Dr. David Clark-Functional Neurologist

12/21/2023

**DAY 2 Savings** -->NOTE: This post is really only for the doctors and practitioners that follow this page.

The Carrick Institute is offering some savings on my courses during their 12 Days of Neuro.

Todays' deal:
Save $200 off any of the individual modules in the popular Neurochemistry & Nutrition program via online, self-paced learning.

• Cardiometabolic Disorders
• Thyroid-Brain Axis
• Peripheral Neuropathy
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Neurochem Board Review
• Male & Female Hormone Problems

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To learn more: https://carrickinstitute.com/12-days-of-neuro/

12/20/2023

NOTE: This post is really only for the doctors and practitioners that follow this page.

The Carrick Institute is offering some savings on my courses during their 12 Days of Neuro.

Today's savings are for The Clinical Neurochemistry & Nutrition 6 Module Course.

Save an additional $600 off of the already discounted 6-module Neurochemistry & Nutrition Bundle tuition. For a total program savings of $2,400 off the individual modules tuition.

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OR
Save $200 off any individual module in the Neurochemistry & Nutrition program via online, self-paced learning.

Use code: SantasHealth to save on individual modules.

To learn more: https://carrickinstitute.com/12-days-of-neuro/

08/15/2023

[new video] "Autism Spectrum Disorder Stimming: What it is, What it means, What to do" --> Over the least 20 years of working with Autism Spectrum children I've been asked thousands of times: "What is stimming?" and "Why does my child flap their hands, spin or jump up and down?"

In this video I explain very simply what stimming is...what causes it (probably not what you're expecting to hear)...and what to do about it.

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:14 - Quick Definition of stimming
00:34 - Stimming = problem with the basal ganglia in the brain
01:45 - What causes stimming?
02:12 - Stimming, the basal ganglia and autoimmunity
03:01 - Phospholipid antibodies
03:27 - Should you try to STOP the stimming?
03:53 - Circuit malfunction, the basal ganglia and stimming
04:15 - Metabolic & Circuit Problems can cause stimming
04:30 - My problem with the label "stimming"
04:48 - Finding the root cause of stimming
05:24 - Stimming isn't THE problem, it's a warning sign

https://youtu.be/I7e4xORpTCw
https://doctordavidclark.com/autism

https://bit.ly/drclarkautism -Over the least 20 years of working with Autism Spectrum children I've been asked thousands of times: "What is stimming?" and "...

08/12/2023

[new video] Worst Hashimoto's Mistake - Believing the Lie That "Nothing" Can Be Done --> One of the worst mistakes a Hashimoto's patient can make is believing the LIE that there's nothing you can do about your Hashimoto's except take Synthyroid, Levothyroxine or Cytomel.

If you still feel bad even though your labs are normal--and even though you take your medication--you do NOT have to settle. In this video I explain why you don't have to give up even if you've been told to "live with it."

Hashimoto's Low Thyroid/Hypothyroid Symptoms
• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Dry Skin
• Constipation
• Depression and Anxiety
• Brain Fog
• Weight Gain
• Joint and Muscle Pain
• Sleep Problems

00:00 - Intro
00:33 - The reason you think there's nothing you can do
00:57 - What your primary care doc told you/the typical Hashimoto's journey
01:21 - The bare minimum TSH thyroid test isn't enough
01:52 - Your TSH was finally bad enough to get noticed
02:01 - Your Synthyroid/Levothyroxine has to be changed frequently
02:15 - "Your labs are normal. You need to be referred."
02:40 - Finally, your thyroid antibodies are tested
02:58 - Your endocrinologist only has one hammer
03:14 - Your doctors don't know what to do
03:35 - I understand why you feel this way...it's not your fault
04:12 - What to do if your doctors doesn't get it
04:37 - What I want you to know
05:12 - Hard to find the right help in an insurance model
05:50 - It's a challenge but don't give up!

https://youtu.be/YbC4IbQc2LU
https://trianglethyroiddoctor.com

http://bit.ly/drclarkthyroid One of the worst mistakes a Hashimoto's patient can make is believing the LIE that there's nothing you can do about your Hashi...

08/10/2023

[new video] "Inflammation and Cytokines Cause Vertigo Dizziness & Balance Problems" --> Patients suffering from chronic vertigo, dizziness and balance problems VERY often have an undiagnosed or untreated inflammatory condition that causing their symptoms. In this video I reveal how inflammation and cytokines (immune system messengers) cause vertigo, dizziness & balance problems--and what to do about it.

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Basic explanation of inflammation and cytokines
01:19 - How inflammation affects the Balance Stability Pyramid
02:30 - Inflammation in the INNER EAR
03:25 - Neuroinflammation: inflammation INSIDE your CNS/Brain
03:49 - Recent patient example of why immune system is key to recovery
04:36 - What I've learned from 20 years of experience
05:07 - Must hunt down sources of inflammation
05:25 - Generic cookie cutter protocols are wasteful
05:37 - What to do if YOU have chronic vertigo, dizziness, balance problems
06:22 - Why it's hard to find a good, detective doctor
06:47 - Take Aways and Quick summary

https://youtu.be/cCLrmPkI_cg
https://doctordavidclark.com/vertigo-dizziness-balance-problems

https://doctordavidclark.com/vertigo-dizziness-balance-problems Patients suffering from chronic vertigo, dizziness and balance problems VERY often have an ...

08/08/2023

[new video] "Worst Hashimoto's Mistakes - DIY Self-Treatment" -->

Suffering with Hashimoto's (see symptoms below) can make you feel frustrated and alone. That's why some Hashimoto's try to self-treat their autoimmune condition by reading books, buying video courses and tickets to "summits." True, you might get lucky, but in this video I explain exactly why DIY Self-Treatment of Hashimoto's is a big mistake.

Hashimoto's Low Thyroid/Hypothyroid Symptoms (even if you're taking medication and even if your labs look 'normal').
• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Dry Skin
• Constipation
• Depression and Anxiety
• Brain Fog
• Weight Gain
• Joint and Muscle Pain
• Sleep Problems

00:00 - Intro
00:14 - The #1 reason Hashimoto's patients try to self-treat
01:17 - This is the story of the typical Hashimoto's patient
02:00 - Why don't doctors test for Hashimoto's
02:30 - Your labs are "normal" but you still don't feel good
03:07 - Why Hashimoto's patients feel alone
04:14 - The HUGE problem with self-treatment books, videos etc
05:24 - Do you really have time to waste doing generic protocols?
05:44 - Do all those tests make sense to do in YOUR case?
06:13 - The worst-case scenario with self-treatment of Hashimoto's
06:25 - Do you know your immune system fingerprint?
07:34 - Would try to repair your car engine by reading a book?
08:49 - Do NOT be shy about doing this with your doctor
09:08 - Bottom line Take-aways for someone considering self-treatment of Hashimoto's

https://youtu.be/U_m0jaeZrA4
https://trianglethyroiddoctor.com

http://bit.ly/drclarkthyroid Suffering with Hashimoto's (see symptoms below) can make you feel frustrated and alone. That's why some Hashimoto's try to sel...

08/05/2023

[new video] "Alopecia Areata Autoimmune Hair Loss - Symptoms, Tests, Treatment" -- > Hair loss of any kind can make a huge dent in your confidence. Autoimmune forms of hair loss can be incredibly frustrating because they are often misunderstood and frankly mis-managed. In this video I share what you need to know about Alopecia Areata (autoimmune hair loss), and I explain how this condition is actually a WARNING SIGN.

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:19 - What alopecia areata IS and IS NOT
01:13 - What male pattern hair loss looks like
01:22 - What telogen effluvium looks like
01:24 - Non-autoimmune hair loss and hair thinning
01:52 - Why alopecia areata IS a big deal
02:16 - The WORST kind of alopecia
03:31 - Your immune system fingerprint is CRUCIAL
04:58 - The ONE thing to know about autoimmune hair loss

https://youtu.be/L4hxOO2mV54
https://doctordavidclark.com

http://bit.ly/drdavidclark Hair loss of any kind can make a huge dent in your confidence. Autoimmune forms of hair loss can be incredibly frustrating becaus...

08/03/2023

[new video] "We Need to Talk about Long COVID, Post COVID" -- > You'll be seeing a lot of videos from me in the coming weeks and months about LONG COVID aka Post Acute COVID Sequelae aka Post COVID Autoimmunity.

COVID-19 infections are no joke--even mild infections have OBVIOUS negative affects on the brain and immune system. In this short video, I explain why we need to talk more about this potentially disabling condition.

https://youtu.be/XJZ1BKIWg5A
https://doctordavidclark.com

http://bit.ly/drclarkthyroid. You'll be seeing a lot of videos from me in the coming weeks about LONG COVID aka Post Acute COVID Sequelae aka Post COVID Aut...

08/01/2023

[new video] "Best Tests to Diagnose Hashimoto's Thyroiditis (Low Thyroid)" -- > If you *already* know you have Hashimoto's, but STILL have symptoms-- even though you take medication--and even your lab numbers look normal... then you must find a doctor who understands what is explained in this video. It's absolutely critical for you feeling better long term.

• Fatigue
• Joint and muscle pain
• Hair loss
• Dry Skin
• Constipation
• Depression and Anxiety
• Brain Fog
• Weight Gain
• Infertility

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:16 - Hashimoto's explained simply
00:45 - Takes years to get diagnosed correctly
00:54 - Hashimoto's Low Thyroid Symptoms
01:24 - The correct and best tests to diagnose Hashimoto's
01:55 - The spectrum of Hashimoto's
03:13 - Critical tests if you ALREADY have Hashimoto's
03:46 - Are TSH and T4 lab tests actually important?
03:55 - Why do so many Hashimoto's patients still feel bad?
04:23 - Does how you feel really matter?
05:04 - What causes problems with your body using thyroid hormones?
05:23 - Tests to track down sources of inflammation
05:46 - Your flavor of Hashimoto's is unique to YOU
06:22 - The 4 Priorities for Hashimoto's patients
07:59 - The best tests must make sense in YOUR case
08:12 - Doing unnecessary tests leads to this TRAP
08:57 - Don't DIY self-treatment/what to look for in a doctor

https://youtu.be/uuFeWi1fVyU
https://trianglethyroiddoctor.com

http://bit.ly/drclarkthyroid Hashimoto's is the MOST COMMON cause of hypothyroidism (low thyroid) but it takes YEARS to finally get diagnosed correctly and ...

07/29/2023

[new video] "Cerebellum Malfunction Causes Vertigo, Dizziness, Balance Problems" --> The Cerebellum is located in the back of the brain and is EXTREMELY important for normal balance and stability. In this video I explain in simple terms how cerebellum malfunction causes vertigo, dizziness & balance problems--and what to do about it.

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:17 - What the Cerebellum is and what it does
00:56 - Cerebellum malfunction & Ataxia
01:06 - Cerebellum processes all brain areas
01:29 - Balance problem is clear sign of Cerebellum malfunction
01:37 - Cerebellum is an ERROR CHECKER
02:14 - The Balance/Stability Pyramid - IMPORTANT
03:49 - Cerebellum is top of they pyramid
04:06 - Compensation, Calibration & Cerebellum
04:47 - Cerebellum allows compensation
05:14 - What causes Cerebellum malfunction?
05:19 - Circuit Problems & Metabolic Problems
05:34 - Neuroinflammation is SUPER important
06:13 - Circuit Problems need rehabilitation
06:46 - Cerebellum malfunction affects vision, vestibular, neck
07:25 - Metabolic factors first or you might be wasting time
07:39 - Find a doctor that understands circuit & metabolic problems

https://youtu.be/6btPkatTwl0
https://doctordavidclark.com/vertigo-dizziness-balance-problems

https://doctordavidclark.com/vertigo-dizziness-balance-problems. The Cerebellum is located in the back of the brain and is EXTREMELY important for normal b...

07/27/2023

[new video] "Worst Hashimoto's Mistakes - Taking Immune Boosting Supplements" -- > If you have Hashimoto's, taking the wrong supplement can make your autoimmune problem WORSE. What's good for one person may be a terrible idea for YOUR Hashimoto's and YOUR Immune System.

In this video I explain exactly why taking Immune Boosting supplements is a BAD idea for Hashimoto's---unless you know your Immune System Fingerprint (Immunophenotype)

• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Dry Skin
• Constipation
• Depression and Anxiety
• Brain Fog
• Weight Gain
• Joint and Muscle Pain
• Sleep Problems

00:00 - Intro
00:18 - Immune boosting is a bad idea for Hashimoto's because of autoimmunity
01:10 - Normal Immune Sytem vs. Hashimoto's Immune System
01:52 - Supplements can and will SKEW your immune system
01:56 - How T helper 1 boosters affect your immune system
02:43 - How T helper 2 booster affect your immune system
02:58 - What about Low Dose Naltrexone?
03:14 - YOUR unique Immune System Fingerprint is CRITICAL
03:44 - Old vs. Modern method of analyzing your immune system
04:58 - Review of this worst mistake
05:10 - The BIG problem with self-treatment books, videos & courses

https://youtu.be/2FtCQnjigPc
https://trianglethyroiddoctor.com

http://bit.ly/drclarkthyroid If you have Hashimoto's, taking the wrong supplement can make your autoimmune problem WORSE. What's good for one person may be...

07/25/2023

[new video] BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) is the MOST COMMON cause of vertigo. In this video I quickly explain in EASY-TO-UNDERSTAND language what you need to know about BPPV:

• What is BPPV?
• Symptoms of BPPV
• Tests for BPPV
• Treatment for BPPV
• What to do if you suffer repeated BPPV

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:18 - Easy to understand definition of BPPV
02:50 - Which head positions trigger BPPV
03:21 - Who gets BPPV?
00:30 - Symptoms of BPPV
03:59 - Symptoms BETWEEN episodes of BPPV
04:24 - Tests for BPPV
05:16 - Causes of BPPV
05:25 - Whiplash, concussion, high impact exercise and BPPV
06:00 - Inflammation and BPPV
06:55 - Treatment for BPPV
07:17 - 50% of patients get BPPV again
07:22 - Why does BPPV reoccur?
07:35 - BPPV keeps coming back? THIS is for you
07:45 - Post-Epley's Rehab?
08:23 - Immune System problems causing recurring BPPV
08:50 - Vitamin D deficiency and BPPV
09:10 - Quick Summary of BPPV and what do about it

https://youtu.be/6Jnas4Co2ss
https://doctordavidclark.com/vertigo-dizziness-balance-problems/

http://bit.ly/drdavidclark BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo) is the MOST COMMON cause of vertigo. Dr. Clark quickly explains in EASY-TO-UNDERSTAN...