Dysautonomia
Dysautonomia refers to a variety of conditions that impair or disrupt the normal functioning of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). When your ANS doesn’t send or receive messages properly or there is interference, you may experience a wide variety of symptoms. ANS dysregulation has been known to affect:
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Blood pressure.
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Breathing.
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Digestion.
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Heart rate.
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Kidney function.
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Pupil dilation and constriction in the eyes.
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Sexual function.
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Body and skin temperature control.
Example of a patient with Dysautonomia while being tested in darkness (occluded vision)
There are many symptoms that people experience with dysautonomia, and can vary between different cases. Some common symptoms include:
Balance problems
Noise/light sensitivity
Shortness of breath
Chest pain/discomfort
Dizziness/Lightheadedness
Vertigo
Large swings in heart rate and blood pressure
Weakness
Migraines/Frequent headaches
Exercise Intolerance
Positional Intolerance
Heart Palpitations
Swings in body and skin temperature
Nausea/Vomiting
GI problems (constipation)
Fast or slow heart rate
Brain Fog
Forgetfulness/Memory Issues
Trouble Concentrating
Rehabilitation Retraining Recovery
Dysautonomia
Evaluation
During your 2 hour examination, our doctors will review relevant past medical history/imaging/blood work if necessary. You will be able to sit and talk directly with the doctor for a thorough history of your main complaints and symptoms. Our initial evaluation includes specific diagnostic testing, including a VNG assessment (real time digital eye recordings used to assess brain integrity), computerized dynamic posturography assessment (balance testing), saccadometry testing (targeted eye movement evaluation), and a head-to-toe neurological examination conducted by our doctors. A review of all relevant findings will be discussed with you after the testing is completed.
Dysautonomia
Therapies
Common therapies performed in our office:
- Vestibular rehabilitation
- Neuromuscular rehabilitation
- Off-vertical axis full body rotations
- Eye- head movement retraining
- Balance retraining
- Gait retraining
- Neck Strengthening
- Peripheral nerve stimulation
- Otolothic Repositioning maneuvers
Dizziness
Individualized
Neurological
Treatment
Programs
One-on-One
Therapy
Applications
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