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The abdominal brain and enteric nervous system.

D L McMillin1, D G Richards, E A Mein

  • 1Meridian Institute, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23454, USA. meridianinst@mindspring.com

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (New York, N.Y.)
|January 12, 2000
PubMed
Summary

The enteric nervous system (ENS), or abdominal nervous system, is increasingly recognized for its role in neurologic disorders like epilepsy and autism. Therapies targeting the ENS may complement traditional brain-focused treatments.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Conventional treatments for neurologic disorders primarily focus on the brain.
  • Some patients do not respond adequately to standard medical interventions.
  • Emerging evidence suggests the enteric nervous system (ENS) influences these conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the role of the enteric nervous system (ENS) in neurologic disorders.
  • To review historical perspectives and modern viewpoints on the abdominal nervous system.
  • To assess the potential of complementary therapies targeting the ENS.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of historical and contemporary research.
  • Analysis of evidence linking the ENS to neurologic conditions.

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  • Consideration of complementary therapeutic approaches.

    • Main Results:

    • The ENS, historically termed the 'abdominal nervous system,' is implicated in neurologic disorders.
    • Evidence supports the ENS's involvement beyond its digestive functions.
    • Complementary therapies focused on the ENS show promise.

    Conclusions:

    • The ENS plays a significant role in neurologic disorders such as epilepsy, migraine, and autism.
    • Understanding the ENS offers new avenues for treatment.
    • ENS-focused therapies can be valuable adjuncts to conventional care.