WHY POTS & DYSAUTONOMIA LINGER
POTS and Dysautonomia are often misunderstood because traditional testing frequently appears normal. Many patients are told their symptoms are “anxiety” or “in their head,” despite very real neurological dysfunction.
Dysautonomia may be caused by:
Dysfunction in brainstem or autonomic pathways
Poor communication between the brain, heart, and blood vessels
Impaired sensory integration or motion processing
Cervical (neck) issues affecting autonomic output
Viral illness or post-infection changes
Stress that overwhelms the autonomic system
Reduced tolerance to gravity or positional changes
Functional Neurology focuses on identifying which of these systems is contributing to your symptoms and rebuilding their function.
COMMON SYMPTOMS OF POTS & DYSAUTONOMIA
You may benefit from Functional Neurology if you experience:
Fast heart rate with standing or minimal movement
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or near-fainting
Fatigue or weakness that worsens throughout the day
Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
Temperature dysregulation (hot or cold easily)
Digestive discomfort, nausea, or slow digestion
Sensitivity to lights, sounds, or busy environments
Anxiety-like symptoms not related to emotion
Shortness of breath or chest discomfort
Trembling or shakiness
Difficulty tolerating exercise
Poor recovery after illness or exertion
Head or neck pressure
These symptoms reflect autonomic imbalance — and the underlying pathways can be strengthened.
OUR POTS / DYSAUTONOMIA ASSESSMENT
Your evaluation is designed to pinpoint which autonomic and neurological systems are involved. Testing may include:
Autonomic nervous system evaluation
Heart rate, balance, and positional response testing
Eye movement and visual-vestibular analysis
Gait, coordination, and motor function assessment
Sensory processing and tolerance tests
Cervical spine and proprioceptive evaluation
Orthostatic functional assessments
This gives us a clear picture of how your brain and body are regulating essential functions — rather than relying solely on structural scans.
TARGETED NEURO REHABILITATION
Once we determine the root contributors, we create a customized treatment plan. Therapy may include:
Autonomic retraining and regulation exercises
Visual and vestibular rehabilitation
Balance and sensorimotor integration therapy
Structural and cervical-based neurological activation
Breathing and vagal system regulation
Graded movement and endurance retraining
Brain-based strategies to improve tolerance to stimuli
Techniques to support recovery from post-viral or injury-related dysautonomia
Each intervention is tailored to stimulate and strengthen the exact pathways affecting your autonomic system.
WHY CHOOSE FUNCTIONAL NEUROLOGY FOR POTS & DYSAUTONOMIA
Most POTS and Dysautonomia care focuses on medications, hydration, compression, or pacing. These can help — but many patients still struggle.
Our approach is different:
We identify functional brain changes affecting your autonomic system
We target specific pathways, not just symptoms
We use customized neuro-rehabilitation rather than a one-size-fits-all plan
We measure neurological changes over time to ensure progress
We support long-term regulation, not temporary relief
Many patients come to us after years of searching for answers — finally finding an approach that explains their symptoms and offers a path forward.
HOW LONG DOES RECOVERY TAKE?
Recovery depends on:
Severity and duration of your symptoms
Whether your dysautonomia began after injury, viral illness, or chronic stress
Your current autonomic resilience
Presence of vestibular, visual, or cervical involvement
Some patients notice improvement in the first few sessions. Others require a structured multi-week neuro-rehabilitation program. Our goal is consistent progress that restores your ability to function, move, and live without constant autonomic overwhelm.
GET THE RIGHT CARE FOR YOUR POTS OR DYSAUTONOMIA
If your daily life feels controlled by fatigue, dizziness, rapid heart rate, overwhelm, or sensory issues, there is a path toward better regulation. Your symptoms are real — and your nervous system can improve.
We are here to assess your autonomic function, create a personalized plan, and help you regain stability and control.
