Written by Sophie Hose, DC, MS, CCSP Balance is an essential component of human movement and function, playing a pivotal role in everything from elite athletic performance to the simple activities of daily living. In chiropractic neurology, balance is not merely about standing upright or walking … [Read more...] about Why Balance Matters
Understanding Vertigo
Written by Sophie Hose, DC, MS, CCSP What is Vertigo? Vertigo is a sensation of self-motion when no self-motion is occurring or a sensation of distorted self-motion during an otherwise normal head or body movement. This condition can lead to balance issues, nausea, and difficulty with … [Read more...] about Understanding Vertigo
The Impact of Concussions on the Limbic System: Understanding Neurological and Emotional Consequences
Written by Sophie Hose, DC, MS, CCSP Concussions, often referred to as mild traumatic brain injuries, can have significant implications beyond immediate physical symptoms. This blog explores the intricate connection between concussions and the limbic system, shedding light on how these injuries … [Read more...] about The Impact of Concussions on the Limbic System: Understanding Neurological and Emotional Consequences
The Impact of Concussions on the Brainstem and Autonomic Nervous System: Understanding Dysautonomia and Recovery Challenges
Written by Sophie Hose, DC, MS, CCSP Concussions, often known as mild traumatic brain injuries, can have profound effects beyond immediate symptoms. This blog explores the intricate connection between concussions, the brainstem, the autonomic nervous system (ANS), and the emergence of … [Read more...] about The Impact of Concussions on the Brainstem and Autonomic Nervous System: Understanding Dysautonomia and Recovery Challenges
The Impact of Concussions on the Vestibular System: Insights from Chiropractic Neurology
Written by Sophie Hose, DC, MS, CCSP Concussions are increasingly recognized for their potential to disrupt not only cognitive functions but also the delicate balance mechanisms of the vestibular system. This blog explores the profound effects of concussions on vestibular function and highlights … [Read more...] about The Impact of Concussions on the Vestibular System: Insights from Chiropractic Neurology
Neurodegenerative Disease Following a Concussion
Written by Sophie Hose, DC, MS, CCSP The temporal lobes are located below the parietal lobes on the sides of the brain, directly behind the ears. When it comes to their function, the temporal lobes are mainly regarded as the location of auditory processing (hearing) and memory integration. … [Read more...] about Neurodegenerative Disease Following a Concussion
Visual Processing Abnormalities following a Concussion
Written by Sophie Hose, DC, MS, CCSP Explaining how we see has been a quest that has fascinated researchers for a very long time. With advances in our knowledge of neuroscience, anatomy and physiology and technical progress, studies have shed more and more light on the structures that make up the … [Read more...] about Visual Processing Abnormalities following a Concussion
Proprioception and Other Sensory Inputs in Concussions
Written by Sophie Hose, DC, MS, CCSP This post explores the role of the parietal lobe in mild traumatic brain injuries, commonly known as concussions. While the frontal lobe is often the most affected in concussions, symptoms can manifest across all regions of the brain for several reasons: … [Read more...] about Proprioception and Other Sensory Inputs in Concussions
An Observation on Neuro-Emotional Technique’s Impact on the Brain
By Marc Ellis D.C. NMT, MSc, DACNB, FACFN, FABBIR Who are we? Where is our mind located? What is the relationship between the mind and the body? These have been questions that humans have considered for thousands of years, including Dr. D.D. Palmer. We, as chiropractors discuss that … [Read more...] about An Observation on Neuro-Emotional Technique’s Impact on the Brain