MISSOURI BRAIN & SPINE

10/02/2025

09/22/2025

Virtual Conference: Sign up to see Dr. Matthew Worth discuss "Novel Interventions to General Anxiety Disorder"

09/19/2025

2025 SYNAPES SESSION - The most important, contemporary and evidence-based neurology conference of the year!!! Don't miss these fifteen dynamic speakers discussing the newest information in the domains of diagnosis, evaluation and management and novel treatments.

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Save 10% on tuition for Synapse Sessions 2025 when you register before October 11, 2025! 🎉

This year’s virtual conference brings together world-class experts sharing groundbreaking insights in Functional Neurology, patient care, and clinical strategies:

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Marc Ellis – Motor Systems and Myofascial Manipulation: Integrating Movement and Function

🏂 Dr. Haakon Andresen – Extreme Sports and Concussion

🧠 Dr. Paul Brewer – The Effects of Peripheral Central Integration in Neuro-rehabilitation

🔍 Dr. Lynn Carlson – Thinking Functionally: A Clinical Mindset

⚖️ Igor Dijkers MSc, MChiro, DACNB, FABBIR, FABNN, FABVR, FACFN – Balancing Perceptions: Bringing Reappraisal into Functional Neurology

💓 Dr. Ryan Harvey – Conservative Management Strategies for the Dysautonomic Patient

👁️ Dr. John McClaren – Historical Context and Modern Application of the Pupillary Light Reflex (PLR)

📈 Dr. Jeremy Schmoe – Functional Neurology Business Strategies

👓 Dr. Josh Silver – Combining Functional Neurology and Applied Kinesiology for the Evaluation and Treatment of Convergence Insufficiency

💡 Dr. Ayla Wolf – New Research: Acupuncture for Chronic Post-Traumatic Headache in Individuals with mTBI

🦋 Dr. Trevor Eason – Thyroid Dysfunction: The Hidden Driver of Neurological and Metabolic Collapse

🏃 Dr. Shad Groves – The Benefits of Exercise in Neurodegenerative Diseases

⚡ Dr. Ashkan Jalili – Neuro-Performance Mastery: Creating World-Class Enhancement for Military, Sports Teams, and Companies

🎯 Dr. David Traster – Vestibular Rehabilitation: Improving the Sixth Sense

🌐 Dr. Matthew Worth – Vagal Nerve Stimulation Influence on the Cortex

✨ Don’t miss your chance to learn from these thought leaders and elevate your clinical impact!

📅 Register today and lock in your 15% savings before October 11th!
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08/21/2025

Have you ever experienced the kind of hug, where it felt like you melted into the other person's body, and felt a sense of calm overcome you? If so, you're lucky, and here is the reason why...

Hugs stimulate the release of serotonin, a neurotransmitter associated with feelings of happiness, calmness, and well-being. This "feel-good" hormone plays a crucial role in mood regulation, sleep, and can even help alleviate feelings of sadness and depression. Beyond serotonin, hugs also trigger the release of oxytocin and dopamine, further contributing to positive emotions and reduced stress. So hug someone today!!!!

04/02/2025

The doctors and staff of MISSOURI BRAIN & SPINE recognizes the World Autism Awareness Day!!!!!

04/01/2025

If you or a loved one suffers from Parkinson's Disease, call our office and see how we can help. 636-778-4300.

03/05/2025

If you or a loved one has suffered a brain injury or concussion, call our office to see how we can help, 636-778-4300.

12/16/2024

Pleasure vs. Happiness. There IS a difference.

Also interesting is....Serotonin down regulates dopamine and vice versa...Therefore, the more happiness that you have the less "temporary" pleasure is experienced or... the more pleasure you experience the less likely you are to experience long term happiness.