Feeling unsteady, lightheaded, or as if the room is spinning can be unsettling — especially when it happens often. Balance problems can come from a variety of sources, but two of the most common are neurological dysfunction and inner ear (vestibular) issues. Understanding how these systems interact helps reveal why dizziness and imbalance occur — and how to treat them effectively.

After a concussion, most people expect their symptoms to fade within a couple of weeks. For many, they do. But for some, the dizziness, headaches, brain fog, and fatigue never seem to fully go away. This lingering collection of symptoms is known as Persistent Post-Concussion Syndrome (PPCS) — and it can deeply affect daily life.

After a concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI), patients often ask: How can I help my brain heal faster?

Persistent dizziness can feel like the world is spinning even when you’re standing still. Many people first look to their inner ear for answers — and that’s a logical place to start. But what if your dizziness isn’t coming from your ears at all? What if it’s coming from your eyes?

Every year, countless individuals and families are faced with the life-altering effects of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Whether caused by a car accident, fall, sports impact, or other trauma, the aftermath can feel overwhelming. Challenges with memory, balance, vision, cognition, and even mood often linger long after the initial medical treatment is complete.

When your child isn’t meeting milestones—whether it’s crawling, speaking, focusing, or connecting with others—it can feel overwhelming.

But in a Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), the structure of your brain appears normal. The issue lies in how the brain functions—how it sends and receives signals from the body. That disruption can cause very real symptoms.

If you're searching online for “Where can I go for concussion treatment?”, it’s likely that you or someone close to you is struggling with lingering symptoms—headaches, dizziness, brain fog, or difficulty concentrating.

If you or someone you love has suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you’ve likely asked: “What are the best treatments for TBI?”

At Plasticity® Brain Centers, we specialize in functional neurology care that’s personalized, non-invasive, and rooted in the science of neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to rewire and heal itself.

Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there? Or struggled to recall a familiar name at the tip of your tongue?

Did you know that more than 1 in 10 people that have POTS reported that their symptoms started within 3 months of a concussion?

Last night Dr. Patterson spoke to The Young and the Restless of Atlanta, a group of stroke survivors that meet monthly at Northside Hospital