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Welcome to his book! A lot of people are writing books these days. Dr. Alex Nelson doesn't want to do that. Instead he invites you to join him as he looks to learn all he can about Chiropractic and functional care. In this podcast, Alex will talk with gue

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    Unlocking the Mystery of Functional Neurological Disorder

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 40:49


    In this episode of The Dr. Alex Show, Dr. Alex Nelson returns to shed light on Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a condition at the crossroads of neurology and psychology. Drawing from his recent presentations and hands-on experience, Dr. Alex explores the predisposing factors, triggering events, and common misconceptions surrounding FND — especially in the wake of COVID-19. He emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, involving neurologists, psychologists, and physical therapists, to provide effective care. Join us as we dive into this often-misunderstood disorder and the hope for better recognition and treatment. Additional resources and links from Dr. Alex: https://www.fndsociety.org/ https://neurosymptoms.org/en/ https://fndhope.org/ https://fndaction.org.uk https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/functional-neurologic-disorder https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/brain-nerves-and-spinal-cord/functional-neurological-disorder/ - Scotland https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/fnd/

    Understanding Diastasis Recti: Essential Insights for Postpartum Health and Core Strength

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 49:31


    In this episode of The Dr. Alex Show, Dr. Alex welcomes Julie Tupler, a registered nurse, certified personal trainer, and childbirth educator, to discuss diastasis recti, a condition characterized by the separation of abdominal muscles. Julie explains how this condition affects not only postpartum women but also men and children, emphasizing the importance of awareness and proper evaluation. She shares insights on how to strengthen the core and prevent further separation through her evidence-based program, which includes splinting and specific exercises. The episode highlights the significance of core strength for overall health, particularly for those experiencing low back pain, and encourages listeners to check for diastasis as part of their fitness and medical evaluations. Connect with Julie on social media at: X/Twitter – @DiastasisRehab Facebook – @Diastasis Rehab LinkedIn – @Julie Tupler Instagram – @diastasisrehab Pinterest – @Diastasis Rehab Youtube – @JulieTupler_Tupler_Technique

    Navigating Trauma with Special Guest Jeremy Lotz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 60:38


    Join Dr. Alex in the vault for a compelling episode featuring Jeremy Lotz, a licensed professional counselor from Lee's Summit, Missouri. Jeremy brings over two decades of experience in therapy, specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma. In this episode, they delve into the intricacies of cognitive behavioral therapy, the challenges of working with adopted children, and the profound impact of trauma. Discover the unique world of long-term teen residential care, as Jeremy shares insights from his years at Shelterwood, a therapeutic boarding school. Whether you're a mental health professional, a parent, or someone interested in the healing process, this episode offers valuable perspectives on therapy and trauma recovery. Tune in to hear Jeremy's journey and expertise in helping adolescents navigate their toughest challenges.

    Exploring Pain Management Innovations: Dr. Alex Chats with Dr. Jeremy Kneeman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 44:44


    In this episode of The Dr. Alex Show, Dr. Alex sits down with pain management specialist Dr. Jeremy Kneeman for an enlightening conversation about the intricacies of pain treatment. They explore the differences between primary care, sports medicine, and pain management approaches, particularly in the Midwest. Dr. Kneeman shares his insights on various treatments, including the use of minimally invasive interventions and the importance of imaging guidance for injections. They also discuss emerging technologies in the field, the role of prolotherapy and stem cell injections, and the collaborative nature of pain management with other therapies. Tune in for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of pain management and what it means for patients today.

    Navigating Attachment: Challenges and Triumphs in Working with Adopted Children

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 44:43


    Welcome back to The Doctor Alex Show! In this episode, Dr. Alex delves into the complexities of working with adopted children and the intricacies of attachment. Exploring how attachment forms and the potential disorders that can arise, Dr. Alex emphasizes the unique challenges faced by adopted children and the profound importance of understanding their emotional needs. With insights from his own experiences and academic studies, Dr. Alex sheds light on the resilience of these children and the crucial role caregivers play in fostering healthy attachment. Dr. Alex offers a compassionate look at adoption, the trials, and triumphs, and why it's essential to prepare for this rewarding journey. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that touches on neuroscience, trauma, and the enduring power of love.

    Unlocking the Teen Mind: Dr. Alex Reveals Secrets to Navigating Teenage Challenges and Communication

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 42:13


    In this episode of The Dr. Alex Show, Dr. Alex Nelson dives into the complex world of teenagers, discussing the unique challenges of parenting and supporting teens, especially those with neurodevelopmental delays. Drawing on his experience, Dr. Alex explores the developmental neurology of teenagers, the impact of technology and social pressures like FOMO, and practical strategies for parents to engage and communicate effectively with their teens. Whether your teen is thriving or struggling, this episode offers valuable insights and advice for fostering a supportive and understanding environment at home. Tune in to learn how to navigate the teenage years with empathy and knowledge.

    Taking Responsibility in a Chaotic World

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 40:09


    In this eye-opening episode of the Dr. Alex Show, Dr. Alex delves into the importance of personal responsibility amidst the chaos of today's world. As he navigates through the challenges of his own morning routine, Dr. Alex emphasizes the need for taking charge of our health and wellbeing. From managing anxiety and depression to understanding the rise in autism and obesity rates, he offers insights into how we can better respond to external stresses. With a focus on the interconnectedness of physical, spiritual, and emotional health, Dr. Alex provides practical advice on how to navigate life's pressures and make positive changes. Join us for a powerful conversation that encourages slowing down, reassessing our choices, and embracing responsibility for a healthier life.

    Unveiling Anxiety: Navigating Neurological Terrain for Resilience with Dr. Alex

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 34:52


    In this episode of The Dr. Alex Show, Dr. Alex explores the rising tide of anxiety post-COVID-19, shedding light on its neurological origins and triggers. By dissecting the interplay between anxiety, OCD, and emotional states, Dr. Alex emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying causes rather than relying solely on medication. From biochemical imbalances to environmental stressors, listeners gain practical insights into managing anxiety and nurturing mental well-being. With a focus on strategies like GABA supplementation, Dr. Alex highlights the dynamic relationship between brain health and emotional resilience, offering a roadmap for reclaiming control over mental health in challenging times.

    Unraveling Autoimmunity: Dr. Alex Explores the Hidden Epidemic of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Beyond

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 34:58


    Dr. Alex delves into the complexities of autoimmunity in this episode of The Dr. Alex Show podcast. With a focus on Hashimoto's Thyroiditis as a prime example, Dr. Alex breaks down the prevalence and symptoms of autoimmune diseases, shedding light on their often misunderstood nature. From the role of the immune system to the lack of specialized care for autoimmune conditions, Dr. Alex navigates through the intricacies of managing these disorders. Listeners gain insights into the mechanisms driving autoimmunity and the challenges individuals face in obtaining proper diagnosis and treatment. Tune in to explore the nuances of autoimmunity and uncover potential solutions for those affected by these conditions.

    Exploring the impact of screen time on our kids' brains

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 42:03


    In the latest episode of the Dr. Alex Show podcast, Dr. Alex Nelson explores the complex relationship between screens and brain health. Addressing concerns about the impact of technology on both adults and children, the episode delves into topics such as the excitatory response triggered by blue light, the addictive nature of social media, and practical tips for responsible screen use. Dr. Alex provides valuable insights on limiting screen time, delaying device ownership for children, and fostering open communication within families. Listeners are guided through an exploration of the neurological effects of screens, offering a balanced perspective on navigating the digital landscape for a healthier lifestyle.

    Illuminating Healing: Insights from the Latest Dr. Alex Show Podcast Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2024 57:54


    In the latest episode of the Dr. Alex Show podcast, host Dr. Alex Nelson engages in a profound conversation with guest Dr. Griswold, exploring the transformative power of light therapy. The episode begins with Dr. Nelson sharing a heartfelt birthday tradition involving early morning sessions in the garage, dedicated to his daughter. Dr. Griswold joins the discussion, adding depth to the significance of personal rituals for emotional well-being. The conversation takes a vulnerable turn as Dr. Griswold opens up about waking up in tears, leading to a powerful exchange on the impact of honesty on human emotions. The episode expertly navigates through clinical pearls, laser therapy applications, and the role of intention, offering listeners a thought-provoking exploration of healing through simplicity.

    Unraveling the mysteries of concussions and how to treat them

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 40:23


    In this illuminating episode of the Dr. Alex Show, Dr. Alex Nelson delves into the intricate world of concussions and traumatic brain injuries. Unveiling the vulnerability of the human brain, he draws parallels with nature's adaptations and emphasizes the importance of the meninges in brain protection. Dr. Alex explores the evolution of concussion understanding and discusses a paradigm shift in management, advocating for an active recovery approach. Sponsored by Shed Light Cold Lasers, the episode also highlights game-changing solutions and unveils surprising statistics in concussion prevention, particularly the role of neck strength. From multiple hits to long-term impacts, Dr. Alex provides a holistic perspective, urging listeners to prioritize brain health in this insightful exploration of concussions.

    Part 2: Coping with trauma and unveiling healing frequencies

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 48:56


    In the concluding part of a two-part series, host Dr. Alex Nelson, joined by Dr. Matthew and Brianna Christian, delves deeper into familial healing dynamics for parents of special needs children. In a must-listen episode, they explore the profound impact of trauma — particularly on families with special needs children — and questioning the enduring influence of PTSD. This emotionally charged episode offers a glimpse into their collective resilience, inspiring listeners to explore new pathways toward emotional wellness.

    Part 1: Navigating uncharted waters — A family's journey with rare genetic challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 38:24


    Join Dr. Alex as he hosts an incredible family from California — Brianna and Matt Christian — on a poignant episode. This heartfelt conversation delves into their journey of parenting a child with a rare genetic disease and the arrival of their second son amidst these challenges. Discover their resilience, strength, and invaluable insights as they navigate the complexities of caring for their children. Listen now to part 1 of this inspiring tale of love, perseverance, and hope in the face of adversity on the Dr. Alex Show. Look for Part 2 next week.

    Working past the diagnosis and finding the best care for your kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2023 49:00


    He's officially called an end to the hiatus and Dr. Alex Nelson is back for season 2 of his podcast exploring healthcare and finding the best pathways to treat yourself and your loved ones. In this first episode of the season, Dr. Alex talks about care for kids and parents' processes for finding the best care plan after receiving a difficult diagnosis.

    Search for care leads parents to new life providing service for others

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 44:15


    Justin Long joins Dr. Alex in studio to talk about his family's search for care leading them to a new life and business providing care for other families struggling in similar situations.

    Diving into the details on the common struggles with ADHD

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 26:03


    Dr. Alex spends some time breaking down the ins and outs of what is a common struggle — ADHD. Despite its common diagnosis, Dr. Alex says the term covers a wide spectrum of issues and uses this episode to clear up some of the confusion and talk about how the brain is affected.

    Search for care leads parents to new life providing service for others

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 6:43


    Justin Long joins Dr. Alex in studio to talk about his family's search for care for an autistic child led them to a new life and business providing care for other families struggling in similar situations.

    Let's talk about dyslexia

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 32:07


    As school years begin anew, Dr. Alex takes a little time to focus this episode on dyslexia and providing some thought and direction for parents with children struggling with this disorder.

    A passion for care

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 68:11


    Dr. Alex welcomes one of his professional mentors, Dr. Christopher Kent, to the show for a conversation about his career in chiropractic and the passion that drives him to not only continue providing patient care, but also educate the next generation of chiropractors.

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    Fighting for their children... and others searching for answers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 110:25


    Micaela and Dr. Jerad Widman have spent much of their adult lives searching for answers and advocating for their children. The couple joins the Dr. Alex show to tell their story and share how their journey has made them not only advocates for their own kids, but for so many others in need.

    Finding the link between stress and pain

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 69:13


    Dr. Seth Oberst, DPT joins Dr. Alex to talk about his approach to helping patients by finding the connections between stress and pain.

    On Dr. collaboration and vision therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 66:13


    The Dr. Alex Show has officially gone international as optometrist Dr. Paul Rollett joins Dr. Nelson for a conversation on unique vision therapy and the need for medical practitioners to collaborate more on patient care.

    A natural and holistic approach to care

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 85:35


    Former patient Amy Roberts joins Dr. Alex to talk about her approach to holistic approach to ingredients when creating natural tools for body and self care.

    Victor's back, baby!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 50:38


    Back by popular demand Apex Energetics' Dr. Victor Pritchard returns to the Dr. Alex Show to answer some questions posed to Dr. Alex after his first appearance on the podcast.

    Getting to the root of the problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2022 60:10


    Dr. David Hanscom joins Dr. Alex to talk about his research and practice, which has shifted away from invasive surgical procedures to a focus on functional care and digging into the root causes of pain and anxiety.

    Enneagrams, holistic approaches and a new way to approach care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 49:58


    He's a recovering charismatic, a patient stuck in medical purgatory and a practicing chiropractor, functional neurologist and care provider finding new ways to approach his patients's needs. Dr. Jerome Lubbe joins Dr. Alex to talk about getting out of practical silos and taking more global and holistic approaches to brain-based solutions to his patients' issues.

    Functional neurology and discovering the pathways to providing successful patient care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 66:32


    This is a big episode for Dr. Alex. Dr. Robert Melillo has been a leader in the world of functional neurology for several years, as well as a professional role model for Dr. Alex Nelson. The two talk about Melillo's path into functional neurology and how the ongoing research and work continue to provide more care options for patient care.

    On the power of open dialogue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 57:07


    Typically Michelle Worley is the one seeking out Dr. Alex for care and assistance. But in this episode, Dr. Alex turns the tables for a frank conversation with the licensed therapist about patient care, mental health and reducing stigmas.

    She‘s the reason we do what we do

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 48:15


    In a special (and unplanned) episode, Dr. Alex Nelson opens up with the audience about the driving force behind everything he and his wife, Dr. Lauren, do. Sometimes, the love discovered in life's most traumatic moments can push us to do great things for others.

    Let‘s talk about supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 44:51


    Dr. Victor Pritchard, of Apex Energetics, joins Dr. Alex to talk the role of supplements in a care plan.

    Shedding some light on lasers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 59:44


    Mixing stories of life and career, Dr. Griswold, founder of Shed Light, joins Dr. Alex to talk about philosophies of care and the role of cold lasers in various treatment programs.

    It may be just his left brain thinking here...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 33:01


    Some may say it's controversial, but Dr. Alex takes a little time to dig into the topic of hemisphericity — the age old conversations of left brain vs. right brain individuals.

    Covering the spectrum — we‘re talking about autism today

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 30:13


    Specializing in treating younger patients facing neurodevelopment issues, Dr. Alex finds himself talking a lot about autism and all the many layers of this diagnosis. Today, he takes some time to dig in with you and talk about some of the approaches to therapy and care.

    Neurodevelopment 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 45:27


    Dr. Alex has a passion for treating younger patients dealing with neurodevelopment issues. In this episode, he breaks down diagnosis and approaches to treatment in this often misunderstood field.

    The three pillars of care

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 38:19


    So, what does Dr. Alex do? What's his role in the field of health care and why does he choose to do it? In this first episode of his new podcast exploring all things Chiropractic and functional care, Dr. Alex talks about his three pillars of care.

    TEASER: Welcome to the Dr. Alex Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 3:24


    Welcome to his book! A lot of people are writing books these days. Dr. Alex Nelson doesn't want to do that. Instead he invites you to join him as he looks to learn all he can about Chiropractic and functional care. In this podcast, Alex will talk with guests from throughout the industry while talking about life and topics we all face.

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