The 3 T’s of Stress: Thoughts, Traumas, and Toxins
- Justin Baumann
- Aug 1
- 2 min read
Most people know stress isn’t great for the body — but few realize that stress shows up in more than just your mind. At Revive Chiropractic in Fitchburg, WI, we often talk to patients about the 3 T’s of Stress: Thoughts, Traumas, and Toxins.
These are the three main sources of stress that affect your nervous system, and ultimately your overall health. When we help patients understand these categories, it becomes easier to figure out what’s throwing their body off — and how chiropractic care can help rebalance things.
1. Thoughts – Mental and Emotional Stress
Stressful thoughts — whether it’s anxiety, work pressure, or emotional overwhelm — can have a real physical impact on your body. Your brain is in constant communication with your nervous system, and when you're mentally stressed, your body stays in a state of tension.
Signs of thought-based stress:
Tight shoulders and neck
Tension headaches
Fatigue or trouble sleeping
Irritability or brain fog
Chiropractic adjustments help calm the nervous system, improve sleep, and reduce that physical "fight-or-flight" tension many people carry.
2. Traumas – Physical Stress
Trauma doesn’t just mean major accidents. It includes minor injuries, poor posture, repetitive strain, childbirth, slips, falls, or even sitting too long.
These physical stressors can misalign the spine, irritate nerves, and throw the body off balance. If left uncorrected, even small traumas can lead to chronic pain or recurring issues.
At Revive Chiropractic, we use advanced tools like the ProAdjuster 360 to make gentle, precise adjustments — perfect for patients recovering from injury or dealing with sensitive areas.
3. Toxins – Chemical Stress
Toxins include anything your body has to process and detox. That might be:
Processed foods
Air pollution
Household chemicals
Medications
Alcohol
Even too much sugar or caffeine
While we can’t live in a bubble, chiropractic care helps by improving nervous system function, which supports better immune response and detox pathways. We also offer services like infrared sauna therapy, which aids natural detox and recovery.
Why This Matters for Long-Term Health
When one (or more) of the 3 T’s builds up, it creates what we call subluxations — misalignments in the spine that interfere with how your brain communicates with your body.
That’s where regular chiropractic care comes in. It’s not just about pain relief — it’s about resetting your nervous system, improving how your body functions, and helping you handle the stress you can’t avoid.
Start De-Stressing the Smart Way
At Revive Chiropractic, we’re here to help you feel better, think clearer, and move easier. Whether you’re dealing with mental overload, old injuries, or just want to stay ahead of stress — we’re ready to help.
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