November 3, 2025 Puzzle Piece
Adrenal Fatigue Symptom Assessment for YOU and Your Patients
Several
years ago, Doug Grant ask Dr Harris, Dr Brett, and me to think and
express what we consider to be one of the most important nutrients that
every patient needed every day. Of course, I choose Opti-Adrenal because
everyone is under stress every day. We can demonstrate very easily
that people are stressed out past their ability to repair alone by the
simple joint stretch test. You test any individual or muscle group like
an arm-shoulder. First test the arm or an individual muscle to make
sure it is strong in the clear by simply muscle testing. You then
stretch the muscle or joint by a light jerk on the joint. If the
adrenals are optimal, the retesting will show no weaknesses. If the
muscle or group muscle test weak, the adrenals are most likely the
problem.
The Most Common Adrenal Disorders
The most common disorders happen when either too much or too little
hormones are produced. Adrenal glands can also be impaired if there is a
disorder in the pituitary gland, as it signals the adrenals to make
certain hormones like cortisol and aldosterone. Adrenal gland disorders
include recurring subluxations, chronic fatigue, frequent pain
patterns, Addison’s disease, Cushing’s syndrome, Pheochromocytoma,
adrenal hyperplasia and many stages of adrenal crisis. Emotions can be a
serious side effect as well as blood sugar regulation. As you and your
patients take the symptom survey, you will get the big idea of how
important the adrenals and adrenal function are.
The answers usually involve Opti-Adrenal at 1, 2/day. Also test for
Opti-Thyroid and sometimes Opti-Glandular. Being a Chiropractor, I
always balance the pelvis, the spine, the cranium and the TMJ.
Please take the test! Then balance yourselves, your family and your patients as outlined.
TEST INSTRUCTIONS: Rate each symptom based on how frequently or severely
you experience it. 0 = Never | 1 = Occasionally | 2 = Sometimes | 3 =
Often | 4 = Always
Maximum score: 100
Symptoms:
- I feel exhausted even after a full night's sleep. Score:
- I struggle with energy crashes, especially in the afternoon. Score:
- I wake up feeling groggy and unrefreshed. Score:
- I rely on caffeine or sugar to get through the day. Score:
- I have trouble staying awake in the afternoon or evening. Score:
- I feel overwhelmed or stressed more easily than before. Score:
- I feel irritable, anxious, or emotionally unstable. Score:
- I have difficulty handling pressure or stressful situations. Score:
- I experience frequent mood swings or emotional highs and lows. Score:
- I feel mentally foggy, forgetful, or have difficulty concentrating. Score:
- I have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Score:
- I wake up frequently during the night. Score:
- I feel tired even after a full night’s rest. Score:
- I get a second wind of energy late at night. Score:
- My sleep schedule feels inconsistent or disrupted. Score:
- I crave salty, sugary, or high-carb foods. Score:
- I feel shaky, lightheaded, or irritable if I miss meals. Score:
- I experience frequent hunger, even shortly after eating.
- I have episodes of dizziness when standing up too quickly. Score:
- I feel my energy dip after eating (post-meal crashes). Score:
- My libido has noticeably decreased. Score:
- I frequently get sick or take longer to recover. Score:
- I have unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight. Score:
- My body temperature feels inconsistent (e.g., cold hands and feet). Score:
- I experience PMS, irregular periods, or worsened menopausal symptoms. Score:
- I experience muscle weakness or frequent muscle aches. Score:
- I feel joint pain or inflammation without an obvious cause. Score:
- I have frequent headaches or migraines. Score:
- I experience digestive issues (bloating, constipation, or diarrhea). Score:
- My skin appears dull, dry, or I have dark circles under my eyes. Score:
Scoring Interpretation:
0 - 20: Minimal adrenal fatigue symptoms 21 - 40: Mild adrenal fatigue symptoms
41 - 60: Moderate adrenal fatigue symptoms consider stress reduction and lifestyle changes.
61 - 80: Severe adrenal fatigue, seek professional support for adrenal restoration.
81 - 100: Extreme adrenal
We have seminars to help you help your patients and yourselves to a
greater level. We have a Brimhall Six Steps Certification for three
days in Gilbert AZ November 6-8, 2025, and a second one scheduled for
March 5-7, 2026. These are taught to small groups, HANDS ON, by Dr
Brett and Dr John Brimhall in Dr Brett’s office. Call Jason at our
seminar office at 480-964-5198 for more information and registration.
Our annual OHS-Brimhall Homecoming Seminar will be January 22-25, 2026. Call OHS directly at 800-890-4547.for registration.
Yours in Health and Wellness,
John W Brimhall, DC, BA, BS, FIAMA, DIBAK
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