HeadMed

18/09/2025

As dementia overtakes all other diseases as our nation's biggest killer, how do we know if our brain is still healthy? Is it possible to measure brain function before it exhibits signs of dementia? And could that allow early intervention therapy to prevent dementia disease progression? In my clinic, I see neuro inflammation driving not necessarily dementia, but other neurological conditions such as post concussion syndrome, post viral syndrome, auto immune conditions and even chronic pain. Could dementia be a long term side effect of unresolved neuroinflammation?

Advocates warn the number of people with the condition could exceed 1 million without government intervention.

07/06/2025

The fate of retired AFL Players. But new medical perspectives into chronic pain, arthritis & traumatic brain injury may offer a glimmer of hope. Understanding that these conditions are connected metabolically through neuro-inflammation, not treating them as isolated, individual cause & effect past events. Dermott Brereton was as tough & brave as they come, & I loved watching him play. I hope he finds the right sort of medicine.

The Hawthorn legend has often questioned himself on whether, given the toll on his body, his playing career has been worth the price.

27/05/2025

Another ex AFL concussion story …

25/05/2025

The distressing symptoms of unresolved Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction … Post Concussion Syndrome.

12/03/2025

This is interesting: small (almost tiny) daily tweaks = big longevity outcomes

New research shows that even small tweaks to your diet and exercise routines can reduce the chance of premature death. There’s just one catch.

16/02/2025

So now the question is, can you treat inflammation in the Hippocampus? In a word … Yep!

Brain scans shows patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) share similar issues in a part of the brain known as the hippocampus.

28/01/2025

Stress: Survival Blessing or a Modern Day Curse?

Our stress response makes us stronger and better able to evade attack by a tiger. But it is a poor match for modern life.

08/01/2025

If exercise was a drug …

It's been well known for many decades that exercise provides many benefits to our health. But a new scientific consortium is revealing new insights into just...

12/11/2024

Does cracking the spine relieve pain … what the science tells us!

Rob Sillevis conducted research studies to determine if audible manipulation sounds are clinically relevant.

09/11/2024

Mitochondria & signalling glitches … again

Could the mania and depression seen in people with bipolar disorders stem from dysfunction of mitochondria deep in the brain? Animal studies are providing interesting clues.

30/08/2024

Phantom Pain: the ultimate example of how the brain causes chronic pain, not injured tissue …

An unbearable electric current shoots down Angela’s left leg. She reaches down to rub it, but there’s no leg there.

21/08/2024

This is essentially what underpins the treatment process I provide …

New research from the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry & Health Sciences at UniMelb highlights the interconnectedness of the brain, body and lifestyle factors and how they collectively influence mental health.

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