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Evidence-informed articles on concussion recovery, vertigo, spinal decompression, migraines, POTS, and more from our San Diego team.
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Vagus Nerve Stimulation for POTS: What Patients Should Know
Vagus nerve stimulation for POTS is being studied as a noninvasive adjunct for autonomic symptoms, especially through auricular ear-based stimulation. The current evidence is promising but still early, so it should be viewed as one part of a broader POTS management plan rather than a stand-alone solution.
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Concussion and Brain Fog Treatment: What a Structured Recovery Plan May Include
Brain fog after a concussion is often a sign that more than one system is being stressed at the same time. A targeted evaluation can help identify vestibular, oculomotor, headache, sleep, cervical, autonomic, and exertional contributors so care is matched to the actual drivers of symptoms.
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Spinal Decompression vs Surgery: How to Compare Your Options
Many people searching for spinal decompression vs surgery are comparing two very different approaches. This guide explains when conservative care may be appropriate, when surgery becomes more reasonable, and how diagnosis changes the decision.
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BPPV Treatment San Diego: What Effective Care Should Include
BPPV can cause sudden spinning when rolling in bed, looking up, or bending over. In San Diego, effective treatment starts with confirming the diagnosis, identifying the involved canal, and using the right repositioning maneuver.
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Vestibular Migraine Specialist: What to Look for and What an Evaluation Should Include
Vestibular migraine can cause recurring dizziness, vertigo, motion sensitivity, and imbalance with or without head pain. A thorough evaluation helps distinguish it from BPPV, Meniere's disease, concussion-related dizziness, and other causes of persistent vestibular symptoms.
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Dysautonomia Specialist San Diego: How POTS and Orthostatic Symptoms Are Evaluated
Dysautonomia symptoms can include dizziness on standing, rapid heart rate, fainting, fatigue, brain fog, and exercise intolerance. This guide explains how San Diego patients can approach evaluation, when POTS may be part of the picture, and where non-invasive rehabilitation may fit into a broader care plan.
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Bulging Disc Treatment Without Surgery San Diego
Many people with a bulging disc can start with conservative care instead of rushing into surgery. This San Diego guide explains what non-surgical treatment may include, when sciatica or weakness needs closer attention, and when escalation is appropriate.
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Spinal Decompression Cost San Diego: What Patients Should Know Before Starting Care
Spinal decompression cost in San Diego can vary by exam, imaging review, visit count, and whether rehab is included. This guide explains pricing factors, candidacy, and how to discuss value with a qualified provider.
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POTS Treatment Without Medication: What Actually Helps
Many people with POTS start with non-medication care, but results usually depend on a structured plan rather than a random list of tips. This guide explains evidence-based lifestyle and rehabilitation strategies, when they help, and when a fuller evaluation is needed.
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Vestibular Rehabilitation San Diego: A Targeted Approach for Vertigo, Dizziness, and Balance Problems
Vestibular rehabilitation can help many people dealing with vertigo, dizziness, motion sensitivity, and balance problems, but the right treatment depends on the cause. San Diego Chiropractic Neurology uses a targeted, non-invasive evaluation to determine whether symptoms fit BPPV, vestibular hypofunction, post-concussion dysfunction, or another pattern that needs a different next step.
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Spinal Decompression for Sciatica
Spinal decompression for sciatica may help some patients with disc-related radiating leg pain, but it is not the right fit for every case. This guide explains what decompression is, when it may be considered, and why a full exam matters first.
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Post Concussion Syndrome Treatment San Diego
Persistent concussion symptoms can come from several overlapping problems, including dizziness, visual strain, headache triggers, neck dysfunction, and exercise intolerance. This guide explains how San Diego Chiropractic Neurology evaluates those patterns and builds a non-invasive rehab plan.
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Functional Neurology San Diego | What to Expect and Who It Helps
Dr. Kamran Jahangiri explains what a functional neurology trained doctor in San Diego does, who may benefit from care, and how conservative rehabilitation is used for dizziness, migraine, concussion, and balance problems. The article also covers emergency red flags, evaluation methods, and when to seek a consultation.
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Herniated Disc Treatment San Diego | Non-Surgical Care
A herniated disc can cause back pain, sciatica, numbness, or weakness, but not every disc finding on MRI is the true cause of symptoms. This guide explains how the team at San Diego Chiropractic Neurology evaluates disc-related symptoms, when conservative care is reasonable, and when urgent referral is needed.
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POTS Treatment Options Explained: Medication, Rehab, and Lifestyle
Looking for POTS treatment in San Diego? Learn how a functional neurology approach evaluates dysautonomia beyond standard symptom management, with selective evidence-based context.
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Concussion Treatment San Diego | What to Do Next
Concussion symptoms can affect headaches, balance, vision, focus, and exercise tolerance. This guide explains how Dr. Kamran Jahangiri evaluates concussion symptoms in San Diego and when targeted rehabilitation may help.
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Sciatica Treatment San Diego | Non-Surgical Options
Sciatica is radiating leg pain that usually starts with irritation or compression of a lumbar nerve root, not just simple low back pain. This guide explains how the functional neurology team at San Diego Chiropractic Neurology evaluates sciatica, when imaging matters, and which non-surgical treatments are most appropriate.
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Vertigo Treatment: Why Finding the Cause Comes First
Vertigo is a symptom, not a diagnosis. This guide explains how the functional neurology team at San Diego Chiropractic Neurology approaches dizziness, BPPV, vestibular migraine, concussion-related dizziness, and balance disorders.
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Non Surgical Spinal Decompression San Diego: Who It May Help and When to Consider It
Non-surgical spinal decompression may help selected San Diego patients with disc-related back pain or sciatica, but it is not right for every case. Learn who may benefit, when urgent care matters, and how a Functional Neurology Trained chiropractor evaluates candidacy.
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Disc Degeneration and Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy in San Diego: How Decompression Treats Herniated and Degenerative Discs
If you've been told you have a herniated disc, bulging disc, or degenerative disc disease, you're not alone and surgery isn't your only option. Learn how non-surgical spinal decompression therapy targets the root cause of disc degeneration with measurable, research-backed results.
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How Does Traumatic Brain Injury Affect Learning?
About 5.3 million people are living with permanent brain injury (TBI) related disabilities in the United States currently. About 5% of the population will also experience a head injury and about 15%...
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Long-Term Effects of a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
With a traumatic brain injury whatever part of the brain gets injured will typically dictate what types of symptoms you might experience. These symptoms typically resolve within a month. If the...
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How to Tell if You Have a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be tricky to identify. Typically if you are even having to ask yourself whether or not you may or may not have had a TBI you should first go seek out a doctor to...
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What is Considered a Traumatic Brain Injury? TBI Explained
A traumatic brain injury or a TBI, is any time there is damage to the brain such as bruising, shearing, tearing, or blunt trauma. A concussion is considered a mild traumatic brain injury or a mTBI....
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