Event Abstract Back to Event 100% Improvement of Symptoms in Post-Concussion Syndrome in a Twenty-One Year Old College Female as a Result of Neurological Rehabilitation David Traster1, 2*, Kelsey Brenner2 and Joseph Coppus2 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Independent researcher, United States Background: A 21-year-old female reports with symptoms as a result of four known concussions. The most debilitating symptoms are headaches, neck pain, memory difficulties, light and sound sensitivity, and dizziness. Methods: A thorough neurological examination was performed and monitored along with pre/post diagnostic parameters including neurocognitive testing, dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), and quantitative electroencephalography(QEEG). Ten therapy sessions over a span of 10 weeks were performed and included therapies such as vestibular rehabilitation, visual rehabilitation, cognitive therapy, neuromuscular reeducation, electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves, and z-score neurofeedback training. Results: A 100% improvement was reported after the 10 treatment sessions. A 36% improvement in Trails B testing and a 15% improvement in processing speed were reported during the neurocognitive assessment after the five-day rehabilitation program. Conclusion: The patient had complete resolution of symptoms and objective improvement in executive function. The authors suggest continued research in a multimodal neurological rehabilitation in regards to treatment of post-concussion syndrome. Keywords: concussion, Post concussion syndrome, vestibular rehabilitaiton, neurologic rehabilitation, brain rehabilitation, Pain, dizziness and vertigo Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience, Orlando, United States, 24 May - 26 May, 2019. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Clinical Neuroscience Citation: Traster D, Brenner K and Coppus J (2019). 100% Improvement of Symptoms in Post-Concussion Syndrome in a Twenty-One Year Old College Female as a Result of Neurological Rehabilitation. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2019.62.00068 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 15 Mar 2019; Published Online: 27 Sep 2019. * Correspondence: Dr. David Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, Florida, 32920, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google Scholar David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus PubMed David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 45 Year-Old Female with Mal de Debarquement Syndrome Results in an 80% Reduction of Dizziness David Traster1, 2*, Kelsey Brenner2 and Joseph Coppus2 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Independent researcher, United States Background: 45-year-old female who presents with a ten year history of constant dizziness as a result of mal de debarquement syndrome. Symptoms began immediately after week long cruise. Methods: A thorough neurological examination was performed and monitored along with pre/post diagnostic parameters including neurocognitive testing, dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), and quantitative electroencephalography(QEEG). Three therapy sessions in five days were performed and included therapies such as vestibular rehabilitation, visual rehabilitation, balance training, electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves, and z-score neurofeedback training. Results: An 80% improvement in dizziness, a 21% improvement in balance, and a 36% improvement was seen in Trails B testing during the neurocognitive assessment after the five day treatment program. Conclusion: The patient had improvements in subjective symptoms, as well as objective measurements of balance and executive function. The authors suggest continued research in a multimodal neurological rehabilitation in regards to treatment of mal de debarquement syndrome. Keywords: dizziness and vertigo, Mal de Debarquement Syndrome (MdDS), vestibular rehabilitaiton, neurologic rehabilitation, brain rehabilitation, Neurofeedback (NFB) Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience, Orlando, United States, 24 May - 26 May, 2019. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Clinical Neuroscience Citation: Traster D, Brenner K and Coppus J (2019). Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 45 Year-Old Female with Mal de Debarquement Syndrome Results in an 80% Reduction of Dizziness. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2019.62.00069 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 15 Mar 2019; Published Online: 27 Sep 2019. * Correspondence: Dr. David Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, Florida, 32920, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google Scholar David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus PubMed David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Three-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 48 Year-Old Female With Post-Concussive Syndrome Results in a 68% Improvement in Symptoms David Traster1, 2*, Kelsey Brenner2 and Joseph Coppus2 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Independent researcher, United States Background: A 48-year-old female reports with symptoms as a result of a concussion five months prior. The most debilitating symptoms were head pain, tinnitus, light/sound sensitivity, nausea, mood swings, brain fog, and communication difficulties. Methods: A thorough neurological examination was performed and monitored along with pre/post diagnostic parameters including neurocognitive testing, dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), and quantitative electroencephalography(QEEG). Three therapy sessions in three days were performed and included therapies such as vestibular rehabilitation/eye-head therapy, visual rehabilitation, balance training, electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves, and z-score neurofeedback training. Results: A 68% improvement was reported in global symptoms after the three-day rehabilitation program. A 35% improvement was seen in Trails A testing during the neurocognitive assessment after the three day treatment program. Conclusion:. The authors suggest continued research in a multimodal neurological rehabilitation in regards to treatment of post-concussion syndrome. Keywords: concussion, post concussion syndrome (PCS), Headache, Vestibular rehabilitation therapy, Vestiblar Rehabilitation, neurologic rehabilitation, brain rehabilitation, Neurofeedback (NFB) Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience, Orlando, United States, 24 May - 26 May, 2019. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Clinical Neuroscience Citation: Traster D, Brenner K and Coppus J (2019). Three-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 48 Year-Old Female With Post-Concussive Syndrome Results in a 68% Improvement in Symptoms. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2019.62.00064 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 17 Mar 2019; Published Online: 27 Sep 2019. * Correspondence: Dr. David Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, Florida, 32920, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google Scholar David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus PubMed David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 25 Year-Old Female With Post-Concussive Syndrome Results in a 68% Improvement in Symptoms David Traster1, 2*, Kelsey Brenner2 and Joseph Coppus2 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Independent researcher, United States Background: A 25-year-old female reports with symptoms as a result of a concussion one year prior. The most debilitating symptoms are head and back pain, dizziness, tinnitus, tremor, brain fog, and communication difficulties. She also reports a life long history of irritable bowel syndrome. Methods: A thorough neurological examination was performed and monitored along with pre/post diagnostic parameters including neurocognitive testing, dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), and quantitative electroencephalography(QEEG). Three therapy sessions in five days were performed and included therapies such as vestibular rehabilitation, visual rehabilitation, balance training, electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves, and z-score neurofeedback training. Results: A 68% improvement was reported in global symptoms after the five-day rehabilitation program. A 36% improvement was seen in Trails A testing during the neurocognitive assessment after the five day treatment program. Conclusion:. The authors suggest continued research in a multimodal neurological rehabilitation in regards to treatment of post-concussion syndrome. Keywords: concussion, post concussion syndrome (PCS), Vestibular Rehabilitation, Vestibular rehabilitation therapy, brain rehabilitation, neurologic rehabilitation, Chronic Pain, dizziness and vertigo Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience, Orlando, United States, 24 May - 26 May, 2019. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Clinical Neuroscience Citation: Traster D, Brenner K and Coppus J (2019). Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 25 Year-Old Female With Post-Concussive Syndrome Results in a 68% Improvement in Symptoms. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2019.62.00062 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 17 Mar 2019; Published Online: 27 Sep 2019. * Correspondence: Dr. David Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, Florida, 32920, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google Scholar David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus PubMed David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 39 Year-Old Female With Post-Concussive Syndrome Results in a 93% Improvement in Symptoms David Traster1, 2*, Kelsey Brenner2 and Joseph Coppus2 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Independent researcher, United States Background: A 39-year-old female reports with symptoms as a result of a concussion two years prior. The most debilitating symptoms are dizziness, balance problems, left-sided dystonia, anxiety, light and sound sensitivity, tachicardia, and diplopia. Methods: A thorough neurological examination was performed and monitored along with pre/post diagnostic parameters including neurocognitive testing, dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), and quantitative electroencephalography(QEEG). Three therapy sessions in five days were performed and included therapies such as vestibular rehabilitation/eye-head therapy, visual rehabilitation, balance training, electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves, and z-score neurofeedback training. Results: A 93% improvement was reported in global symptoms after the five-day rehabilitation program. Conclusion:. The authors suggest continued research in a multimodal neurological rehabilitation in regards to treatment of post-concussion syndrome. Keywords: concussion, Post concussion syndrome, vestibular rehabilitaiton, neurologic rehabilitation, brain rehabilitation Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience, Orlando, United States, 24 May - 26 May, 2019. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Clinical Neuroscience Citation: Traster D, Brenner K and Coppus J (2019). Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 39 Year-Old Female With Post-Concussive Syndrome Results in a 93% Improvement in Symptoms. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2019.62.00057 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 15 Mar 2019; Published Online: 27 Sep 2019. * Correspondence: Dr. David Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, Florida, 32920, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google Scholar David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus PubMed David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 41 Year-Old Female With Post-Concussive Syndrome Results in a 59% Improvement in Symptoms David Traster1, 2*, Kelsey Brenner2 and Joseph Coppus2 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Independent researcher, United States Background: A 41-year-old female reports with symptoms as a result of a concussion three years prior. The most debilitating symptoms are vertigo, blurry vision, headaches, neck pain, and concentration problems. Methods: A thorough neurological examination was performed and monitored along with pre/post diagnostic parameters including neurocognitive testing, dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), and quantitative electroencephalography(QEEG). Three therapy sessions in five days were performed and included therapies such as vestibular rehabilitation/eye-head therapy, visual rehabilitation, balance training, electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves, and z-score neurofeedback training. Results: A 59% improvement was reported in global symptoms after the five-day rehabilitation program. A 64% improvement was seen in Trails A testing and a 47% improvement was seen in Trails B testing during the neurocognitive assessment after the five day treatment program. Conclusion:. The authors suggest continued research in a multimodal neurological rehabilitation in regards to treatment of post-concussion syndrome. Keywords: concussion, post concussion syndrome (PCS), Vestibular Rehabilitation, neurologic rehabilitation, brain rehabilitation, dizziness and vertigo, Headache, Neck Pain Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience, Orlando, United States, 24 May - 26 May, 2019. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Clinical Neuroscience Citation: Traster D, Brenner K and Coppus J (2019). Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 41 Year-Old Female With Post-Concussive Syndrome Results in a 59% Improvement in Symptoms. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2019.62.00061 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 15 Mar 2019; Published Online: 27 Sep 2019. * Correspondence: Dr. David Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, Florida, 32920, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google Scholar David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus PubMed David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 61 Year-Old Female With A Chronic Pain Syndrome Results in an 85% Improvement in Symptoms David Traster1, 2*, Kelsey Brenner2 and Joseph Coppus2 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Independent researcher, United States Background: A 61-year-old female reports with a four year history of headaches. The headaches began insidiously with no known cause. Methods: A thorough neurological examination was performed and monitored along with pre/post diagnostic parameters including neurocognitive testing, dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), and quantitative electroencephalography(QEEG). Three therapy sessions in five days were performed and included therapies such as vestibular rehabilitation/eye-head therapy, visual rehabilitation, balance training, electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves, and z-score neurofeedback training. Results: A 85% improvement was reported in global symptoms after the five-day rehabilitation program including a 100% improvement in head pain. Conclusion:. The authors suggest continued research in a multimodal neurological rehabilitation in regards to treatment of head pain. Keywords: Headache, Pain, vestibular rehabilitaiton, neurologic rehabilitation, brain rehabilitation, Chronic Pain Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience, Orlando, United States, 24 May - 26 May, 2019. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Clinical Neuroscience Citation: Traster D, Brenner K and Coppus J (2019). Five-Day Multimodal Rehabilitation For A 61 Year-Old Female With A Chronic Pain Syndrome Results in an 85% Improvement in Symptoms. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2019.62.00060 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 15 Mar 2019; Published Online: 27 Sep 2019. * Correspondence: Dr. David Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, Florida, 32920, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Google Scholar David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus PubMed David Traster Kelsey Brenner Joseph Coppus Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Orthostatic intolerance improved with multimodal brain-based rehabilitation in professional hockey player Leif H. Sockander1*, David J. Traster2, Benjamin R. Behrendt3, 4 and Kelsey J. Brenner2 1 European Brain Center, Sweden 2 Private Practice, United States 3 NeuroWorks Healthcare LLC, United States 4 Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, United States Background: A professional hockey player presented to the clinic with complaints of lightheadedness associated with decreased stability upon elevation. Symptoms have been occurring over the last 2-3 years and have increased with recent head trauma. Methods: A through neurologic examination accompanied by pre/post diagnostic assessments utilizing computerized dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), saccadometry (SAC) and video head impulse testing (VHIT) was performed. Neurological examination revealed an increase of heart rate of 36 points from laying to standing which correlated with the perception of lightheadedness. The patient performed seven therapy sessions in four days which included canal repositioning maneuvers (CRP), vestibulo-ocular rehabilitation, somatosensory evoked potential (SSEP) stimulation, non-invasive vagal nerve stimulation, oculomotor therapy, myofascial work, tilt table therapy with active muscle recruitment and spinal and extra-spinal manipulations. Results: As a result of this therapeutic intervention the patient no longer experienced any lightheadedness. The patient was 66% stable on computerized posturography with eye closed, perturbed surface with his head in extension where as he fell immediately in this position pre therapy. Conclusion: This outcome supports the notion of multimodal brain-based rehabilitation strategies for patients with dysautonomia. The authors support further research into a multimodal brain-based approach for dysautonomia. Keywords: Performance optimization, posturography, stability analysis, Canal Repositioning, vestibular therapy, Vestibular ocular rehabilitation, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, Multimodal Brain-Based Rehabilitation, dysautonomia Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function, Orlando, United States, 7 Oct - 9 Oct, 2016. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Abstracts ISCN 2016 Citation: Sockander LH, Traster DJ, Behrendt BR and Brenner KJ (2016). Orthostatic intolerance improved with multimodal brain-based rehabilitation in professional hockey player. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2016.59.00105 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 16 Jul 2016; Published Online: 07 Sep 2016. * Correspondence: Dr. Leif H Sockander, European Brain Center, Kungälv, S-442 31, Sweden, lhsockander@me.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Google Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Google Scholar Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner PubMed Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Changes in vestibular function following non-invasive multimodal brain stimulation. Leif H. Sockander1*, David J. Traster2, Benjamin R. Behrendt3, 4 and Kelsey J. Brenner2 1 European Brain Center, Sweden 2 Private Practice, United States 3 NeuroWorks Healthcare LLC, United States 4 Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, United States Title: Changes in vestibular function following non-invasive multimodal brain stimulation. Background: We describe a 29 year old male professional hockey player who presented for performance enhancement. Methods: A thorough neurological exam was performed with pre and post-therapy diagnostics including computerized dynamic posturography (CDP), Videonystagmography (VNG), video head impulse testing (vHIT), and Saccadometry (SAC). A brain-based therapeutic plan was applied combining vestibular, oculomotor, visual, proprioceptive and auditory rehabilitation. Results: The patient went through seven therapy sessions over a period of 4 days. Post therapeutic diagnostics revealed improvement in vHIT testing from 19% asymmetry to 10% in the RALP testing. Over 5% improvement in stability was seen in computerized posturography measurements for testing of perturbed surface eyes closed, head neutral, head right, head left, and head extended. Conclusion: Multi-modal brain-based rehabilitation techniques positively impacted vestibular function as evidenced by the objective diagnostic testing. It would be logical that improved vestibular function would result in improved athletic performance, however the authors suggest more research comparing multimodal vs unimodal forms of rehabilitation and performance enhancement. VOR integration is paramount to everyday activity and is vital in sport. A functional neurological integrated approach based off one’s neurological state can produce change. Change that can be seen diagnostically. This change can also equate to better functioning neurology and reflexogenic systems which may lead to increased performance. This optimization may also decrease chances of injury. The authors suggest further investigation into neurological approaches that can optimize performance. Keywords: Video head impulse test, vestibular therapy, Vestibular Repositioning, Hockey, concussion, Vestibular ocular rehabilitation, Vestibular ocular reflex, performance opitmization Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function, Orlando, United States, 7 Oct - 9 Oct, 2016. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Abstracts ISCN 2016 Citation: Sockander LH, Traster DJ, Behrendt BR and Brenner KJ (2016). Changes in vestibular function following non-invasive multimodal brain stimulation.. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2016.59.00106 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 16 Jul 2016; Published Online: 07 Sep 2016. * Correspondence: Dr. Leif H Sockander, European Brain Center, Kungälv, S-442 31, Sweden, lhsockander@me.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Google Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Google Scholar Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner PubMed Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Performance optimization for enhanced learning in the classroom: utilizing the vestibular system to affect change Leif Sockander1*, David J. Traster2, Benjamin R. Behrendt3, 4 and Kelsey J. Brenner2 1 European Brain Center, Sweden 2 Private Practice, United States 3 NeuroWorks Healthcare LLC, United States 4 Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, United States Background: Graduate law school student and athlete presented to the clinic to optimize performance in regards to her focus while studying. Methods: A thorough neurological examination was performed and monitored along with pre/post diagnostic parameters including dynamic posturography (CDP), videonystagmography (VNG), saccadometry (SAC) and video head impulse testing (VHIT). Three therapy sessions in five days were performed and included therapies such as vestibular rehabilitation, repetitive somatosensory evoked potential stimulation (SSEP), non-invasive vagus stimulation and spinal and extra-spinal joint manipulation. Results: Post therapy, the VNG revealed a decreased square-wave jerk (SWJ) activity with gaze holding and during pursuits. CDP testing increased specifically from fall with perturbed stance eyes closed (PSEC) head left and PSEC head extension to 63% and 54% stability respectively. Conclusion: The patient had improved balance and gaze stability with only three therapy sessions. The authors suggest continued research in a multimodal brain-based rehabilitation approach to monitor any impacts on improved focus. Keywords: Performance optimization, Vestibular Repositioning, posturography, Vestibular ocular rehabilitation, postural stability, Multimodal Brain-Based Rehabilitation, school performance, learning and memory, Focus and attention Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function, Orlando, United States, 7 Oct - 9 Oct, 2016. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Abstracts ISCN 2016 Citation: Sockander L, Traster DJ, Behrendt BR and Brenner KJ (2016). Performance optimization for enhanced learning in the classroom: utilizing the vestibular system to affect change. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2016.59.00103 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 15 Jul 2016; Published Online: 07 Sep 2016. * Correspondence: Dr. Leif Sockander, European Brain Center, Kungälv, S-442 31, Sweden, lhsockander@me.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Leif Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Google Leif Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Google Scholar Leif Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner PubMed Leif Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Multimodal non-acute neurorehabilitation in the treatment of severe traumatic brain injury David Traster1, Tony Williams2 and Susan E. Esposito2* 1 Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center, United States 2 Life University, United States Background: A 29 year old female presented with a left sided hyperkinetic movement disorder as a result of a fall off a cliff at 6 years of age. This fractured her skull in over 20 places and resulted in her enduring a drug induced coma and brain swelling. Methods: A thorough neurological exam revealed left arm dystonia with choreiform movements at rest as well as left leg spasticity. When attempting movement of her extremities, her left side mirrored the right so she was unable to move the right side of her body without the left side moving with it. Her exam also revealed positive myersons/glebella sign, hyper-reflexive myotatic reflexes on the left side and clonus on the left leg. Her right side displayed facial twitches accompanied by “the other” babinski sign of paradoxical eyebrow raising. She experienced lightheadedness when changing position from seated to standing. Sensory exam revealed graphesthesia bilaterally and the inability to feel light touch on the left arm unless accompanied by simultaneous visualization of the left arm while it was being touched. Oculomotor exam revealed left eye convergence failure, saccadic intrusions on attempted pursuits bilaterally, worse to right than to the left, and downbeat nystagmus was noted without fixation. The patient’s treatment included leftward rotations in a chair. She performed mirror therapy exercises by watching her right side extremity movement in a mirror designed to make it appear as if she were watching her left extremity movement. Additionally, she observed her left fingers and arm as they were independently stimulated by vibration. Lastly, her treatment included micro-saccade exercises to visible targets and memorized targets, as well as gaze stabilization exercises in horizontal and vertical planes to targets aligned in a cross pattern. Results: The patient was able to move her right side of her body independently from any left sided movement, experiencing a total resolution to her prior mirroring. Improvements were also noted by a decrease in chorea and dystonia of her left arm. However, she still was unable to functionally use her left hand due to the remaining degree of dystonia. Conclusion: This case shows that even two decades post injury, improvements can be experienced. However due to the ablative nature of the injury full function was not restored. More research should be done on multimodal brain based rehab therapy for patients with traumatic brain injury both in the acute and post-acute phases of traumatic brain injury. Keywords: Traumatic brain injury (TBI), Neuro-Rehabilitation, concussion, Coma, concussion rehabilitation Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function, Orlando, United States, 7 Oct - 9 Oct, 2016. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Abstracts ISCN 2016 Citation: Traster D, Williams T and Esposito SE (2016). Multimodal non-acute neurorehabilitation in the treatment of severe traumatic brain injury. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2016.59.00039 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 29 Aug 2016; Published Online: 07 Sep 2016. * Correspondence: Dr. Susan E Esposito, Life University, Marietta, United States, susanesposito@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. 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Event Abstract Back to Event Multimodal brain based therapy in the treatment of chronic episodic headaches David Traster1, Andrew Brodyn2 and Linda Mullin Elkins2* 1 Georgia Chiropractic Neurology Center, United States 2 Life University; College of Chiropractic, United States Background: A middle aged woman presented to a Chiropractic Neurology clinic with the complaint of headaches beginning three years ago. Each episode of headaches would last 2 to 3 weeks without relief. Once the headache would subside, another headache would emerge within 7 days. Methods: Videonystagmography (VNG) revealed large horizontal square wave jerks in all directions of gaze which increased in amplitude and frequency after saccades and during pursuits in all directions. There were pro-saccade errors in an anti-saccade task seven out of ten times. A decrease in vibration sense on the right in comparison to the left was noted throughout the whole body. Moderate dysmetria was seen on rapid alternating hand movements bilaterally which was more pronounced on the right. A right palatal paresis was noted. There was a deficit in graphesthesia on the right. There was decreased pin-prick sensation over all branches of the trigeminal nerve on the left and corneal reflex was decreased on the left. During Weber test sound was only reported by the patient in the right ear, however Rinne test was normal. Finger tapping was graded at 1 bilaterally while finger-to-nose test was dysmetric on the left. Gait examination revealed a right lateropulsion and decreased left arm swing that degraded during dual tasking. A multimodal brain based rehabilitation program was initiated three times a day for three consecutive days. Gaze stabilization, vestibulo ocular reflex (VOR) exercises and convergence-divergence oculomotor tasks were initiated. Electrical stimulation in the trigeminal and median nerve distributions was administered. Other treatment included interactive metronome, myofascial therapy to the neck and jaw, and off-vertical-axis rotation stimulation. The patient was released with at-home exercises including gaze stabilization, VOR exercises and exercises with an interactive metronome. Results: Full resolution of recurrent headaches was reported at a four month follow up. Normalization occurred in deficits of graphesthesia, corneal reflex, gait abnormalities, vibration, pinwheel sense, DDK, dysmetria, finger tap, and Weber tests. Anti-saccades and palatal tone improved. Repeat VNG showed gaze, in all directions, was stabilized without the presence of square wave jerks. Conclusion: The positive outcomes demonstrated in this case warrant further study into patient specific oculomotor function for both diagnosis and treatment of chronic episodic headaches. Keywords: Headache, Chiropractic, human, Eye Movements, vestibulo-ocular reflex Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function, Orlando, United States, 7 Oct - 9 Oct, 2016. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Abstracts ISCN 2016 Citation: Traster D, Brodyn A and Mullin Elkins L (2016). Multimodal brain based therapy in the treatment of chronic episodic headaches. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2016.59.00009 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 28 Aug 2016; Published Online: 07 Sep 2016. * Correspondence: Dr. Linda Mullin Elkins, Life University; College of Chiropractic, Marietta, GA, 30060, United States, mullin@life.edu Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers David Traster Andrew Brodyn Linda Mullin Elkins Google David Traster Andrew Brodyn Linda Mullin Elkins Google Scholar David Traster Andrew Brodyn Linda Mullin Elkins PubMed David Traster Andrew Brodyn Linda Mullin Elkins Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event Multi-modal post-stroke rehabilitation improves spasticity during gait. Leif H. Sockander1*, David J. Traster2, Benjamin R. Behrendt3, 4 and Kelsey J. Brenner2 1 European Brain Centers, Sweden 2 Private Practice, United States 3 NeuroWorks Healthcare LLC, United States 4 Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, United States Background: Retired female presented for post-stroke rehabilitation in efforts to increase stability during gait. Over past two years she has had 4 episodes of syncope, where one episode resulted in the need for surgical intervention to mend ankle fracture in three locations. She states her left side of body has improved since the stroke, however she still has problems with stability and ambulation. Methods: Thorough neurological exam performed along with diagnostic testing which included computerized dynamic posturography (CDP), Videonystagmography (VNG), Saccadometry (SAC). The patient underwent three therapy sessions in four days which included combinations of therapies such as vestibular canal re-positioning maneuvers, vestibular ocular reflex (VOR) exercises, multi-axial joint movements, non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation, low level laser, repetitive somatosensory evoked potential. Results: Post therapy examination revealed improved spasticity and stability during gait. Rapid alternating movements improved, as did neck and back pain/stiffness. Conclusion: Employing a multimodal brain-based therapy plan improved this patient’s ability to ambulate and improved every day function. The authors suggest further investigation into multi-modal rehabilitation in post-stroke rehabilitation. Keywords: stroke rehabilitation, Spasticity, Gait rehabilitation, Multimodal Brain-Based Rehabilitation, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Vestibular ocular rehabilitation Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function, Orlando, United States, 7 Oct - 9 Oct, 2016. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Abstracts ISCN 2016 Citation: Sockander LH, Traster DJ, Behrendt BR and Brenner KJ (2016). Multi-modal post-stroke rehabilitation improves spasticity during gait. . Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: Clinical Neuroscience for Optimization of Human Function. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2016.59.00102 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 16 Jul 2016; Published Online: 07 Sep 2016. * Correspondence: Dr. Leif H Sockander, European Brain Centers, Kungälv, S-442 31, Sweden, lhsockander@me.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Google Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Google Scholar Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner PubMed Leif H Sockander David J Traster Benjamin R Behrendt Kelsey J Brenner Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION IMPROVES BALANCE IN PATIENT WITH MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY Frederick R. Carrick1* and David J. Traster1* 1 Carrick Institute, United States Background: We describe a male in his 20’s who presents with a history multiple concussions resulting in headaches, fatigue, brain fog, nausea, dizziness and poor balance. Methods: Comprehensive Assessment of Postural Systems testing demonstrated perturbed surface balance stability scores of 78.8% with eyes closed and head neutral, a 73.8% with head right, 73.2% with head left, 69.0% with head flexed, and 30.8% with head extended. The patient participated in a five day neurorehabilitation program that included off-vertical-axis-rotation vestibular rehabilitation and oculomotor rehabilitation strategies. Results: The patient experienced dramatic improvements in stability as a result from this treatment. Upon re-examination of perturbed balance testing with eyes closed the patient scored a 98.6% with head neutral, a 83.8% with head right, 82.0% with head left, 80.6% with head flexed, and 69.8% with head extended. The combination of treatment protocols drastically reduced all signs and symptoms over a short period of time and the patient was able to re-enter his workplace. Conclusion: The results of this case suggest the necessity of further research into multimodal neurorehabilitation for the management of mild traumatic brain injury. Keywords: Balance control, Traumatic brain injury (TBI), concussion, Neurorehabilitation, concussion rehabilitation Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration, Orlando, Florida, United States, 10 Dec - 14 Dec, 2015. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Case Reports for Poster Presentation Citation: Carrick FR and Traster DJ (2015). MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION IMPROVES BALANCE IN PATIENT WITH MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2015.58.00106 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 02 Sep 2015; Published Online: 02 Nov 2015. * Correspondence: Prof. Frederick R Carrick, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, drfrcarrick@post.harvard.edu Dr. David J Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Google Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Google Scholar Frederick R Carrick David J Traster PubMed Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

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Event Abstract Back to Event MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION IN PATIENT WITH SPASTIC CEREBRAL PALSY Frederick R. Carrick1, David J. Traster1*, Brian Sass1*, Chriss Sass1*, Elias Druckman2* and Lauren Brindisi2* 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Life University, United States Background: A 22 year old patient presents with quadriplegic spastic cerebral palsy. Methods: Comprehensive neurologic examination reveals right saccadic hypermetria upon saccadic testing, eso-deviation of the left eye, spastic paresis of all the extremities, and neostriatal posturing of the right hand. Deficits in eccentric gaze holding, pursuit eye movements, and optokinetic nystagmus were noted during the examination. A treatment approach involving oculomotor rehabilitation, visual hemifield stimulation, interactive metronome therapy, passive musculature stretches, aquatic therapy, peripheral somatosensory stimulation, and vestibular rehabilitation was administered. Results: After five days of treatment, the patient saw significant improvements in speech articulation and comprehension, finger dexterity, focus and concentration, eating ability, as well as increased self- confidence. Conclusion: The authors suggest further investigation into comprehensive, multimodal forms of neurorehabilitation in the management of cerebral palsy. Keywords: Cerebral Palsy, Spasticity, Neurorehabilitation, Vestibular Rehabilitation, brain rehabilitation Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration, Orlando, Florida, United States, 10 Dec - 14 Dec, 2015. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Case Reports for Poster Presentation Citation: Carrick FR, Traster DJ, Sass B, Sass C, Druckman E and Brindisi L (2015). MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION IN PATIENT WITH SPASTIC CEREBRAL PALSY. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2015.58.00118 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 02 Sep 2015; Published Online: 02 Nov 2015. * Correspondence: Dr. David J Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Dr. Brian Sass, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, sassbria@gmail.com Dr. Chriss Sass, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, sasschr1@gmail.com Mr. Elias Druckman, Life University, Marietta, United States, drdruckman@gmail.com Ms. Lauren Brindisi, Life University, Marietta, United States, lauren.brindisi@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Brian Sass Chriss Sass Elias Druckman Lauren Brindisi Google Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Brian Sass Chriss Sass Elias Druckman Lauren Brindisi Google Scholar Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Brian Sass Chriss Sass Elias Druckman Lauren Brindisi PubMed Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Brian Sass Chriss Sass Elias Druckman Lauren Brindisi Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event ATAXIA IMPROVED THROUGH APPLICATION OF MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION APPROACH Frederick R. Carrick1*, David J. Traster1*, Susan Esposito2* and Diana Albertin1* 1 Carrick Institute, United States 2 Life University, United States Background: We describe a 20 year-old male who presents with a twelve year history of progressive ataxia. Symptoms include poor balance and coordination, poor gross and fine motor skills, stiffness, fatigue and inability to walk without assistance. Methods: Ataxia was confirmed by neurologic examination. Aberrant saccades, pursuits, and optokinetic responses were noted. Square wave jerks were present on left gaze fixation. A right beating nystagmus was present on right gaze fixation. Decreased joint position sense and sensation to pinwheel was present in the lower extremity bilaterally. Patellar myotatic stretch reflexes were plus three bilaterally. The patient participated in an in house neurorehabilitation program that included off-vertical-axis-rotation vestibular rehabilitation, passive multi-planar movements of proximal joints, specific oculomotor rehabilitation, times-one viewing gaze stabilization exercises, cross-crawl exercises and gait rehabilitation. Results: The combination of treatment protocols produced profound changes in the patient’s state of being. Symptoms associated with the ataxia were dramatically reduced and the patient has been able to walk without assistance as a result of this intervention. Conclusion: This case showed significant improvements after administration of the multimodal neurorehabilitation regimen described. The authors suggest further investigation into vestibular rehabilitation mechanisms and brain-based approaches to patient treatments with ataxic syndromes. Keywords: Ataxia, Balance control, coordination, Neurorehabilitation, Vestibular Rehabilitation Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration, Orlando, Florida, United States, 10 Dec - 14 Dec, 2015. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Case Reports for Poster Presentation Citation: Carrick FR, Traster DJ, Esposito S and Albertin D (2015). ATAXIA IMPROVED THROUGH APPLICATION OF MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION APPROACH. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2015.58.00096 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 02 Sep 2015; Published Online: 02 Nov 2015. * Correspondence: Prof. Frederick R Carrick, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, drfrcarrick@post.harvard.edu Dr. David J Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Dr. Susan Esposito, Life University, Marietta, United States, susan.esposito@life.edu Dr. Diana Albertin, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, doctorannie28@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Susan Esposito Diana Albertin Google Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Susan Esposito Diana Albertin Google Scholar Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Susan Esposito Diana Albertin PubMed Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Susan Esposito Diana Albertin Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event IMPROVEMENTS OF MEMORY LOSS AND DIGESTION FOLLOWING MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION STRATEGIES Frederick R. Carrick1* and David J. Traster1* 1 Carrick Institute, United States Background: We describe a 43 year-old female who presents with a history of short-term memory loss, and complains of food sensitivities such as gluten sensitivity. The patient also describes severe dizziness, photophobia, and hyperacusis. Methods: During examination the patient demonstrated decreased right arm swing during gait and positive pull test. Oculomotor examination revealed saccadic intrusions of left gaze holding, unconjugated pursuit following responses where the left eye was 23% slower than the right, and decrease in gain of visual optokinetic responses in all directions. The patient participated in a five day neurorehabilitation program involving oculomotor rehabilitation exercises as well as off-vertical-axis-rotation vestibular rehabilitation.. Results: Improvements confirmed by videonystagmography were seen with eye conjugacy as well as gaze stability. The patients memory retention and overall mood significantly improved. The patient also reported a significant improvement in her digestive capabilities. Conclusion: The results of this case suggest the necessity of further research into the application of multimodal neurorehabilitation in regards to patients with short term memory loss and digestive problems. Keywords: memory loss, Memory, Short-Term, Neurorehabilitation, food allergy, Food sensitivity Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration, Orlando, Florida, United States, 10 Dec - 14 Dec, 2015. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Case Reports for Poster Presentation Citation: Carrick FR and Traster DJ (2015). IMPROVEMENTS OF MEMORY LOSS AND DIGESTION FOLLOWING MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION STRATEGIES. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2015.58.00092 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 02 Sep 2015; Published Online: 02 Nov 2015. * Correspondence: Prof. Frederick R Carrick, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, drfrcarrick@post.harvard.edu Dr. David J Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Google Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Google Scholar Frederick R Carrick David J Traster PubMed Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event IMPROVEMENTS IN MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY THROUGH MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION Frederick R. Carrick1* and David J. Traster1* 1 Carrick Institute, United States Background: We describe a 25 year-old male who presents post-concussion with symptoms of nausea, dizziness, headaches, and loss of appetite. Methods: Comprehensive neurologic examination the demonstrated an accommodation spasm, decreased vertical optokinetic nystagmus, blepharospasm, decreased right arm swing during gait testing. The patient participated in a five day neurorehabilitation program that included off-vertical –axis-rotation vestibular rehabilitation and specific oculomotor rehabilitation exercises. Results: Significant improvements were seen in nausea, headaches, dizziness and appetite. Conclusion: A multifaceted neurorehabiliation approach utilizing vestibular rehabilitation and oculomotor rehabilitation produced significant improvements in a patient with post-concussion syndrome. The results of this case suggest the necessity of further research into multimodal neurorehabilitation strategies in the management of post-concussion syndrome. Keywords: Traumatic brain injury (TBI), concussion rehabilitation, concussion, Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Neurorehabilitation Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration, Orlando, Florida, United States, 10 Dec - 14 Dec, 2015. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Case Reports for Poster Presentation Citation: Carrick FR and Traster DJ (2015). IMPROVEMENTS IN MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY THROUGH MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2015.58.00091 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 02 Sep 2015; Published Online: 02 Nov 2015. * Correspondence: Prof. Frederick R Carrick, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, drfrcarrick@post.harvard.edu Dr. David J Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Google Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Google Scholar Frederick R Carrick David J Traster PubMed Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.

Event Abstract Back to Event IMPROVEMENTS IN FACIAL PARALYSIS WITH MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION Frederick R. Carrick1* and David J. Traster1* 1 Carrick Institute, United States Background: We describe a 64 year-old male who presents with a twenty-eight year history of left-sided facial paralysis. Methods: During examination the patient demonstrated decreased pinwheel sensation on the left trigeminal system, loss of left corneal reflex, hypometric saccades rightward, and weakness on the left side of the face. The patient participated in an in-house neurorehabilitation program for five days. Treatment consisted of repetitive peripheral somatosensory stimulation to ophthalmic, maxillary and mandibular distributions of the left trigeminal nerve. Therapy also included mirror therapy and oculomotor rehabilitation. Results: Improvements in orofascial motor control and sensation on the left side of the face with an increased corneal reflex were observed. Conclusion: Partial resolution of facial paralysis following implementation of a multimodal neurorehabilitation program was observed. The results of this case suggest the necessity of further research into the an integrative neurorehabiliation approach to facial paralysis. Keywords: Facial Paralysis, Bell's palsy, Neurorehabilitation, Electric Stimulation, mirror therapy Conference: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration, Orlando, Florida, United States, 10 Dec - 14 Dec, 2015. Presentation Type: Poster Presentation Topic: Case Reports for Poster Presentation Citation: Carrick FR and Traster DJ (2015). IMPROVEMENTS IN FACIAL PARALYSIS WITH MULTIMODAL NEUROREHABILITATION. Front. Neurol. Conference Abstract: International Symposium on Clinical Neuroscience: TBI and Neurodegeneration. doi: 10.3389/conf.fneur.2015.58.00094 Copyright: The abstracts in this collection have not been subject to any Frontiers peer review or checks, and are not endorsed by Frontiers. They are made available through the Frontiers publishing platform as a service to conference organizers and presenters. The copyright in the individual abstracts is owned by the author of each abstract or his/her employer unless otherwise stated. Each abstract, as well as the collection of abstracts, are published under a Creative Commons CC-BY 4.0 (attribution) licence (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) and may thus be reproduced, translated, adapted and be the subject of derivative works provided the authors and Frontiers are attributed. For Frontiers’ terms and conditions please see https://www.frontiersin.org/legal/terms-and-conditions. Received: 02 Sep 2015; Published Online: 02 Nov 2015. * Correspondence: Prof. Frederick R Carrick, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, drfrcarrick@post.harvard.edu Dr. David J Traster, Carrick Institute, Cape Canaveral, United States, dtraster3@gmail.com Login Required This action requires you to be registered with Frontiers and logged in. To register or login click here. Abstract Info Abstract The Authors in Frontiers Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Google Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Google Scholar Frederick R Carrick David J Traster PubMed Frederick R Carrick David J Traster Related Article in Frontiers Google Scholar PubMed Abstract Close Back to top Javascript is disabled. Please enable Javascript in your browser settings in order to see all the content on this page.