For many stroke survivors, post-stroke depression is a very real and difficult problem. In fact, approximately one-third of stroke sufferers are affected by post-stroke depression. However, just as there continues to be progress on the prevention and treatment of strokes, there are advances in … [Read more...] about Beating Post-Stroke Depression
Spinal Fusion Surgery… How Necessary Is It?
Spinal fusion surgery is becoming an increasingly popular recommendation for patients suffering from a number of back ailments including spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease but how necessary is surgery for these patients? The answer may surprise you. … [Read more...] about Spinal Fusion Surgery… How Necessary Is It?
Could You Be Experiencing A Balance Disorder?
Balance Disorders affect nearly 90 million Americans each year, is the second most common complaint heard in doctors’ offices and the number one health complaint of patients over the age of 70. There are more than a dozen balance, or vestibular, disorders though some are more common that others. … [Read more...] about Could You Be Experiencing A Balance Disorder?
Exploring the Buzz Effect
Ever wonder what causes some ideas to take off or, in today’s language, become “viral”, while other ideas fizzle from the start? Some researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles wanted to find out so they set up a study to explore what they call the “buzz effect”. … [Read more...] about Exploring the Buzz Effect
Living, and Thriving, with Epilepsy
In addition to the wins, losses and big plays of the week, epilepsy also featured prominently in this past weekend’s sports news as the Minnesota Gophers’ head football coach, Jerry Kill, suffered another game-day epileptic seizure at halftime during the game. This is not the first time this has … [Read more...] about Living, and Thriving, with Epilepsy
Understanding Restless Leg Syndrome
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), or Willis-Ekbom disease (WED), is a common and treatable neurologic disorder characterized by an overwhelming urge to move the legs or other parts of the body. This is often accompanied by unusual or unpleasant sensations such as creeping, throbbing or pulling. The most … [Read more...] about Understanding Restless Leg Syndrome
Have You Been Diagnosed with Multiple System Atrophy?
Multiple System Atrophy is a rare neurologial disorder that impairs the body’s involuntary functions including blood pressure, heart rate, digestion and bladder function. Typically affecting patients beginning in their 50’s or 60’s, it is degenerative in nature and affects more men than women. While … [Read more...] about Have You Been Diagnosed with Multiple System Atrophy?
Pain and Aging
It’s pretty safe to say that almost everyone wants to preserve their youthfulness as long as possible, and not just in the way we feel but also in the way we look. There are many factors that contribute to premature aging but most of them are preventable. However, for any of the millions of … [Read more...] about Pain and Aging
Dr. Marc Ellis Announces Speaking Engagement at ABCA Conference
The Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center is pleased to announce that Dr. Marc Ellis will be teaching at this year's National Convention for the American Black Chiropractic Association. Dr. Ellis, who also teaches at the preeminent Carrick Institute, will be speaking on several topics including … [Read more...] about Dr. Marc Ellis Announces Speaking Engagement at ABCA Conference