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Has anyone had to deal with a functional neurological disorder?
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@jenniferhunter My Mayo-JAX Cardiologist has ruled out cardiovascular issues - that they are not causing my NESs.
The Mayo-JAX Neurologist treating my Parkinson's does not think that my Parkinson's is causing my NESs.
The EMU that I had in Feb. 2025 at Mayo - JAX Hospital, the Mayo hospital Neurologist's diagnosis was Non-Epileptic Spells, did not call them seizures.
I have not heard of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome but will ask the Mayo Neurologist who I have an appt. with on April 7 about it, plus ask about Cervical Spinal Alignment and request to have my Cervical Spine evaulated and tested for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
(Sidenote: regarding my symptoms, I have not experienced any fainting.)
Jennifer, I greatly appreciate your reply, help and the medical issues you mentioned that I could be tested for.
At the age of 84 and after three+ years of dealing & suffering with my "spells" and not able to do absolutely anything, I am desperate to find out what is causing my symptoms, find a treatment plan and have a "qaulity of life".
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@whs2026 TOS (thoracic outlet syndrome) is often treated with physical therapy and myofascial release therapy that can stretch out tight tissue. MFR can help get the body back in ergonomic function and posture. Posture matters a lot. There is a provider search at mfrtherapists.com . We also have a discussion about myofascial release with lots of information. You can type in the search box at the top to find it.
I am in physical therapy now and my C1 and C2 were shifting out of alignment. That affects circulation to the brain. When my PT got my spine aligned correctly, I did feel the circulation increase in my head and felt more alert. PT helps me a lot.