Our Treatment Options

Functional Neurology:
Chiropractic neurology, also known as functional neurology, forms the foundation of innovative functional movement strategies designed to optimize the brain-body connection. Very basically, functional neurology can be thought of as an exercise regimen for the brain. Just like working a muscle makes it stronger, we work your brain to make it stronger. Guided by Dr. Darcy Dane’s expertise, these strategies integrate vestibular therapy, vision therapy, and targeted exercises to address challenges such as balance, dizziness, postural stability, and body spatial awareness. Unlike cookie-cutter therapies, each treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s unique neurological profile, whether managing vestibular disorders, concussions, or enhancing overall function through advanced tools like GyroStim, Interactive Metronome, Neurosensory Integration Boards, Low-Level Laser Therapy, and Hyperbaric Oxygen Ketone Therapy (HBOKT). Dr. Dane’s critical thinking and precise application of her knowledge ensure individualized care that meets each patient’s specific needs.

These functional movement strategies drive positive neuroplastic changes by rewiring neural pathways, fostering the brain’s adaptability to restore and elevate performance. For example, integrating vestibular and vision therapies not only alleviates dizziness and enhances postural stability but also boosts athletic performance by improving reaction times, coordination, and spatial awareness. Dr. Dane’s expertise in functional neurology delivers lasting improvements in the brain-body connection, transforming daily challenges into opportunities for peak health and vitality through personalized, evidence-based approaches.

At Naples Brain Center, we have found that intensive treatment periods are best to increase function quickly and effectively. Our patients affectionately call our intensive program “Brain Camp.” After Brain Camp, patients work on home therapies. After a determined amount of time, the patient comes back to the office so that the doctor can assess the progress made at home. Treatments are changed to promote further healing, as necessary.

During a 1-week intensive, the patient will spend 4 hours a day for 5 days in office treatment. Brain Camp offers the fastest results due to the frequency and intensity of the treatment.

For those patients who cannot participate in a week-long intensive program, we offer flexible treatment schedules that will fit your needs. The results are the same; it just takes longer to achieve them.

Not every patient will need an intensive program. Treatment recommendations will be made based on the examination findings. Treatment office visits range between 15 and 60 minutes.

Chiropractic Services:
At Naples Brain Center, we have found that specificity changes everything. Just because it hurts on the right, it doesn’t necessarily mean treatment needs to be on the right. Every treatment decision is based upon central nervous system findings and is done to promote better brain function. Chiropractic office visits are normally 10-20 minutes in duration.

Functional Medicine:
At Naples Brain Center, we know the importance of running chemistry panels. A clean internal environment promotes healthier brain function. Conversely, an inflamed body means the gut barrier and blood-brain barrier are compromised. Indicators such as brain fog, fatigue, mood changes, bloating and gas, mean your brain is swimming in polluted waters, so to speak. Functional medicine office visits vary from 15-60 minutes.

Referrals:
At Naples Brain Center, we understand the value of a good referral. Many times, we refer our patients to specialists in other fields to help co-manage complex cases. If a team approach is what is needed or if you would be better served by a colleague, we will let you know and make the referral. We have a team of colleagues all over North Naples who specialize in different areas such as immunology, acupuncture, internal medicine, medical neurology, applied kinesiology, visual development and more.