One of the questions that we often get asked by new Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) patients is whether or not they should be working. While about 9 out of 10 patients that I see are on disability [...]
Chiropractic functional neurology is an emerging new discipline that is being used to treat various neurological and brain-based conditions, such as concussions or migraines.
Current research shows that, in addition to a variety of physical health concerns, post-concussion syndrome (PCS) may often lead to mental health problems such as depression and anxiety. [...]
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, more commonly referred to as POTS, is a condition that you will sometimes find in patients with post-concussion syndrome (PCS).
The symptoms of post-concussion syndrome (PCS) can show up in a number of ways, depending on the nature of the head injury. At Northoak Chiropractic Neurology, Dr. Jay Burness and his team have [...]
Saccades are eye movements that quickly shift the eye’s focus between two fixed points. They are used any time that your gaze moves from one point of gaze fixation to another. For example, if you [...]
It is common for concussion patients to ask what they can do at home to help with their recovery. Many want to know if diet is an important factor in recovery — and the answer is ‘yes’, it is [...]
Migraines are a medical condition that can cause a variety of symptoms, including headaches, light and sound sensitivity, nausea and even vomiting. Many migraines will often be preceded by a [...]
Do you want to learn more about what is involved in assessment, testing, and treatment for post-concussion syndrome (PCS) at Northoak? If you are reading this post, it is likely that you or [...]