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Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT April is Autism Awareness Month, and we continue our discussion on sensory awareness and modifications. In clinical practice, it’s easy to fall into the trap of compartmentalizing diagnoses. Vestibular dysfunction. Concussion. Migraine. Dysautonomia. Orthopedic pain. We build treatment plans around these labels, often guided by protocols, research, and clinical experience. But what happens when we overlook something that fundamentally shapes how a person

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Modern rehabilitation has moved far beyond treating isolated impairments. Pain, dizziness, concussion, migraine, and chronic symptoms frequently reflect deeper nervous system dysfunction rather than simple musculoskeletal limitations. As our understanding of these conditions evolves, one concept continues to rise in importance: nervous system readiness. One of the most powerful tools we use to assess and train this readiness is heart rate variability (HRV

The importance of nutrition for management of neurological disorders including migraine and dysautonomia.

Pacing and finding joy through self-care during the holidays.

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Vestibular disorders rarely exist in isolation. Dizziness, imbalance, migraine, visual sensitivity, autonomic dysregulation, cognitive fatigue, and persistent symptoms can span multiple systems. Because of this complexity, patients often find themselves navigating a maze of providers including neurology, ENT, primary care, physical therapy, behavioral health, cardiology, optometry, and more. True progress happens most consistently when these disciplines f

By Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Have you ever noticed that your dizziness, migraines, brain fog, or other neurological symptoms seem to worsen...

By Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Dizziness is one of those symptoms that can feel vague, unsettling, and frustrating to pin down. While balance...

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy Headaches are one of the most common health...

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy June is Migraine Awareness Month , a time...

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy Vestibular rehabilitation is a complex, nuanced...

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy Do you ever feel dizzy, unsteady, or like the...

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy Concussions are often misunderstood as injuries...

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy In today’s fast-evolving healthcare...

Lisa Brekke, PT, DPT Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy After a concussion, many people expect...