Functional Neurology for PANDAS: Targeted Neuroimmune Rehabilitation to Restore Brain and Behavior
PANDAS is a complex pediatric neuroimmune disorder triggered by streptococcal infections, leading to sudden onset of obsessive-compulsive behaviors, tics, anxiety, and motor symptoms. At our clinic, we employ advanced functional neurology techniques combined with neuroimmune assessment to identify disrupted brain circuits and immune dysregulation, delivering targeted, non-invasive therapies that support neurological recovery and behavioral stabilization.
At Diagnostic Health & Injury, our mission is to help children regain control by rebalancing the brain-immune connection.
Understanding PANDAS: The Neuroimmune Challenge
PANDAS involves an autoimmune response where antibodies mistakenly attack basal ganglia regions, resulting in the following:
- Rapid onset OCD and compulsions
- Motor and vocal tics
- Anxiety, irritability, and mood swings
- Sensory sensitivities and sleep disturbances
- Motor coordination difficulties
The disorder reflects an intricate interaction between immune dysregulation and neural network dysfunction, especially within the cortico-striatal-thalamic circuits.
Comprehensive Functional Neurology Evaluation
Our multidisciplinary approach includes the following:
- Quantitative EEG (qEEG)
Detects abnormal brainwave patterns and network dysregulation associated with basal ganglia dysfunction and neuroinflammation. - Autonomic Nervous System Testing
Measures heart rate variability and sympathetic-parasympathetic balance, often disrupted in PANDAS. - Neuroimmune Biomarker Analysis
Functional lab panels assess inflammatory cytokines, immune activation markers, and oxidative stress relevant to neuroimmune status. - Motor and Sensory Integration Assessment
Evaluates basal ganglia-related motor coordination and sensory processing deficits. - Cognitive and Behavioral Testing
Objective measures of executive function, emotional regulation, and attention inform personalized treatment plans.
Functional Neurology Treatment: Recalibrating Brain-Immune Circuits
Our targeted therapies aim to reduce neuroinflammation and restore functional brain connectivity:
- Neuroimmune Modulation
Techniques like vagus nerve stimulation and low-level laser therapy decrease neuroinflammation and support immune balance. - Neurofeedback and Brainwave Training
Normalizes dysregulated brainwave patterns to improve behavioral control and reduce compulsions and tics. - Autonomic Regulation Therapy
Biofeedback and breathing exercises optimize autonomic balance, reducing anxiety and stress-related symptoms. - Motor and Sensory Integration Therapy
Vestibular and proprioceptive retraining enhance motor control and sensory processing. - Neuro-metabolic Support
Nutritional strategies promote mitochondrial health and reduce oxidative stress, enhancing brain resilience.
Why Functional Neurology for PANDAS?
PANDAS is often misdiagnosed or treated solely with medications. Our functional neurology model offers the following:
✔ Objective mapping of neuroimmune and neurological dysfunction
✔ Drug-free, brain-based therapies targeting root causes
✔ Comprehensive support for neurological, behavioral, and autonomic symptoms
✔ Personalized, evidence-informed care that complements medical treatments
Help Your Child Regain Control and Thrive
If you are located in Lake Charles, Louisiana and your child shows sudden neuropsychiatric symptoms following a strep infection, functional neurology can provide a clear path to recovery.
🔬 Schedule a Comprehensive Neuroimmune and Functional Neurology Evaluation today to explore how targeted brain therapies can restore balance and improve quality of life.
✅ Advanced brain and immune diagnostics
✅ Customized neuroimmune rehabilitation
✅ Holistic, non-pharmaceutical interventions
✅ Real improvements in behavior and neurological function
Take Action for Your Child’s Health and Future
📞 Call (337) 477-2876
📅 Or schedule a consultation to start your child’s personalized PANDAS treatment program now.