Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome,  or POTS, is a condition affecting millions of individuals across the globe.  The primary symptoms of POTS are lightheadedness, fainting and an uncomfortable, rapid increase in heartbeat. Studies have shown a high correlation between those who suffer with migraine pain and POTS sufferers, and today's episode seeks to understand why that might be.  Dr. Taves and Dr. Stoerzbach discuss the effect that the neck can have on blood flow and revisit the roles that the vagus nerve plays in our body's functioning in order to connect the dots. Below is a link to the study discussed in the episode.Decreased Vertebral Artery Hemodynamics in Patients with Loss of Cervical LordosisNovera: Headache Center