Wellness, Illuminated
Empowering Journeys. Illuminating Lives.
Be Your Own Advocate
By: Summer Sanacore Published on: 15/11/2025This blog invites you to challenge the status quo, think outside the box, and encourage your healthcare team to do the same. Whether you're navigating Chiari malformation, unexplained symptoms, or a layered health journey of your own, this is a reminder that your voice is powerful, your body holds wisdom, and you're allowed to ask for more.
Living Active with Chiari & CCI: My Waterfall Experience
By: Summer Sanacore Published on: 10/09/2025A simple 1-mile walk to see a waterfall turned into a 4-mile uphill trek that challenged my body in unexpected ways. Living with Chiari Malformation and CCI means everyday activities can carry hidden struggles. In this post, I share how I navigated the experience, found support, and used BEMER to reset and restore balance.
Understanding the Daily “Feels” of Chiari & CCI: How Lifestyle & Weather Impact Symptoms
By: Summer Sanacore Published on: 02/07/2025Explore the everyday shifts of living with Chiari Malformation and Craniocervical Instability (CCI). Learn how factors like posture, technology use, and weather can affect your symptoms—and discover empowering tips to support your day-to-day journey.
Walking Together: The Importance of Family Support in a Chiari Journey
By: Summer Sanacore Published on: 01/05/2025Family support can transform the Chiari journey. This post explores how compassion, presence, and small acts of love bring strength, healing, and hope—especially when symptoms are invisible.
