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Assessing and Treating Neurodevelopmental Disorders with Dr. Conner Bor

Release Date: 03/19/2026

Virtual Reality Neurofeedback with Cameron Allen of Neuro Progeny

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster speaks with Cameron Allen of Neuro Progeny about using heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback and virtual reality to retrain the nervous system. After witnessing his brother’s long-term struggle with depression and traumatic brain injury, Cameron became committed to finding more effective neuro-based solutions beyond traditional fragmented care models. Topics covered include: • HRV as a biomarker for autonomic balance • Why behavior is adaptive • Real-time VR biofeedback training • Neuroplasticity and...

Hypnosis For Your Health with Peter McLaughlin of BlueSky Hypnosis

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

EPISODE 119 | On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with Peter McLaughlin from BlueSky Hypnosis to explore the misunderstood nature and therapeutic power of hypnosis. Topics include: • Hypnosis as a natural state of focused concentration • The subconscious mind as the true behavioral powerhouse • Why past trauma still activates fight-or-flight • Hypnotherapy for weight loss and stress regulation • Regression therapy and identifying root causes • Mental programming for elite performance • The mind-body connection in chronic illness •...

Healing From Lyme, Mold, and Chronic Illness with Allie Chandler

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

EPISODE 118 | Dr. David Traster Sits Down with Allie Chandler: Chronic Illness, Lyme Disease, Mold Toxicity & POTS Recovery In this episode, Dr. David Traster interviews Allie Chandler about her journey through severe Lyme disease, mold toxicity, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). After years of neurological, cardiac, and digestive dysfunction — including nearly two years bedbound — healing began through a root-cause functional medicine approach. Topics include: • Biological drivers of inflammation • Drainage pathway optimization • Parasite protocols •...

Assessing and Treating Neurodevelopmental Disorders with Dr. Conner Bor

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

EPISODE 117 | On this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster sits down with Dr. Conner Bor of NeuroActive Spine and Rehab Center to explore neurodevelopmental disorders, Autism, ADHD, pediatric functional neurology and a proactive model for addressing developmental delays. Many children present with vestibular dysfunction, retained primitive reflexes (such as ATNR), speech delays, and impaired motor planning. Rather than adopting a “wait and see” approach, this model emphasizes early intervention through activation, nourishment, protection, and neurological...

Creatine For Your Brain with Mark Faulkner of CON-CRĒT Creatine HCl

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

In this episode, Dr. David Traster of The Neurologic Wellness Institute sits down with Mark Faulkner of CON-CRĒT Creatine to explore the expanding science of creatine — far beyond strength training. With a background in physics, biochemistry, forensic toxicology, and athletic drug testing, Faulkner shares how creatine hydrochloride (CrHCL) was discovered and how it differs from traditional creatine monohydrate in absorption, dosing, and neurological applications. We discuss: Creatine as the rate-limiting molecule for ATP production Brain energy metabolism and cognitive...

How To Exercise Your Brain In The Gym with Aaron Delgrolice of Hybrid Fitness Training

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

EPISODE 115 Can you train your brain in the gym? In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. David Traster speaks with Aaron Delgrolice, founder of Hybrid Fitness Training, about integrating neuroscience into movement and fitness. Aaron explains his top-down nervous system approach, emphasizing that neurological systems fire before muscular tissue. By assessing and retesting visual, vestibular, proprioceptive, and cerebellar systems, he creates individualized programs that improve pain, mobility, balance, and performance. The conversation explores: • Brain-based movement training...

Understanding Therapeutic Plasma Exchange with Dr. Peter Miller

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

EPISODE 114 | Understanding Therapeutic Plasma Exchange with Dr. Peter Miller In this episode, we interview Dr. Peter Miller of VIP TPE in Boca Raton, Florida, to explore the science and clinical application of Therapeutic Plasma Exchange (TPE), also known as apheresis. We discuss: • What TPE is and how it works • ASFA guideline categories and clinical evidence • TPE in Guillain-Barré Syndrome, PANS/PANDAS, Myasthenia Gravis • IVIG combination therapy • The AMBAR Alzheimer’s trial results • Safety, risks & outpatient candidacy • Emerging research in aging and inflammatory...

Treating Concussions with Dr. Melissa Biscardi

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

EPISODE 113 | Treating Concussions with Dr. Melissa Biscardi In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, we interview concussion expert Dr. Melissa Biscardi about her multidisciplinary background and her work advancing brain injury rehabilitation. Topics include ocular motor dysfunction after concussion, her PhD research into virtual reality interventions in postconcussion syndrome, development of the Brain Toolkit app, sleep and medication considerations for brain health, and holistic recovery strategies addressing the vestibular system, eyes, and cervical spine. Listen &...

Rewire Your Brain with Dr. Cathleen King of Primal Trust

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

EPISODE 112 | Is chronic illness rooted in the body—or in how the brain and nervous system are communicating? In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. Cathleen King of Primal Trust shares her deeply personal recovery journey and the neuroscience behind nervous system regulation, brain retraining, and identity-level healing. After years of Lyme disease, mold toxicity, autoimmune illness, and nervous system collapse, Dr. King discovered that her symptoms were driven by a protective brain stuck in survival mode. This realization led to the creation of...

Understanding Dizziness with Dr. Helena Esmonde

The Neurologic Wellness Podcast

PODCAST 111 | Dizziness can mean many different things — and understanding the nervous system is key to treating it correctly. In this episode of the Neurologic Wellness Podcast, Dr. Traster is joined by Dr. Helena Esmonde, PT, DPT from Vestibular First, a specialist in vestibular rehabilitation and balance disorders. Together, they explore how the vestibular system works, why dizziness is often misdiagnosed, and how eye movements can help differentiate inner ear conditions from central neurologic issues. Topics discussed include: • The difference between dizziness, vertigo, and...

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Many children present with vestibular dysfunction, retained primitive reflexes (such as ATNR), speech delays, and impaired motor planning. Rather than adopting a “wait and see” approach, this model emphasizes early intervention through activation, nourishment, protection, and neurological challenge.

Discussion Includes:

Co-activation therapy
Photobiomodulation (laser)
PEMF and transcranial direct current stimulation
Sensory-rich vestibular and proprioceptive therapies
Neurocognitive eye movement training
Objective tools including QEEG and fNIRS
Cranial nerve stimulation for speech development
Foundational lifestyle changes

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