00:00 Why Denervation Can Cause Spasticity (Key Neurology Principle)

01:09 Podcast Intro + Quick Housekeeping (Dogs, Door, and Vigilance)

02:30 The "Impossible" Case: Meige Syndrome Explained

03:42 Vagus Nerve Clues & First-Day FSM Results

07:05 Building the Brain Protocol: Pons Neurotransmitters + Botox Context

08:43 Day Two Strategy: Quiet Basal Ganglia & Cerebellum, Support the Pons

11:59 How She Decides What to Change Mid-Treatment (Intuition + Feedback)

12:44 Substrate Matters: GABA/5-HTP Support When Forcing Secretions

18:18 Emotional Frequencies + Speech Pathways (Why Words Triggered Eye Closure)

23:47 Looking It Up Is the Skill: First Principles, Collaboration, and Finding FSM

28:24 CustomCare as Ongoing Management + "FSM First Aid" Protocols

32:11 Root Cause Timeline: Stress Triggers, Misdiagnosis, and Why Medicine Gets Stuck

34:55 Quick Fixes vs Root Cause: Botox, Hyperacusis & Vagus Nerve Clues

35:59 Why the Pons Keeps Showing Up: Patterns, TIAs & Frequency Results

37:41 Rehab Courses Mindset: Assess, Measure, and Prove Progress

39:16 Setting Realistic Expectations: ROM Gains, Pain, and the "Titanium Knee" Reality

41:58 Metrics Beyond Numbers: Confidence, Mood, and the Emotional Work of Healing

44:46 Keep Learning + Resources: Advanced Courses & "Molecules of Behavior" Lectures

46:26 Case Q&A: Spontaneous Pneumothorax—Pleura Scarring, Hypermobility & Breath Coaching

52:02 Hypermobility on Your Radar: Memory Complaints, Mini Mental Status Checks & Re-testing

55:56 Trauma Cases & Documentation: Auto Accidents, Forensics, and Imaging/PT Referrals

58:52 Wrap-Up: Daughter Update, Advanced Signup, Foundation Mission + Podcast Disclaimer

In this episode of the Frequency Specific Microcurrent (FSM) podcast, Dr. Carol and Kim Pittis discuss approaching complex, unfamiliar cases by returning to first principles, researching in real time, and collaborating with patients. Dr. Carol shares a case of Meige (MEIGE) syndrome involving severe facial muscle spasticity and involuntary eye closure triggered by speaking, plus light sensitivity, absent gag reflex (partially restored after chiropractic care), elevated shoulders, and a history of extreme stress and childhood abuse. After identifying likely involvement of cranial nerve VII and structures associated with the pons, vagus, basal ganglia, cerebellum, and medulla, they describe an evolving FSM strategy: running protocols such as concussion and vagus/vagal tone, pons repair, increasing secretions in the pons, and "quieting" the basal ganglia and cerebellum (including noting 40/988 for quieting basal ganglia). They discuss searching neurotransmitters of the pons (acetylcholine, GABA, serotonin, norepinephrine), emphasizing inhibitory support via GABA and serotonin, supplementing with chewable GABA and later ordering 5-HTP, and the concept that using "increase secretions" can require providing precursors/substrate to avoid depletion. They also add emotional frequencies for fear/terror and note functional changes across two days, including relaxed facial muscles and improved blinking and speech-related eye control, then send the patient home with a five-hour nighttime program and a loaner device, with follow-up planned. The conversation also covers patient education, expectations and management with CustomCare devices, tracking outcomes with metrics like range of motion and confidence.

Carolyn McMakin, MA, DC - contact(at)freqeuncyspecific.com | Kim Pittis, LCSP, (PHYS), MT - info@fsmsports365.com

02:33 Post-Op Shoulder Debrief: Labrum Tear, Hill-Sachs/Bankart, and Fast Healing
05:21 Building a Detailed FSM Post-Op Plan from the Operative Report
08:28 Rotator Cuff Strength, Tissue Health, and "Shoulder Support" Protocols
12:19 Patient Advocacy: Second Opinions, Surgeon Interviews, and PACU FSM Access
16:40 Nerve Blocks, PACU Basics, and Why Ice Isn't the Healing Tool People Think
20:12 Positive Language in Rehab + Course/Livestream Updates
24:18 Midbrain/Pons Case Study: Trigeminal Neuralgia, Microclots, and Cranial Nerves
32:14 Cranial + vagus release: dura scarring, Valsalva, and concussion protocols
33:30 Emotional frequency sequence: anger → resentment → fear/terror → grief → restoring joy
34:48 "How did we get here?" Clinical reasoning beyond diagnosis & inflammation
38:02 Why order matters: avoiding grief-first + mapping emotions to organ meridians
43:30 Depression, vitamin D, and the realities of tapering antidepressants
45:14 Case study: big toe pain, phantom limb signals, and nerve traction strategy
47:46 Netter saves the day: peroneus brevis, fibula attachments, and periosteum treatment
50:24 Q&A: Hypermobile/EDS dizziness after hip changes—vestibular screen & gait recalibration
52:41 Quick hits: decoding tissue numbers (46 muscle, 62 arteries) and course takeaways
01:00:07 Achilles/heel pain after downhill hiking: tendon sheath, fat pad, fascia & trigger points

Patient Interaction and Choosing Medical Professionals

When selecting medical professionals for surgical procedures, it is crucial to consider not only their competence and technical skills but also their honesty, integrity, and communication style. Patients are encouraged to choose practitioners who make them feel comfortable, listen attentively, and explain procedures thoroughly.

Additionally, it is vital for practitioners to act as patient educators and advocates, ensuring that patients are aware of their options and understand what to expect from surgical and post-operative care.

Importance of Surgical Notes

Accessing detailed surgical notes is essential for creating a customized and effective post-operative care plan. Surgical notes provide insights into the procedural steps taken during surgery, highlighting areas that may require focused rehabilitation or specific therapeutic interventions.

Customized Post-Operative Care

- Utilizing FSM to address specific post-operative complications such as inflammation and adhesions.
- Developing tailored protocols that may involve restoring joint function, reducing pain, and improving muscle or tissue healing.
- Implementing FSM for emotional support, addressing emotional stress or trauma that can accompany physical injuries and surgeries.

Managing Emotional Aspects in Healing

FSM is also used to manage emotional components intertwined with physical healing. Addressing emotions such as anger, fear, and grief using specific frequencies is integral to comprehensive care. Understanding the psychology behind these emotions and treating them in a methodical sequence can significantly improve patient responses and recovery.

Proprioception and Vestibular Considerations

In patients who have undergone significant anatomical changes post-surgery, proprioceptive recalibration is crucial. Changes in gait or balance may necessitate proprioceptive exercises and FSM treatment for vestibular injuries to restore equilibrium and prevent dizziness or disorientation.

Hosts: Carolyn McMakin, MA, DC & Kim Pittis, LCSP, (PHYS), MT

01:37 Patient Case Study: Phantom Limb Pain
09:13 Understanding Liver Health and Detoxification
17:48 Addressing Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
29:51 Treating TMJ with FSM
34:17 Understanding Trigger Points and TMJ
37:01 Exploring Eczema and Its Causes
40:27 Post-ACL Reconstruction and Rehabilitation
49:19 Addressing Dementia and Its Potential Causes
55:28 Innovations in Surgical Solutions for Arthritis
57:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In the realm of medical practice, understanding various pain management and treatment techniques is essential, especially for medical professionals dealing with complex conditions. This guide delves into methods for treating various kinds of pain, nerve issues, and conditions such as liver toxicity, TMJ, and osteoporosis, as well as discussing new insights into dementia related to sensory loss.

**Managing Phantom Limb Pain**

Phantom limb pain can occur when nerves are damaged, leading to sensations in a limb that is no longer present. A case in point is the experience of nerve damage in the big toe, where the perceived pain resembles that of a phantom limb. Identifying and running specific treatment protocols such as 40/89 can be effective in alleviating such pain.

**Understanding Trigger Points**

Trigger points in muscles like the upper trapezius are often symptoms rather than causes of pain. They might originate from other underlying issues such as rotator cuff injuries. Treatment should focus on repairing associated injuries and reducing muscle tension through methods like running specific protocols tailored to nerve and muscle conditions.

**Liver Health and Detoxification**

The liver plays a crucial role in detoxifying the body, and certain conditions like cirrhosis require targeted treatment. Managing liver health may involve treating for toxicity, anesthesia, and providing support through supplements like lipoic acid and milk thistle. Protocols for conditions like non-alcoholic fatty liver focus on dietary management, particularly the reduction of carbohydrate intake.

**Restoring Muscle and Joint Function**

In treating joint issues such as TMJ, understanding the biomechanical contributions is vital. A detailed approach involves treating torn or broken ligaments and connective tissues. For post-surgical recovery, such as ACL reconstruction, encouraging the appropriate exercises without further straining repaired tendons is key. Coordinated movement must be restored cautiously to ensure proper healing.

**Dealing with Eczema and Immune System Responses**

Eczema can often be linked to immune responses and is treated by addressing histamine levels and inflammation. It's often associated with other conditions such as MCAS, and a multi-pronged treatment approach that targets the immune system, skin, and gut health is often beneficial.

**Dementia and Sensory Loss**

The loss of olfactory senses (smell) can be a predictor of dementia. Understanding the relationship between sensory loss and cognitive decline is critical in early intervention. Questions regarding vaccination effects, particularly related to COVID-19, should be explored as they might impact the onset or progression of symptoms.

Pain management and treatment are multifaceted, requiring a comprehensive understanding of the physiological and neurological factors involved. By addressing underlying causes of symptoms like phantom limb pain, improving liver function, and adopting holistic approaches to conditions like eczema and dementia, medical professionals can enhance treatment outcomes. Understanding these dynamics can empower healthcare providers to offer more effective interventions for various complex conditions.