Neck Pain and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome – Video

Neck Pain and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome: A Surprising Connection:

In this video, Dr. Vikki Petersen explains the connection between neck pain and Hiatal Hernia Syndrome. She shows that the phrenic nerve, which controls the diaphragm, originates from the base of the neck (C3, C4, C5 vertebrae). If a person has chronic neck pain due to injury, whiplash, or poor posture, it can disrupt diaphragm function, leading to shortness of breath, heart palpitations, and panic attacks. Dr. Petersen emphasizes that physical therapy, posture correction, and vagus nerve stimulation play a crucial role in Hiatal Hernia Syndrome recovery.