Integrated Mind Body

14/10/2025

Simple Brain Gym exercises to awaken the brain for better learning and academic performance.

10/10/2025

The vagus nerve, a critical communication highway connecting your brain to vital organs, is emerging as a powerful tool in modern medicine. Stimulating this nerve has been proven to effectively treat conditions like depression, epilepsy, and even systemic inflammation.

Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) works by sending gentle electrical impulses to the nerve, which then modulates brain activity and influences the body’s autonomic nervous system. In cases of depression, VNS can help rebalance mood-related brain circuits, offering relief to individuals who haven’t responded to traditional therapies. For epilepsy, stimulation reduces the frequency and severity of seizures by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain.

Beyond mental health and neurological disorders, VNS also shows promise in controlling inflammation. By activating the body’s anti-inflammatory pathways, the vagus nerve can reduce chronic inflammation, which is linked to a variety of diseases including autoimmune disorders and metabolic conditions.

The implications of this therapy are profound. Vagus nerve stimulation represents a shift toward treatments that harness the body’s natural systems rather than relying solely on medications. It also highlights the incredible connection between the brain, nervous system, and overall physical health.

Researchers continue to explore new applications for VNS, including anxiety, chronic pain, and even enhancing cognitive function. As technology advances, non-invasive devices are being developed, making it easier for patients to benefit from this therapy without surgery.

Vagus nerve stimulation is more than a medical procedure—it’s a glimpse into a future where the nervous system itself can be used to restore balance, health, and well-being.

06/10/2025

Discover the connection between midline activities and improved attention span in the classroom. https://ilslearningcorner.com/2015-11-why-crossing-the-midline-activities-helped-this-child-listen-to-his-teacher/

02/10/2025

Interesting explanation of the brain and stress! 🧠

28/09/2025

Without a strong foundation, a child’s learning development can…

be delayed or become immature. Just like building the foundation of a house, the neural connections in a child need a strong foundation for:

🤔Regulating emotions
🤔Retaining facts and information
🤔Problem solving
🤔Executive function
🤔Impulse control

…and so much more! The first few years of a child’s life is when you give them as many opportunities as possible to build:

👶Sensory connections
👶Motor skills
👶Tactile exploration
👶Emotional grounding

All of these skills lead to better learning in the classroom when the child is ready. To learn more about what a child needs to establish a strong learning foundation, click the link here:

https://ilslearningcorner.com/2015-06-building-your-childs-brain-is-like-building-a-house-active-for-life/?utm_source=Google+Ads&utm_medium=Test2&utm_campaign=Test3&fb

28/09/2025

A quiet, heart-engaged mind is more receptive to intuitive insight…

22/09/2025

Boost Your Brainpower with Simple Brain Gym® Exercises! https://ilslearningcorner.com/2017-01-brain-gym-simple-brain-gym-exercises-to-awaken-the-brain-for-learning-readiness/

19/12/2024

Opening the door to hope, growth, and new opportunities…

17/12/2024

What abeautifull afternoon of connection, sharing, celebrating, networking & above all caring at the Gather Together women in business end of year celebration at Mooloolaba Wellness Collective! Guest speakers Amanda, Samantha & Niki were outstanding! Most importantly this wonderfull event raised much needed funds for Somshine Sanctuary; Crisis Accomodation for Women & Children in need.🩵🩵🩵

10/12/2024

05/12/2024

Integrated Mind Body with Kim Fraser has now opened our second practice location within the beautiful Mooloolaba Wellness Collective. All treatment options remain with HICAPS HEALTH FUND CLAIMING IN CLINIC for Remedial Massage plus EFTPOS & Credit Card facilities. For more information or to BOOK ONLINE go to
www.integratedmindbody.com.au

I look forward to seeing you in clinic☺️