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Brainstem Decompression

Meaning

Within the domain of neurological health and its intersection with systemic function, Brainstem Decompression refers to the clinical objective of relieving physical or functional pressure and stress on the brainstem and upper cervical spinal cord structures. The brainstem is a critical nexus for autonomic nervous system control, directly influencing hormonal axes like the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis. Achieving this decompression is essential for normalizing vagal tone, optimizing cerebrospinal fluid dynamics, and reducing chronic sympathetic nervous system overdrive.