Brain injuries and neurological conditions can have a profound effect on people's lives. After a brain injury, people may deal with emotional and behavioral changes, chronic pain, and cognitive difficulties. In addition to their emotional and physical struggles, these individuals often experience financial hardships. At North Idaho Chiropractic Neurology Center, we work with many people suffering from brain injuries and neurological issues. Our Sandpoint practice has helped many people regain normalcy and function after a brain or neurological injury. If you're curious about seeing a Chiropractic Neurologist, D.C, DACNB, after a brain injury, here are a few things you should know.
What Is a Chiropractic Neurologist?
People think of back and neck pain when they think of chiropractors. Of course, chiropractors do help people with those issues. However, chiropractors study more than just the spine. They also study the surrounding muscles, tissues, and nervous system. Chiropractic Neurologists do a postdoctoral program in neurology and receive extensive training and certification to become experts in working with the brain, spine and nervous system.
A chiropractic neurologist focuses especially on the nervous system and the brain. They work with patients who deal with migraines, cognitive decline, memory loss, dizziness, vertigo, strokes, mental health conditions, and much more. They also help patients who have experienced brain injuries.
A chiropractic neurologist is a chiropractor who specializes in working with patients who have some type of neurological issue. The Chiropractic Neurology Center (CNC) explains that this includes individuals with issues related to:
- Radiculopathy, or a pinched nerve in the spine
- Movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, or Tourette syndrome
- Dystonia, which is abnormal muscle tone that results in muscle spasms and abnormal posture
- Rehabilitation after a stroke or head injury
- Vertigo or chronic pain
- Nerve entrapment syndromes
The Benefits of Seeing a Chiropractic Neurologist
Chiropractors who specialize in neurology focus on the whole person. We will provide an integrated approach when you see our chiropractor for neurological issues or brain injury treatment. Our chiropractor is uniquely qualified to understand how a brain injury can impact not just the brain but also the nervous system. Our board-certified neurological chiropractor will combine chiropractic and neurological regenerative techniques.
"A chiropractic neurologist is a Doctor of Chiropractic or the equivalent that has taken 300 post-doctoral hours of coursework in functional neurology and passed the rigorous written and performance exams required for certification by the ACNB. We call these doctors Diplomates of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB). They use the patient’s body and environment to assess, diagnose and localize areas of dysfunction. The human body systems are constantly affecting the neurological system and being affected by the neurological system. Our doctors use this functional and holistic approach to target interventions specific to the location of the dysfunction.
The chiropractic neurologist uses the muscular skeletal system and the sensory systems as they interact with the neurological system to improve quality of life. They use a variety of treatment modalities including the technique of adjustment as well as other sensory-based modalities to bring about improvements in health." Description from the American Chiropractic Neurology Board Website.
Visit Our Neurologist in Sandpoint, ID
After a brain injury or neurological issue, you just want to get your life back to normal as soon as possible. Our professional staff is dedicated to providing our patients the care they need to live their best lives. Whether your brain injury or neurological condition is minor or severe, our chiropractor will work with you every step of the way throughout your recovery process. Contact North Idaho Chiropractic Neurology Center in Sandpoint today to schedule your first consultation by calling (208) 946-5888.