Referred Musculoskeletal Pain From Heartburn: Connection & Treatments

Unreal Results for Physical Therapists and Athletic Trainers

In this episode of the Unreal Results podcast, I talk about my personal journey dealing with GERD and eosinophilic esophagitis. I discuss the surprising visceral connections related to these conditions including the esophagus and the ligament of Treitz and the various symptoms including referred musculoskeletal pain, dysphagia, and chest pain. I also provide treaments and solutions for GERD beyond medication including manual therapy and dietary adjustments. This episode is packed with insights for anyone struggling with and/or treating complex gut health issues!
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
Episode 48: Small Intestine & Mensenteric Roots
Episode 35: Tongue Twister
Episode 30: Using the LTAP to Guide Treatment of Costovertebral Joint Dysfunction
Neck Pain & GERD Home Treatment | Esophagus Manual Therapy - YouTube Video
CRAZY Link Between Neck Pain & Reflux | Neck Pain Home Treatments - YouTube Video
Anita Nall Richesson on IG
5D Alive on IG
Blog post about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Considering the viscera as a source of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction is a great way to ensure a more true whole body approach to care, however it can be a bit overwhelming on where to start, which is exactly why I created the Visceral Referral Cheat Sheet. This FREE download will help you to learn the most common visceral referral patterns affecting the musculoskeletal system. Download it at www.unrealresultspod.com
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Chapter

1. Rethinking Heartburn Relief (00:00:00)

2. My Journey Dealing With GERD (00:05:38)

3. Symptoms of GERD (00:16:47)

4. Practical Approaches To Treating GERD (00:23:32)

5. Manual Therapy Treatment for GERD (00:25:36)

6. Why The Ligament of Treitz Is So Important w/ Digestive Health (00:31:02)