Virtual reality therapy in functional neurology: advancing therapy options
Virtual reality is everywhere these days. The VR games market was valued at over USD$20 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow significantly more by 2030. And that’s just games. More serious applications of VR include training: Australian soldiers for combat Retail staff to prepare for the madness of Black Friday sales Emergency personnel […]
Exploring the spectrum of movement disorders
Movement disorders are a group of nervous system disorders that affect your movement. Depending on the particular disorder in question, you may experience an increase or decrease in movement, which you may (or may not) be able to control.
Understanding the startle reflex: When does it fade away?
Have you yawned, blinked, coughed or sneezed today? Those are examples of involuntary movements – or reflexes. Some persist into adulthood but many others disappear within weeks or months of birth. Or at least, they should! Some children retain primitive reflexes, which may affect their development. Here, we’ll explore the newborn startle reflex. But first, […]
Navigating the fine line between tantrums and meltdowns
One of the most challenging aspects of parenting is managing temper tantrums or meltdowns. You might recognise it’s been a long day. You might understand that your child feels tired or overwhelmed. You may even see the funny side. But it’s still not easy to be confronted with a child who is screaming, crying or […]
The Difference Between ADHD and Autism
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism are both neurodevelopmental conditions – meaning they affect the way the brain works. ADHD and autism share some similarities (and some people do have both conditions). However, they do have distinct differences and different diagnostic criteria. It’s important to understand the difference between the two conditions and to […]
Brain training with laser therapy
Lasers have numerous medical applications. We can also use them to train your brain, to stimulate, heal, regenerate, and protect tissue.
Targeted brain therapies: Support with non-verbal children
Brain-based therapies may help non-verbal autistic children find their voice. These therapies can help to restore balance and integration between the two sides of the brain, which may improve communication abilities.
What is functional neurology?
Functional neurology is a field of neuroscience that seeks to improve the function of the brain and nervous system to relieve symptoms of many common conditions.