Category: Clinical Corner

Accelerator Nerve

The term “accelerator nerve” is often used in the context of the autonomic nervous system to refer to nerves that are involved in increasing physiological functions, such as heart rate or other responses that prepare the body for action. The most common use of this term relates to the sympathetic nervous system’s role in accelerating heart rate.

In this context, the “accelerator nerve” typically refers to the cardioaccelerator nerve, also known as the cardiac accelerator nerve. This nerve is part of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system, and it plays a role in increasing the heart rate and cardiac output as part of the body’s “fight or flight” response to stress or arousal.

When activated, the cardioaccelerator nerve releases the neurotransmitter norepinephrine (also known as noradrenaline). Norepinephrine binds to beta-adrenergic receptors on the heart’s muscle cells, specifically in the atria and ventricles. This binding leads to an increase in the heart rate (positive chronotropic effect) and an increase in the force of contraction (positive inotropic effect), resulting in a more efficient and rapid pumping of blood to meet increased demands.

The accelerator nerve, or cardioaccelerator nerve, is part of the sympathetic division’s control over the cardiovascular system, working in contrast to the parasympathetic nervous system’s role in slowing the heart rate. This balance between sympathetic and parasympathetic inputs helps regulate heart rate and cardiac function according to the body’s needs.

Technique

Blends: Paracelsus 

1. Application 

Sustained Inhalation 3 to 15 breathing cycles 

Feet

Lower legs

Knees / Thighs

Pelvis

Low Back / Lower abdomen

Whole abdominal Cavity

Mid Back

Chest / Upper Back

Tops of shoulders

Arms / forearms / hands

Neck

Jaws / whole head

2. Application 

Sustained Inhalation 3 to 15 breathing cycles

Back Head

Forehead

Back Heart

Front Heart

Deeper Diaphragm Release: 

By working these two aspects of the diaphragm you increase breathing effiency, decrease tension in the neck region (especially the sternocleidomastoid which are the two rope like muscles that come from behind the ear and attach to the sternum and collarbone), relax the diaphragm, regulate and deepen the breath, decrease body tension, purifies the back solar plexus and back throat chakras, and helps with the cultivation of a quiet mind.

Working these two aspects together has a releasing effect on the fascia of the diaphragm which expels physiological stress on the body and oppositional thinking in the mind 

Costal Aspect of Diaphragm (associated with inhalation)

Single Oils: Hyssop, Hyssop Decumbens, Frankincense, Sitka, Inula, Myrtle

Blends: Bronchioles, Deep Breath

Sustained inhalation 3 to 15 breathing cycles

Back Solar Plexus

Throat Minor

Crural Aspect of Diaphragm (associated with exhalation)

Single Oils: Ammi Visnaga, Tolu Balsam, Peru Balsam, Fir Balsam, Poplar Balsam

Blends: Friar’s Balsam

Sustained inhalation 3 to 15 breathing cycles

Back Heart

Throat Minor

• Enhanced by applying Thyme Linalool BT to chest / rib cage prior to doing this protocol
• Enhanced by doing pursed lip breathing after this protocol 

Increasing Circulation to the Brain

1. Application

Single Oils: Camphor

a.
Back heart

b.
Armpits

Elbows

Wrists

Palms

Arms

c.
Hips

Knees

Ankles

Soles

Legs

d.
Lungs

Liver

Gallbladder 

Kidneys

Spleen

2. Application 

Single Oils: Rosemary Verbenone 

Sustained Inhalation 3 to 15 breathing cycles 

Feet

Lower legs

Knees / Thighs

Pelvis

Low Back / Lower abdomen

Whole abdominal Cavity

Mid Back

Chest / Upper Back

Tops of shoulders

Arms / forearms / hands

Neck

Jaws / whole head

Excerpt from pain mechanisms and causes for poor sleep

Pain:

Perception and Interpretation: The processed pain signals are then relayed from the thalamus to the somatosensory cortex, which is responsible for the conscious perception of pain. The somatosensory cortex interprets the signals, allowing individuals to perceive and localize the pain.

Single Oils: Helichrysum, Poplar Balsam

Blends: Trauma Relief, Alpha 

Sustained Inhalation for 3 to 15 breathing cycles

Body Awareness (especially areas that are compromised, degenerating, or in pain)

Excerpt from: The Essentials Class

Cardiac Fatigue / Cardiac Stress / Adrenal Hyper Reactivity:

a. Cardiac fatigue, also known as heart fatigue or myocardial fatigue, refers to a condition in which the heart muscle becomes weakened and less efficient in pumping blood. This can have significant effects on a person’s health, leading to various complications and symptoms. Here are some of the potential effects of cardiac fatigue on health:

b. Reduced Exercise Capacity: 

Cardiac fatigue can lead to decreased cardiac output, which is the amount of blood pumped by the heart per minute. As a result, individuals may experience fatigue and reduced exercise tolerance. They may find it more challenging to engage in physical activities or exert themselves without becoming quickly tired.

c. Shortness of Breath: 

The weakened heart muscle in cardiac fatigue may struggle to pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs. This can result in a condition called congestive heart failure, which is characterized by symptoms such as shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, and a sensation of heaviness or pressure in the chest.

d. Fluid Retention and Edema: 

Cardiac fatigue can impair the heart’s ability to pump blood efficiently, leading to fluid accumulation in various parts of the body. This can result in edema, which is swelling caused by excess fluid in the tissues. Edema commonly affects the ankles, legs, and abdomen in individuals with heart failure.

e. Increased Risk of Arrhythmias: 

The weakened heart muscle in cardiac fatigue may be more susceptible to irregular heart rhythms or arrhythmias. These abnormal heart rhythms can range from mild palpitations to more severe and potentially life-threatening conditions, such as ventricular tachycardia or atrial fibrillation.

f. Organ Damage: 

When the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, various organs and tissues in the body may not receive an adequate supply of oxygen and nutrients. Over time, this can lead to organ damage or dysfunction, including kidney problems, liver issues, and cognitive impairment.

g. Poor Quality of Life: 

Cardiac fatigue can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Fatigue, limited physical abilities, and the burden of managing symptoms can lead to decreased mobility, social isolation, and emotional distress.

Single Oils: Inula, Neroli, Ylang Ylang, Melissa, Anise, Camphor, Rosemary Camphor, Terebinth, Sylvester Pine

Sustained Inhalation for 3-15 breathing cycles and repeat (done daily)

Brain Awareness

Kidneys

Meng Mein 

Back Heart

Crown