I am in Pain Management. Why is my pain getting worse?
This is a question that patients who experience chronic pain should ask themselves. Pain is defined as the perception of noxious stimuli. If you perceive the pain, then the pain is real. There are too many different manifestations of pain to cover with just one article, so today we will focus on patients who experience chronic back pain after […]
Why Ketamine Infusion Therapy Is Not Psychedelic Therapy
The Truth About Ketamine Infusion Therapy for Mood Disorders Many advocates of Ketamine Infusion Therapy believe the antidepressant effect is due to a psychedelic therapeutic experience that leaves the individual with a greater sense of self and a greater understand of the world in which he/she lives. It sounds wonderful, right? Magical even. On the […]
Supporting a Loved One Through Neurotherapy
If you are supporting a loved one who is about to go through Scenic City Neurotherapy’s treatment process, there are a few things you might want to know: 1. We love to educate and questions are welcome! Education on neurotherapies, how they work, and why they work is imperative for the success of the patient. The […]
Treating the Symptoms vs. Treating the Disease
The most common question I receive about Neurotherapy is, “If this works so well, why aren’t more providers offering this?” My answer to this is, “Adoption takes time and the current standard of psychiatric practice out there is devoted to symptom management.” Symptom management is our first approach to the treatment of any disease process. […]
What makes Neurotherapy different from Psychotherapy or Psychiatry?
Neurotherapy, much like other therapeutics, is focused on achieving an optimized state of function. While psychotherapy optimizes the cognitive processes and physical therapy optimizes muscle mass and flexibility, Neurotherapy optimizes the communication between brain cells (neurons) which can be utilized for much more than mood disorders. It is used for age-related dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease, […]
How to Choose a Ketamine Provider
As Ketamine Infusion Therapy becomes more available, it is important to choose a Ketamine clinic that follows best practice methods. Ideally, all medical facilities subscribe to best practice methods, including: Private treatment rooms are the minimum standard. Ketamine Infusion Therapy is a very personal, private experience and it should be treated that way. Minimizing stimulation […]
