02/24/2026
Meet Dr. Shanna Arno — Osteopathic Manual Therapist (OMT), Naprapath, Root-Science based Certified Life Coach, and owner of Natural Body Works in Salmon Creek.
Today we’re talking about vagal tone.
What is it?
Why does it matter?
How do you know when it’s out of balance?
Your vagus nerve plays a powerful role in regulating stress, digestion, mood, and overall nervous system health. When the vagal tone is strong, your body adapts and recovers with more ease. When it’s low, you may notice things like chronic stress, digestive disruption, shallow breathing, anxiety, or difficulty “coming back down” after activation.
Dr. Shanna is here to bring clarity and education around what to look for — and how hands-on manual therapy can support regulation.
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