Understanding Pain Through the Brain: How Threat Shapes Our Experience of Pain Pain is often misunderstood as a direct signal from damaged tissue—but in reality, it is a complex decision made by the brain. As an output of threat detection, pain reflects the brain’s ongoing calculation about whether you are in danger. When we understand […]
Chronic Pain
Dysautonomia: The Complex Web of Immune, Neurological and Metabolic
? Unraveling the Web: Understanding the Connection Between Gut Health, Immune Balance, and Brain Function Imagine your body as a finely tuned orchestra, where each instrument (organ system) plays in harmony under the guidance of a skilled conductor (your brain). When one instrument falls out of tune, it can disrupt the entire symphony. Similarly, imbalances […]
Fatigue: Balance Between Supportive and Disruptive Bioenergetic Factors
Understanding Fatigue Through Bioenergetic Balance Why Am I So Tired? Fatigue often starts at the cellular level. Our cells produce energy through mitochondria, tiny powerhouses that rely on the right environment and nutrients to work properly. When there is an imbalance between supportive and disruptive factors, energy production suffers, leading to physical and mental exhaustion. […]
Neurovestibular Integration Therapy: Why Your Brain Needs To Know Where You Are In Space
What Is Neurovestibular Integration Therapy? Neurovestibular Integration Therapy is a therapeutic approach designed to help your brain better understand where your body is in space—something called spatial orientation. It works by resetting the way your brain processes information from four key systems: Somatosensory System – This includes signals from your muscles, joints, and skin (touch […]
Functional Neurology: Transforming Chronic Health Conditions
Functional Neurology is an innovative, patient-centered approach to healthcare that focuses on optimizing brain function through personalized, non-invasive therapies. By examining how different parts of the brain interact and identifying areas of dysfunction, Functional Neurology helps individuals manage and even reverse symptoms associated with various chronic conditions. Below, we’ll explore how this powerful method is […]
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and Its Benefits for POTS
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition characterized by an abnormal increase in heart rate that occurs upon standing, often accompanied by symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, and cognitive challenges. While traditional treatments focus on hydration, salt intake, medications, and physical therapy, an emerging complementary approach gaining attention is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). What is […]