal journey with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). From years of digestive struggles to discovering the powerful connection between the nervous system and gut health, Jenna shares how looking beyond symptoms changed the way she viewed healing.

Together, we unpack the brain-gut axis, the effects of chronic stress on digestion, and why the nervous system plays a central role in how our bodies function. Our goal is to bring hope to anyone who has felt stuck searching for answers—and to help families better understand how the body is designed to heal from the inside out.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Jenna’s personal IBS journey and what life was like before finding chiropractic
• The gut-brain axis and how your brain and digestive system constantly communicate
• The role of the autonomic nervous system in digestion
• How chronic stress can contribute to digestive dysfunction
• Why symptom management isn’t always the whole story
• Practical ways to support a healthier, more resilient nervous system
• Encouragement for anyone navigating digestive challenges

Whether you’ve been diagnosed with IBS, struggle with digestive issues, or simply want to understand your body on a deeper level, this episode will leave you with a new perspective on health, healing, and the incredible connection between the nervous system and the gut.

If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could benefit from hearing it.

Sarah Brodman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodman

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226

Guest- Jenna Walters: https://www.instagram.com/crunchychirojen?igsh=bGQyemVkcXRhajY5

Resources & Links:

PX Docs + Learn More from Dr. Tony Ebel (Articles & Educational Resources): https://pxdocs.com/

Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor: https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/

Brain-Gut PX Article: https://pxdocs.com/gut-health/brain-gut-connection-in-children/

Could summer actually be one of the best seasons for your family’s nervous system?

In this episode, we’re breaking down how more sunlight, movement, outdoor play, connection, and slower rhythms can support regulation, resilience, sleep, mood, and overall health. We’ll also talk about the neuroscience behind why summer can help both kids and adults feel more grounded—and share simple ways to carry these nervous-system-supporting habits into every season.

PX Docs (Articles & Educational Resources)
https://pxdocs.com/

Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor
https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/

Research:

Benarroch E. E. (2020). Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Autonomic Nervous System. Continuum (Minneapolis, Minn.), 26(1), 12–24. https://doi.org/10.1212/CON.0000000000000817

Sarah Brodman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodman

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice

Adoption is a beautiful journey, but it’s also important to recognize that every child’s story begins long before they come home.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend KP for a conversation that is both deeply personal and rooted in neuroscience. As two adoptees, we share parts of our own adoption stories while exploring how prenatal development, early life stress, co-regulation, and the nervous system can influence a child’s health, development, and resilience.

Together, we discuss:

• Our personal adoption journeys and how they shaped us.
• How the nervous system develops before and after birth.
• The role of prenatal and early-life stress in neurological development.
• Why connection, co-regulation, and a supportive environment matter so much.
• The incredible adaptability of the nervous system and the hope that comes with understanding it.

This episode is not about blame or fear—it’s about education, compassion, and hope. Whether you’re an adoptive parent, considering adoption, working with children, or simply interested in the science of the nervous system, we hope this conversation offers encouragement and a new perspective.

Sarah Brodman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodman

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226

Resources & Links:

• PX Docs + Learn More from Dr. Tony Ebel (Articles & Educational Resources): https://pxdocs.com/
• Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor: https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/
• Gazerani, P**.** (2025). The neuroplastic brain: Current breakthroughs and emerging frontiers. Brain Research, 1858, 149643.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.brainres.2025.149643
• Frasch, M. G., et al. (2023). Autonomic nervous system dysregulation and pediatric neurodevelopmental conditions. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 14, 1336040. https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychiatry/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2023.1336040/full
• Licht, C. M., et al. (2021). Heart rate variability and autonomic dysfunction in neurological disorders. BMC Neurology, 21(1), 1-10. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8465800/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice

In this episode of The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast, we’re diving into the science of stress, the nervous system, and why so many chronic health challenges may have more in common than we realize.

Whether you’re a parent trying to understand your child’s ADHD, sensory challenges, poor sleep, digestive issues, emotional dysregulation, or developmental concerns—or you’re someone who’s been told everything looks “normal” but still doesn’t feel like yourself—this episode explores why looking beyond symptoms and understanding how the nervous system responds to stress can offer a different perspective.

We’ll cover:

• How the autonomic nervous system responds to stress
• The difference between the sympathetic (“fight, flight, or freeze”) and parasympathetic (“rest, digest, and regulate”) nervous systems
• Why chronic stress can affect sleep, digestion, behavior, immune function, and overall well-being
• The role of the vagus nerve and why sensory input matters
• Neuroplasticity and how the brain learns—and can relearn—patterns over time
• What neurologically focused chiropractic is and how it fits into supporting nervous system function
• How INSIGHT Scans (Heart Rate Variability, Neuro-Thermal, and Surface EMG) help chiropractors objectively assess how the nervous system is adapting
• Why building a healthy foundation through nervous system regulation can complement other healthy lifestyle habits such as movement, nutrition, sleep, and stress management

Sarah Brodman

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodman

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226

Resources & Links:

• PX Docs + Learn More from Dr. Tony Ebel (Articles & Educational Resources): https://pxdocs.com/
• Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor: https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/
• INSIGHT Scans: https://pxdocs.com/nervous-system/insight-scans/
• Haavik, H., Niazi, I. K., Amjad, I., Kumari, N., Ghani, U., Ashfaque, M., Rashid, U., Navid, M. S., Kamavuako, E. N., Pujari, A. N., & Holt, K. (2024). Neuroplastic responses to chiropractic care: Broad impacts on pain, mood, sleep, and quality of life. Brain Sciences, 14(11), 1124.https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci14111124
• Lelic, D., Niazi, I. K., Holt, K., Jochumsen, M., Dremstrup, K., Yielder, P., Murphy, B., Drewes, A. M., & Haavik, H. (2016). Manipulation of dysfunctional spinal joints affects sensorimotor integration in the prefrontal cortex: A brain source localization study. Neural Plasticity, 2016, 3704964.https://doi.org/10.1155/2016/3704964
• Hoeve, J. (2021). Clinical evidence of vestibular dysregulation in colicky babies before and after chiropractic treatment vs. non-colicky babies. Frontiers in Pediatrics, 9, 668457.https://doi.org/10.3389/fped.2021.668457
• Gazerani, P. (2025). The neuroplastic brain: Current breakthroughs and emerging frontiers. Brain Research, 1858, 149643.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.brainres.2025.149643

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice

What if the missing piece in your health journey isn’t another supplement, diet, or workout plan—but the system that coordinates them all?

In this episode, we take a step back and explore one of the most fascinating and overlooked systems in the human body: the nervous system. We’ll discuss why it serves as the body’s primary communication network, how it helps us adapt to everyday stress, and why resilience—not the absence of stress—is a key part of health.

Whether you’re a parent trying to better understand your child’s health, someone navigating chronic stress, or simply curious about how your body works, this episode will give you a new perspective on the role the nervous system plays in everyday life.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Why the nervous system is the body’s primary communication network
• How the brain and body communicate through a continuous sensory-motor loop
• Why every major organ system depends on nervous system regulation
• The autonomic nervous system: sympathetic (“fight or flight”) and parasympathetic (“rest, digest, and regulate”)
• How chronic stress can affect sleep, digestion, immune function, hormone regulation, recovery, and overall adaptability
• Why health is more than simply the absence of symptoms
• The concept of adaptability and resilience in everyday life
• Questions to begin asking about your own health from a nervous system perspective
• How To Support Your Family’s Nervous System: The Science of the Vagus Nerve and Chiropractic:

Sarah Brodman

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodman⁠

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226⁠

Resources & Links:

PX Docs (Articles & Educational Resources)
https://pxdocs.com/

Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor
https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/

Research:

Benarroch E. E. (2020). Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Autonomic Nervous System. Continuum (Minneapolis, Minn.), 26(1), 12–24. https://doi.org/10.1212/CON.0000000000000817

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice

Welcome to the very first episode of The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast!

In this episode, I share my personal journey into chiropractic and how a passion for the nervous system completely changed the way I think about health, healing, and caring for families. From growing up in a health-conscious home to discovering neurologically-focused chiropractic before starting chiropractic school, this episode lays the foundation for what this podcast is all about.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• My upbringing and early interest in healthcare
• How COVID-19 influenced my perspective on health and wellness
• Why I chose chiropractic over nursing
• Discovering neurologically-focused pediatric and family chiropractic
• The science of the nervous system and why it became my passion
• How neuroplasticity and nervous system function shaped my approach to health
• My experiences at Logan University and advanced pediatric training
• Why I started this podcast and what you can expect in future episodes

Whether you’re a parent, chiropractic student, healthcare professional, or simply someone looking to better understand your body’s incredible ability to heal and adapt, I hope this episode encourages you to think differently about health, the nervous system, and your body’s incredible capacity to adapt.

If you enjoyed this episode, I’d be grateful if you would follow, leave a review, and share it with someone!

Thank you so much for listening, and I’ll see you in the next episode of The Well Adjusted Chiropractor Podcast!

Connect with Sarah Brodman

Instagram:⁠https://www.instagram.com/ftdr.sarah_brodman⁠

YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@sarahbrodman3226⁠

Resources & Links

PX Docs (Articles & Educational Resources)
https://pxdocs.com/

The Experience Miracles Podcast (Dr. Tony Ebel)
https://open.spotify.com/show/2VNFPJ45qsZrm8npbNfcrh

Find a PX Pediatric & Family Chiropractor
https://pxdocs.com/px-docs/

Research
Haavik H, Niazi IK, Amjad I, et al. (2024). Neuroplastic Responses to Chiropractic Care: Broad Impacts on Pain, Mood, Sleep, and Quality of Life. Brain Sciences, 14(11), 1124.
https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci14111124

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice