Dr. Erik Reis DC, DACNB, CBIS

12/05/2025

Re-Wired is the official podcast of The Neural Connection, a leading functional neurology and brain-based rehabilitation clinic in Edina, MN specializing in ...

01/05/2025

🧠 The Best Ways to Treat Concussions, Brain Injuries, Migraines, and Dizziness - Re-Wired Podcast

We're excited to officially launch our podcast, Re-Wired, the official podcast of The Neural Connection, a leading functional neurology and rehabilitation clinic specializing in migraines, concussions, dizziness, and neurorehabilitation.

🗓 Each week, our team of clinical experts breaks down the science, therapies, clinical approaches, and real-world tools we use to help patients heal their bodies and brains—without relying on medications, drugs, or surgery.

From functional neurology and visual rehab to metabolic and structural care, we explore the root causes of complex symptoms—and the integrative strategies that deliver lasting relief.
This isn’t just another podcast—it’s a blueprint for healing your body, brain, and mind...

💥 In our premiere episode of Re-Wired, Dr. Erik Reis DC, DACNB, CBIS and Dr. Thompson Maesaka: Concussions, Dizziness, & Migraines reveal their top strategies for treating:

✔️ Concussions
✔️ Traumatic brain injuries
✔️ Chronic dizziness
✔️ Vertigo
✔️ Migraines and headaches

Whether you're still struggling day, months—or even years—after an injury, or you’ve tried everything with no real answers… this episode can help you find the breakthroughs you’ve been looking for.

🎧 Watch it now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwIlk_TpdN4
🔁 Share with someone who is looking for finding the root-cause of their symptoms!
📲 Call us today for a FREE consultation: https://theneuralconnection.com/contact-neurology-clinic/

Get in touch with The Neural Connection, your trusted neurology specialists for personalized care. Contact our neurology clinic to schedule a consultation for expert treatment of concussions, migraines, and neurological conditions. We're here to help!

29/01/2025

Not all B Vitamins are created equal...

🚨 If you take B Vitamins for migraine symptoms, energy, or brain health, make sure they’re methylated for better absorption and effectiveness.

Here’s why each one matters:

🔹 B12 (Methylcobalamin) – Supports nerve health & reduces inflammation, unlike synthetic cyanocobalamin, which is harder for some to absorb.

🔹 B9 (Methylfolate) – Crucial for mood & migraine prevention! Many people can’t convert synthetic folic acid properly, making methylfolate a better choice.

🔹 B6 (Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate - P5P) – Helps neurotransmitter function & reduces homocysteine, a migraine trigger.

🔹 B2 (Riboflavin-5-Phosphate) – Known to reduce migraine frequency by supporting mitochondrial energy production.

Choosing the right form of B vitamins can make all the difference!

PMID: 38011468
PMID: 33779525
PMID: 36619923

29/01/2025

23/01/2025

If 40,000 people are drinking coffee and seeing health benefits, should you do it too?

The answer depends on the time of day you drink your coffee...

Data from over 40,000 adults showed drinking coffee in the morning was associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (31%) and all cause mortality (16%) compared to not drinking coffee OR drinking it throughout the day...

The timing mattered far more than anticipated, most likely because caffeine has 6-8 hour half life, meaning if you drink coffee at noon, you'll still have 50% of the caffeine in your system by 6 PM and 25% of that caffeine load in your brain and body at midnight!

2 or more cups of coffee yielded the most benefits... But that doesn't mean you can load up on Frappuccino's at Starbucks...

Hidden sugars, excessive fats, and drinking coffee at the wrong times can all offset these benefits...

PMID: 39776171

22/01/2025

Could Vitamin D, Omega-3s, and physical exercise be the best form of cancer prevention?

Recent findings suggest that daily supplementation with high-dose vitamin D3 and omega-3 fatty acids, when combined with a simple strength training exercise program (SHEP), may lead to a cumulative reduction in cancer risk for generally healthy and active adults aged 70 and older.

Here are the key findings:

Vitamin D3 - Plays a critical role in immune regulation and cellular health.
Omega-3s - Have anti-inflammatory properties that support overall health and may reduce cancer-related risks.
Strength training (SHEP) - Improves muscle strength, mobility, and metabolic function, contributing to better health outcomes.

These exciting results highlight the potential benefits of integrating targeted supplementation and exercise into daily routines for older adults, even those already maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle.

It also shows that there will never be one pill, surgery, procedure, profession, or medication that will have all the answers...

It’s important to consult with your healthcare provider before starting high-dose supplementation, as individual needs and safety considerations vary.

21/01/2025

Being healthy doesn't need to be complicated.

If you can stick to the basics, you're going to find success.

But the only way you get the benefits is by doing it...

19/01/2025

Taking action will always create change, especially when it comes to brain health 🧠

The data doesn’t lie and I promise you there are zero shortcuts to getting around physical exercise 💪🏼

doi:10.1001/jamaneurol.2022.2672

17/01/2025

Truer words have never been said...

Your health is in your hands at all times... Regardless of what the medical establishment has led you to believe.

You have a choice in how you live your life.

Choose wisely!

16/01/2025

No medication on the planet will ever be able to mimic the multiple benefits and effects of physical exercise...

And yet, everyone is trying to find a shortcut to get there...

Mastering the basics will always give you the foundational components of health...

Don't think; Just move!

DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2024-108125

14/01/2025

How much money would you pay to improve your memory by 226% percent?

New research suggests that brief nighttime exposure to specific scents and smells can significantly enhance cognitive function in older adults...

In a six-month study published by researchers at UC Irvine, participants who received olfactory enrichment (smell therapy) showed a remarkable 226% improvement in memory performance and measurable changes in critical brain pathways compared to those in the control group...

By simply diffusing different odors for two hours each night, they observed both improved mental abilities and strengthened neural connections supporting memory and cognition...

This low-effort, at-home intervention may offer a promising new avenue for promoting healthy brain aging and cognitive well-being...

And, of course, industry insiders have already invested in technology to bring this to the public!

Stay tuned for more...

https://doi.org/10.3389/fnins.2023.1200448

14/01/2025

Magnesium supports over 600 vital processes in your brain and body, helping with everything from muscle and brain function to energy production...

Even more impressive is the fact that research links higher magnesium intake to larger brain volume and fewer white matter lesions...

But here’s the problem: Around 15–20% of the global population still isn’t getting enough magnesium...

It's your job to pack magnesium-rich foods like leafy greens, avocados, nuts, and legumes into your diet...

And if you can't get it through food, supplementation is an easy way to increase your levels and get your RDA...

PMID: 29387426