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Unlock the Power of GyroStim in Neurorehabilitation

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Neurorehabilitation is a vital aspect of recovery from various neurological conditions. Among the emerging therapies GyroStim has gained attention for its unique approach to rehabilitation. This article explores how GyroStim works and its impact on recovery. GyroStim is FDA-cleared for treatment of vestibular dysfunction --- which manifests in many forms, particularly following concussion. Understanding GyroStim Therapy GyroStim therapy utilizes whole-body incremental rotational movements and integrated interactive challenges to stimulate both the brain and body. The GyroStim provides a controlled environment that enables patients to enhance and rehabilitate their physical and cognitive functions. GyroStim therapy can be highly effective for individuals suffering from conditions like concussion, stroke, traumatic brain injury, and multiple sclerosis. The multi-axis rotational therapy encourages neuroplasticity, promoting cognitive and physical progress---even for those who have platea...

GyroStim & NFL Concussion

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The Neurologic Wellness Institute in Chicago, with two locations and two GyroStims, was featured on the local NBC Sports affiliate in a story about their work with local television announcer and ex-Chicago Bears running back, Mike Adamle. Adamle is currently is openly dealing with cognitive dysfunction most likely due to previous concussions and is working with the practitioners at NWI. Part of his regimen includes GyroStim training , which is featured in the video excerpt above. Additionally, to support patients and families who may be living with CTE, Mike and his wife Kim have established their own not-for-profit organization – “ The Mike Adamle Project: Rise Above ” – a program of the Concussion Legacy Foundation . For more information and/or to donate to “Rise Above,” fans are urged to visit GoFundMe.com/MikeAdamleProject .

CDC RELEASES NEW GUIDELINES FOR TREATING CHILDREN WITH CONCUSSION:

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CDC RELEASES NEW GUIDELINES FOR TREATING CHILDREN WITH CONCUSSION:  New guidelines point to the importance of Active Concussion Recovery:   "Some of the key recommendations include avoiding routine X-rays, CT scans and blood tests for diagnosis. They recommend that rest not last longer than one to three days after the injury."      For full article:  https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2018/09/05/new-guidelines-kids-concussions_a_23517945/  

NEW RESEARCH: Active Concussion Recovery

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Active Concussion Recovery For decades the standard concussion recovery protocol has been rest and do nothing until the symptoms “hopefully” go away. Not anymore. Active concussion recovery is a hot topic these days with recent studies demonstrating faster dissipation of symptoms, decreased emotional impact, increased energy, improved balance -- which all combine for significantly faster return to sports , school, work, and life in general .   Click the button at right for a summary of seven recent research studies covering different aspects of active concussion recovery.   Since 2011 GyroStim has been at the forefront of active concussion recovery... when it was used to help NHL Superstar Sidney Crosby actively overcome his concussion. Fast forward to 2018, many thousands of athletes and people from all walks of life have benefited from GyroStim and active recovery strategies. What to learn why? Click Here.

BEYOND BALANCE: Active vs Passive Concussion Treatment

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The traditional prescription for concussion has for decades been "rest and do nothing." However, in recent years that paradigm has been challenged by a variety of research showing just the opposite: being active and engaged can actually speed concussion recovery.  Links below will take you to articles and research that summarize this evolution: ARTICLES New Advice to Move More After Concussion The New York Times Gretchen Reynolds / May 17, 2017 Concussions in sports: Rest vs Active Recovery Premier Orthopaedics Samantha Gentile, PT, DPT / Apr 17, 2017 New concussion treatments go beyond just-resting in a dark room Washington Post Christine Kilgore / April 11, 2016 Spotlight shifts to active treatment for concussions Clinical Neurology News Christine Kilgore / February 23, 2017   How to Heal from a Concussion NeuroTracker.com The NeuroTracker Team  / July 25, 2017 The New Science of Concussion Recovery Outside Magazine Kelly Bastone / Jan 9...