5 tips to Support Your Hormones

Amy Zellmer

We all know that when our hormones are out of whack it’s not good for our health, but do you know the signs of a hormone imbalance and what you should do about it? Do you really know what it can to you and your daily moods and health? And if you hormones are out of balance, what should you do about it?

When your hormones are out of balance it can cause mood swings, heavy or painful periods, low libido, insomnia, weight gain and skin problems…just to name a few of the side effects. So you can easily see why it’s so important to make sure that your hormones are balanced.

The first thing we need to do is know the signs of a hormonal imbalance.  I just mentioned some of the symptoms, but some aren’t as obvious or you may not realize that they could be related to hormones. Again, unexplained weight gain, insomnia, heavy periods, low libido and skin problems are some of the signs that we might see — as well as anger or rage in men.

But some other signs are: muscle pain, stiffness or tenderness, sweating, increased sensitivity to cold or heat, depression, nervousness, anxiety or irritability, thinning hair and increased hunger.

Now you know what to look for, what the heck should you do about it?

Of course, depending on the symptoms and the severity, you should always consult a medical professional because you may need specific tests to determine the underlying cause, but I want to give you some natural solutions to try at home.

  1. Eat plenty of protein! Dietary protein provides essential amino acids that your body can’t make on its own and must be consumed every day in order to maintain muscle, bone and skin health. Also, protein influences the release of your hormones that control your appetite.

2. Avoid sugar and refined carbs! We all know that neither one is good for us, but did you know that studies have consistently shown that fructose can increase insulin levels and promote insulin resistance? AKA have serious long lasting effects on your hormones.

Just FYI insulin is a hormone that has several different functions, but one is that it allow cells to take up sugar and amino acids from the bloodstream, which is used for energy. Too much insulin can have serious health risks like diabetes, heart disease and cancer.

3. Drink green tea! It’s one of the healthiest beverages you can drink! It has metabolism-boosting caffeine and it contains an antioxidant known as epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which has been credited with several health benefits. PLUS there have been studies done that suggest green tea may increase insulin sensitivity and lower insulin levels.

4. Exercise regularly: A major benefit of exercise is its ability to reduce insulin levels and increase insulin sensitivity. Plus, we all know that exercising is a great endorphin release to help put us in a better mood and give us a boost of energy, which are both great to manage your stress. There have been a lot of studies done that stress can wreak havoc on your hormones, so exercising has too many benefits to count when it comes to balancing your hormones!

5. Eat Fatty Fish! Fatty fish is by far the best source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, which have several anti-inflammatory properties and help to balance your hormones. salmon, albacore tuna, mackerel, sardines, lake trout, halibut, herring

I’m also going to add a bonus 6th tip — join Dr. Maggie Yu, MD’s hormone masterclass! (pro hack: use code: SCHOLARSHIP for a discounted offer). She covers SO much information in her course, it’s crazy! Also included with the course is a hormone testing kit, and a phone consult with Dr. Maggie Yu herself. Join her FB group for TONS of free resources as well!

I’m curious, do you have any of the symptoms of a hormone imbalance? And did you know that could be the cause of your symptoms? Let us know in the comments and if you do have symptoms, which of the things I mentioned are you going to start today?

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5 Tips to Improve Your Digestive Health

Amy Zellmer

 

Gut health is SO important for healthy brain health, as well as mental health.

Everyone experiences digestive problems at some point, but when they become more common they can have a big effect on your daily life. There have also been several studies that show that your gut health is related to your mental health as well. So, what can you do to improve your digestive health?

Today, I’m sharing 5 tips to naturally improve your digestive health.

Your digestive system breaks down foods and liquids into their chemical components, meaning it breaks them down into carbohydrates, fats, proteins, etc. Then, the body can absorb it as nutrients and use it for energy or to build or repair cells.

If your digestive health is out of whack, it can cause everything from heartburn, ulcer, diverticulitis, gallstones and diarrhea to depression and anxiety.

So, what can you do to improve your digestive health to feel better day to day, but also to help prevent long term health issues?

1. Eat more fiber! A high-fiber diet has been linked to a reduced risk of digestive conditions, including ulcers, reflux, hemorrhoids, diverticulitis and IBS. Eat things like, oat bran, legumes, nuts, seeds, vegetables and whole grains.

2. Eat healthy fats! Fat helps you feel satisfied after a meal and is needed for proper nutrient absorption. Also, studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids may decrease your risk of developing inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis. Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids include flaxseeds, chia seeds, nuts, and fatty fish like salmon.

3. Drink your H20! Low fluid intake is a common cause of constipation. You should be drinking half of your bodyweight in water daily. For example, if you weigh 150lbs, you should drink at least 75oz. Of water per day. If you don’t like water, add flavor like fruit to your water or drink herbal teas. Also, try to avoid too many caffeinated drinks that will dehydrate you.

4. Eat real food! Stay away from the processed crap! Processed foods like low-calorie drinks and ice creams often contain artificial sweeteners, which may cause digestive problems.

One study found that eating 50 grams of the artificial sweetener xylitol led to bloating and diarrhea in 70% of people, while 75 grams of the sweetener erythritol caused the same symptoms in 60% of people.

Your digestive system is not made to digest fake food, it’s meant to digest real food. Honor your body!

5. Move everyday! Exercise and gravity help food travel through your digestive system. Even if it’s just something as simple as a short walk after eating, instead of immediately sitting down, it will naturally help keep everything moving!

Which one of these tips are you going to put into action today? Let us know in the comments, which tip are you going to use immediately to help improve your digestion?

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Signs of Chronic Inflammation and How You Can Prevent It

Amy Zellmer

Did you know that chronic inflammation has been found to be a precursor to almost every chronic disease and chronic disease? And that it affects 133 million Americans?

Right now, that may look like slow and steady weight gain, sleep disturbances, joint pain, migraines, brain fog, and fatigue, and over time these symptoms will get worse.And you may not even realize that the food you’re putting in your body is causing acute inflammation now that can lead to serious problems later.

The problem is that a lot of people don’t even realize that they have signs of chronic inflammation or if they do, they don’t know what the long term effects are or what they can do to fix it now.

Today, we’re going to talk about the signs of inflammation and what you should be doing about it to help prevent some serious chronic conditions and to just help you feel better on a daily basis because if you’re bloated and tired all of the time you’re not going to feel your best.

What is inflammation? It isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Inflammation is how your body tries to protect itself. It’s your body’s way of protecting itself.

Think back on the last time you stubbed your toe or got a tiny paper cut. Your skin puffs up and it turns pink. What you’re seeing is fluid rushing to that location to try to heal the tissue. Or Have you ever tried a new workout and then the next day everything is sore and hurts? You have muscles you didn’t even realize you had. You probably noticed that your body felt kind of tight, swollen, achy, and sore. Well, that is inflammation. It’s a good thing. It’s healing your tissues.

Bodily inflammation is weight in fluids that you may have been carrying around for years simply because you’re eating foods that are inflammatory for YOU.

Basically anything that stresses your body out is a cue for your body to protect itself. It’s our first line of defense. I mean, we’re pretty good at taking care of ourselves. When your body gets the message that it needs to heal, it sends inflammation to that area. Now, there’s two different types of inflammation. You’re going to know these. The first one is what we call acute inflammation. If you’ve ever rolled your ankle, stubbed your toe, or got a sliver in your finger, the inflammation comes on suddenly. The second type of inflammation is what we call chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation builds up over time slowly, over days, weeks, months, decades. We often don’t even notice it. It’s also the root cause of so many diseases.

Chronic inflammation is what happens when we’re repeatedly exposed to something that our body sees as foreign, even though we might not see it as foreign.

In other words, you can go into the grocery store and see a bag of chips that looks familiar to you, but it’s filled with chemicals and fake ingredients. Even though you can eat it and you’re not going to get sick, your body still, because of evolution, sees it as a foreign object, the result of which, consuming fake foods for years and years, is the buildup of chronic inflammation.

Chronic inflammation is the cause of almost all disease. Chronic inflammation can cause diseases such as: rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, IBS, heart disease, and so many more. Just about any disease of the brain or the immune system can be directly linked back to chronic inflammation.

Then, it’s really easy to pack on the pounds even when you’re like, “I don’t get it. I’m exercising like crazy. I’m eating the right foods and I’m counting calories.”

Inflammation can also be caused by an infection or a food sensitivity, even a food sensitivity to something that should be healthy.

So what types of food cause inflammation?

Some are obvious like high fructose corn syrup and processed crap, like artificial trans fats, vegetable and seed oils, refined carbohydrates and processed meat.

But some aren’t as obvious like seasoning mixes, agave and peanuts.

Plus, you will notice that some foods aren’t on a list, but they seem to affect you and that’s because food affects people differently.

That’s why it’s so important to make notes about how you feel after eating so that you can cut out the food that is causing inflammation for you and start eliminating that food from your diet.

Now let me clear, does this mean that you can never have a cupcake or ice cream again? Definitely not, because that’s not realistic, but it’s going to make you much more aware. It’s going to make you stop and think about if it’s really worth it and the goal is to limit it to special occasions or when you’re truly craving it not as a dessert every night.

So, first thing you need to do to eliminate inflammation is keep a food diary for a few days, write down everything you eat and how you feel afterwards.

Second, start adding more anti-inflammatory food like berries (strawberries, blueberries, etc.), fatty fish like salmon. Avocado and broccoli are great superfoods that have tons of other benefits too! Also, drink green tea or add turmeric to your meals to help with inflammation.

Keep a food diary for the next 3 days. Write down everything that you eat and how you feel afterwards and then let us know what you learned. Let us know what foods leave you feeling bloated or tired or in a brain fog so that you can cut them out of your diet and prevent inflammation!

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Join Me For a Day of Extreme Self-Care

Amy Zellmer

Join me for a day of extreme self care, while getting clear on what you want to bring into your life for 2021!!

In this 6 hour workshop you will learn how to incorporate yoga*, mindfulness, essential oils, intentions, and affirmations into helping you create the year (and life) you WANT!

Connecting the mind to movement and breath is a powerful tool in relaxation, as well as creating abundance in our lives. I will teach you HOW to do this so you have the tools going forward to attract more of what you WANT into your life! (and let go of what is no longer serving you!)

Are you tired of feeling like you have no direction in your life?
Does it feel like your days get derailed for no good reason?
Is self-care not a priority in your life — yet you want it to be??
Do you struggle with understanding how to create intentions that you will take action on??

In this workshop you will gain the skills to laser focus on what it is that WANT in 2021 … stopping the what-if’s and should-of’s in their tracks. (bub-bye, self-doubt!)

Using age-old techniques that have been time-tested and proven over the years, you will learn how to focus on YOU and what YOU WANT in your life — whether it’s better health, a new job, a better relationship, or anything in between.

DATE: Friday, January 1st
TIME: 10am-4pm CST (11-5EST/8-2PST)
WHERE: the comfort of your home via Zoom

INVESTMENT: early bird $97 (or two payments of $55) before December 15th — after the 15th it goes up to $197

Give yourself the ultimate holiday gift — and invest in YOURSELF!

The class will be recorded so that you can refer to it and watch it over again whenever you need a boost of self care or inspiration!

*Absolutely no yoga experience is necessary, and all poses can be modified to accommodate those with mobility issues. What’s important is that we connect our mind, body (movement), and breath in order create abundance and clarity in our lives.

PLUS BONUSES!!!!

Bonus 1: Receive a workbook and affirmation cards
Bonus 2: Recorded mindfulness audio recordings to use at your convenience
Bonus 3: A 1:1 30 minute private coaching call with ME
Bonus 4: A custom-blended essential oil roll-on of your choice

 

Pay What You Choose

I’ve had so many of you reach out that you couldn’t afford the full price, and I really want this class to be accessible to you … so I have created a “pay what you choose” option to accommodate your budget. I have added a “sponsor another” category if you’re feeling generous and would like to help offset the costs for those who can’t afford full price. NAMASTE!

Love & Light $20
Peace & Calm $37
Shine Bright $57
Full Price $97
Sponsor Another $147

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About Amy

Amy Zellmeris an award-winning author, keynote speaker, and TBI survivor. in 2014 she suffered a TBI from a fall on the ice which began her journey into advocacy work.  She produces a podcast series — Faces of TBI, and hosts TBI TV on YouTube. Additionally, she created Concussion Discussions, sponsored by Integrated Brain Centers. She is addicted to Starbucks coffee and loves all things glittery and pink!

She has completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training and completed the LoveYourBrain yoga teacher training. Additionally, she has received her certification in mindfulness and the emotional freedom technique (EFT).

Black Friday Book & Life Coaching Sale | Brain Injury Awareness

Amy Zellmer

This Black Friday through Cyber Monday I am offering you reduced pricing on my book and life coaching packages! They also make great Christmas gifts for a loved one in your life!

In addition to getting an autographed copy of the book with FREE SHIPPING — I will be donating $1 from every book sale to LoveYourBrain on #GivingTuesday 

Grab your copy of my book(s) at a reduced price for Black Friday!!

Amy Zellmer, Life With a Traumatic Brain Injury, Embracing the Journey, Brain injury, tbi, traumatic brain injury, concussion, pcs, book, author,

Life With a Traumatic Brain Injury: Finding the Road Back to Normal
Reg. $15 Sale: $12

Embracing the Journey: Moving Forward After Brain Injury
Reg. $15 Sale: $12

Book Bundle (both books)
Reg. $25 Sale: $20

 

PLUS FREE SHIPPING!!!

 

Grab your Life Coaching session at a reduced price for Black Friday!!

These are 30 minute sessions via phone or Zoom video. We can talk about just about anything you like — as long as you promise to be positive and optimistic!

Single session: $25
Bundle of 3 Sessions: $60

 

 

 

 

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#NOTINVISIBLE Celebrating Brain Injury Awareness Day, Virtually

Amy Zellmer

Save the Date!

#NOTINVISIBLE
Virtual Event

March 16, 2021
10am-4pmCST

celebrating Brain Injury Awareness Day — virtually!

Join us for a fun VIRTUAL awareness event!
We will have a day packed full of speakers who will share their brain injury story with you, read from their book, explain their product, and so much more!

This event is designed for survivors, caregivers, and professionals!

REGISTER TO ATTEND HERE: www.facesoftbi.com/event

APPLY TO BE A SPEAKER HERE: CLICK HERE
APPLY TO BE A SPONSOR HERE: CLICK HERE

A New Partnership with Integrated Brain Centers

Amy Zellmer

I am so excited to share with you!!

I would like to introduce to you my new partnership with Integrated Brain Centers out of Denver, CO.

Together we will bringing you a TON of fresh, new content on recovering from concussion/TBI including:

Additionally, Integrated Brain Centers will be the new sponsor of my Faces of TBI podcast series and TBI TV.

Integrated Brain Centers supports patients from all over the country, offering week-long intensives as well as tele-health services. They use cutting-edge Functional Neurology techniques to help relieve symptoms including: dizziness, headaches, vertigo, neuro fatigue, cognitive decline, sleep disturbances, emotional imbalances, and so much more! Additionally, they incorporate Functional Medicine into their practice to help find underlying metabolic conditions that are hindering patient recovery.

www.integratedbraincenters.com   303.781.0126

 

Dr. Steadman (L) and Dr. Maynard (R)

Meet the Doctors:

Dr. Shane Steadman, DC, DACNB, DCBCN, FACFN, FAAIM, CNS, CCCN, DCCN with nearly 20 years of clinical experience, he is an expert in Chiropractic Neurology and Functional Medicine. Dr. Steadman is a leading practitioner in the area of concussions and brain injuries and works with patients in Denver, Colorado and around the United States.

Due to the extensive education, training and success rate Dr. Steadman has achieved, he is one of the most sought after health practitioners for patients dealing with tough conditions, as well as those who have gone from doctor to doctor without answers and solutions.

Dr. Steadman has been a lecturer for Apex Energetics since 2006. He teaches and educates other physicians and practitioners about the testing and clinical applications of Functional Endocrinology, Immunology and Neuro Chemistry. Dr. Steadman also, regularly appears on TV and radio programs, sharing his expertise and advice about concussions, brain injuries and a host of other conditions, such as: nutrition, stress management, vertigo, migraines and other tough cases.

Dr. Perry Maynard, DC, DACNB is a board certified Chiropractic Neurologist that specializes in the  management of complex neurological cases, including post concussive syndrome, vertigo, balance disorders, movement disorders, dysautonomia, and a variety of autoimmune conditions. Dr. Maynard also enjoys taking principles from cutting edge neuroscience and applying it to sports rehabilitation and overall human performance.

Dr. Maynard first became interested in neurological rehabilitation after playing Division 1 college football for Eastern Illinois University, where he experienced multiple concussions and witnessed friends and teammates suffering without answers or options for treatment. Dr. Maynard began chiropractic school with a strong interest in both clinical neuroscience and sports medicine. Throughout his education, he was fortunate to intern with several neurorehabilitation clinics.

Some of you are probably wondering why I have a new partnership … 

As many of you know, I have partnered with Dr. Schmoe and the FNC for the past three years since he treated me at his clinic. Dr. Schmoe is a brilliant doctor and without him I would not be where I am today in my recovery. I am forever grateful that he reached out to me and convinced me to come in for that initial exam.

My mission is to reach as many survivors, caregivers, loved ones, and professionals as I can in an effort to help TBI survivors get the care they need and learn about Functional Neurology and other resources sooner, rather than later, in their journey. I felt it was time to broaden my horizons and move in a different direction. I wish nothing but the very best for Dr. Schmoe and his talented team of doctors!

Amy’s TBI Tribe Virtual Meetup

Amy Zellmer

TBI survivors are already the masters of self-isolation, but in these unprecedented times we could all use a little extra camaraderie …

Due to the overwhelming response to the last meetup, I will be hosting another Virtual Meetup for any and all who would like attend. Survivors, caregivers, loved ones, professionals, providers, etc. all are welcome!

When: Friday, March 27th at 1:00pm CST (2EST/11PST)
Where: Zoom online meeting
Join from your computer, tablet, phone, or other device with the instructions below.

I do not have a specific agenda for the event, however, it will start and end with some meditation … and I will do a reading from my book Life With a Traumatic Brain Injury: Finding the Road Back to Normal. There will be time for everyone to just hangout and interact with one-another as well!

Join Zoom Meeting
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If you have never used zoom before, you will need to download the app first … so allow yourself a little extra time beforehand to prepare.

Brain Injury Awareness Day | Washington DC | March 4, 2020

Amy Zellmer

In DC with Carrie, Executive Director of the Arizona Brain Injury Alliance

The Brain Injury Association of America has announced Brain Injury Awareness Day as Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at our Nation’s Capitol in Washington DC.

This event is hosted by: Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D NJ) and Congressman Don Bacon (R-Neb.), co-chairs of the Congressional Brain Injury Task Force.

It is FREE to attend, everyone is welcome, and no registration is required.

Although BIAA and brain injury advocates work with Congress thoughout the year, Brain Injury Awareness Day is important because it is the one day dedicated to educating your elected officials about brain injury and how vital federal funding is to continue the Federal TBI State Grant Program, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention TBI Programs, and brain injury research conducted by the TBI Model Systems.

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) will be hosting a TBI stakeholder meeting on Monday, March 3rd. Please note you do have to RSVP for this meeting. ACL will also be hosting a brown bag lunch meeting on Wednesday, March 4th on Capitol Hill.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
10am-2pm Brain Injury Awareness Fair
Rayburn Foyer, First floor, Rayburn House Office building.
2:30-4:00pm
Brain Injury Briefing
Rayburn House Office Building, Room 2168 (Gold Room)
5:00-7:00pm
Reception celebrating Brain Injury Awareness Month
Rayburn House Office Building, Room 2168 (Gold Room)

The very first Brain Injury Awareness Day on Capitol Hill was held in 2002, and is is hosted by the Congressional Brain Injury Task Force co-chaired by Reps. Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-N.J.) and Thomas J. Rooney (R-Fla.). It is put on in partnership with the Brain Injury Association of America. I will be meeting with my Senators while I am in DC and asking them to join the Task Force!

How YOU can help — even if you’re not able to attend in-person in Washington DC:

1. Find your local Senator and Representatives:
– To find your Senator you can visit www.senate.gov and click on your state
– To find your Representative you visit www.house.gov and enter your zip code in the upper right hand corner
2. Send them a letter requesting they join the Congressional Brain Injury Task Force. Use this letter as a template (change out the RED highlighted areas). CLICK HERE FOR PDF
3. Include this form for them to join the Task Force. CLICK HERE FOR PDF.
4. Schedule a meeting with them while you’re in DC (if you’re attending).

Please contact Amy Colberg, Director of Government Affairs, at acolberg@biausa.org if you would like assistance with scheduling meetings with your elected officials during Brain Injury Awareness Day on Capitol Hill.

additional resources for BIA Day can be found here:
https://www.biausa.org/public-affairs/public-awareness/brain-injury-awareness

This year will be my sixth time attending BIA Day, and I wanted to offer my fellow survivors who are planning to attend some tips on planning out your day!

Map Your Route
Whether you’re arriving by Metro, Taxi, or car, it is important to do your research and know where you’re going. Make note of which building you need to be at, and program the addresses into your GPS using the “walk” option, or print out maps and highlight your path. NOTE: You will need to go through security screening to enter any of the buildings at the Capitol. You can not bring in food or beverages, and your bags will be scanned and/or checked by hand. Please be prepared, and feel free to tell security you have a brain injury and may need some assistance from them.

Plan Your Schedule In Advance
Understand how much energy you’re willing to exert and plan accordingly. If you can only give yourself and hour or so, I highly suggest you put your energy towards the Awareness Fair. You will be able to meet with vendors who support brain injury awareness, you’ll meet fellow survivors, interact with the Brain Injury Association of America, and pick up some free swag to take home with you! The Congressional Briefing can get a bit long, and can be over stimulating to listen to, however, you will learn a lot and get updates on what is happening across the country with brain injury awareness, detection, and prevention. The Reception is a fun time to hang out with the new people you have just met, as well as eat some tasty treats.

Wear Comfortable Shoes
It’s important to understand that there is a lot of walking involved when you’re at the Capitol. You will walk from your car, Taxi, or Metro stop to the building, and also between the buildings. Distance is deceiving when you look at a map, so it’s good to be prepared for a lot of walking!

Stay Hydrated & Eat A Snack
Eat a healthy breakfast before heading out. Hydration is critical to brain health, so bring a water bottle and fill it up once you’re through security. There is also a cafeteria located inside the building where you can purchase beverages as well as a meal or snacks.

Bring A Notebook & Pen & Tote Bag
You will likely meet a lot of wonderful new people, and you’ll want to grab their business card and/or make notes. You will be taking in a lot of new information, and I suggest writing things down so you don’t forget, and make notations of things you want to follow up on. A tote bag will come in handy to carry around the free swag that you pick up (pens, etc).

Pace Yourself & Be Prepared For Overstimulation
Get LOTS of rest the night before. This is going to be a busy day with lots of people, walking, and interaction. Bring with you any comfort items you may need such as sunglasses and earplugs. Take breaks and pace yourself, you’re under no obligation to see it all and do everything on the schedule!

HAVE FUN!

Here is a recap of the first BIA Day I attended in March, 2015 on Huffington Post: CLICK HERE








Sponsor Spotlight: Drs. Jackson & Lane | Mid-Atlantic Brain and Neurological Rehabilitation | Silver Springs, MD

Amy Zellmer
Dr. Brice Jackson

Thank you to Drs. Brice Jackson and Daniel Lane, from Mid-Atlantic Brain and Neurological Rehabilitation, for being a local event sponsor for #NOTINVISIBLE at Baltimore, MD and Fairfax, VA.

Located in Silver Springs, MD, Dr. Jackson is a board certified Functional Neurologist, as well as certified in brain injury rehabilitation and vestibular rehabilitation. He has success with post-concussion syndrome, traumatic brain injury, developmental disorders in children, dizziness and vertigo, stroke, and chronic pain.

Dr. Daniel Lane

Their clinic uses a brain-based approach to rehabilitation. They do not focus on compensatory strategies, instead they use an advanced evaluation and examination equipment in an attempt to find the parts of the brain that are dtysfunctioning, and then structure a therapeutic strategy to address those underlying deficits. 

When I asked Dr. Jackson what brought him to working with brain injury patients, he answered, “As a young adult, I was diagnosed with a chronic auto-immune disease. My prognosis included surgeries, a lifetime of medications, and regular cancer screenings. I was fortunate to find other practitioners who focused on recovery as opposed to coping, and that led me to become a Chiropractic Physician … which then led me to Functional Neurology.”

His message to all brain injury survivors is this: “The majesty of the human brain is that it is changeable. It is a process called plasticity. No matter how much time has passed since your brain injury, your brain is still plastic — capable of learning, efficiency, and growth. For a suffering patient, that means you are capable of healing, not just coping.:

For more information or to schedule a consultation, visit: www.MABNR.com

Follow MABNR on Instagram: @midatlanticbrain

and on Facebook @midatlanticbrainandneurologicalrehabilitation

Again, thank you Drs. Jackson and Lane for your support of the #NOTINVISIBLE awareness campaign — this project is not possible without supporters like yourself!