EPISODE · May 27, 2026 · 45 MIN
POTS, Brain Fog & Inflammation: The Hidden Role Of The Autonomic Nervous System
from The Functional Edge with Dr. Julia Ward · host Julia Ward, MD
What if symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, and dizziness were all connected through the autonomic nervous system? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Diana Driscoll to explore the hidden role of inflammation, vagus nerve dysfunction, intracranial pressure, and vascular health in conditions like POTS and chronic illness. We also discuss practical strategies for improving brain health, resilience, and long-term recovery. - - - - - Dr. Diana Driscoll is an optometrist, researcher, and founder of POTS Care, a clinic focused on uncovering the root causes of autonomic dysfunction. After developing severe POTS herself, she dedicated her career to understanding the connections between inflammation, intracranial pressure, vagus nerve health, vascular dysfunction, and chronic illness. She is the creator of The Driscoll Theory, a multi-patent holder, and a leading voice in dysautonomia and neurological resilience. Website: https://potscare.com and https://drdianadriscoll.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/potscare YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@potscare2075 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POTSCare- - - - - Connect with me:Check out my website: https://drjuliaward.com/Follow Dr. Julia Ward, MD, on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drjuliaward/?hl=enFollow Dr. Julia Ward, MD, on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-ward-md-55b7672a/Follow Dr. Julia Ward, MD, on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/balancedbodyfunctionalmed/Follow Dr. Julia Ward, MD, on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPz2YJi8Lw43i6XwNQiS6wgPODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
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What if symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, and dizziness were all connected through the autonomic nervous system? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Diana Driscoll to explore the hidden role of inflammation, vagus nerve dysfunction, intracranial pressure, and vascular health in conditions like POTS and chronic illness. We also discuss practical strategies for improving brain health, resilience, and long-term recovery. - - - - - Dr. Diana Driscoll is an optometrist, researcher, and founder of POTS Care, a clinic focused on uncovering the root causes of autonomic dysfunction. After developing severe POTS herself, she dedicated her career to understanding the connections between inflammation, intracranial pressure, vagus nerve health, vascular dysfunction, and chronic illness. She is the creator of The Driscoll Theory, a multi-patent holder, and a leading voice in dysautonomia and neurological resilience. Website: https://potscare.com and https://drdianadriscoll.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/potscare YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@potscare2075 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POTSCare- - - - - Connect with me:Check out my website: https://drjuliaward.com/Follow Dr. Julia Ward, MD, on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drjuliaward/?hl=enFollow Dr. Julia Ward, MD, on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-ward-md-55b7672a/Follow Dr. Julia Ward, MD, on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/balancedbodyfunctionalmed/Follow Dr. Julia Ward, MD, on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPz2YJi8Lw43i6XwNQiS6wgPODCASTThank you for listening. Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
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