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What the Vagus Nerve Has to do with the Vestibular System (Draft)
Vagus Nerve and Vestibular System: An Anatomical Overview The vagus nerve (Cranial Nerve X), Latin for "wandering" nerve, is the longest and most complex of the cranial nerves. It acts as the primary communication highway between your brain and the heart, lungs, esophagus, stomach, liver, spleen, pancreas, gallbladder, kidneys, small intestine, and most of the large intestine. It also controls key muscles in the throat, pharynx, and larynx (voice box), essential for speech a
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Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month Spinal Cord Injury: Signs & Symptoms to Know A spinal cord injury (SCI) is a...
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How Your Brain Learns to Rebalance After Dizziness
Feeling dizzy or off-balance can be really disruptive, and can make you feel isolated and like you've lost your confidence in yourself....
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Jul 26, 20252 min read
In-Depth Guide to Understanding Strokes
As a neurological physical therapist, I often work with individuals recovering from a stroke. It's a journey that requires immense...
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Jul 9, 20255 min read
Feeling Stiff After Stroke? Let's Talk Spasticity!
If you've had a stroke, you might be dealing with something called spasticity. Don't worry if the word sounds a bit scary – it means some...
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Infrared Video Goggles Are a Game-Changer in Diagnosing Vestibular Disorders
Vestibular Infrared Video Goggles Did you know that your eyes can sometimes “hide” signs of a vestibular problem? That’s where infrared...
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Jun 11, 20251 min read
Restoring Movement and Hope in the Inland Empire
Welcome to the Great Hope Neuro Physical Therapy blog! As I open the doors to this new practice, I want to take a moment to share the...
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May 19, 20251 min read
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