At Northoak Chiropractic, we offer an integrative approach to the treatment of concussions and post-concussion syndrome. Our team combines neurologic, metabolic, nutritional, and biomechanical tools and techniques to help you get your life back after suffering a traumatic brain injury. Dr. Jay Burness' practice focuses on the treatment of concussions and post-concussion syndrome (PCS).
He is one of only a few doctors in Canada to hold an American Chiropractic Neurology Board (ACNB) certification. In 2015, he also became one of 50 doctors worldwide to earn a fellowship certification in post-concussion syndrome management, granted by the American Board of Brain Injury and Rehabilitation.
He is one of only a few doctors in Canada to hold an American Chiropractic Neurology Board (ACNB) certification. In 2015, he also became one of 50 doctors worldwide to earn a fellowship certification in post-concussion syndrome management, granted by the American Board of Brain Injury and Rehabilitation.
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At Northoak Chiropractic, our aim is to eliminate any unnecessary stress or tension and to make your first visit with us as comfortable as possible. We understand that it can be difficult for some of our patients to complete paperwork, due to their ongoing symptoms, which is why we've made these documents available online to complete in the comfort of your own home.
It is estimated that there are approximately 500,000 to 2 million concussions that occur per year in North America. Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects the functioning of the peripheral nervous system. In other words, the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord.
Dizziness is a non-specific term that is used to describe sensations varying from light-headedness and disequilibrium to illusory sensations of movement known as vertigo.If you are struggling with soft tissue injuries, the Graston Technique can offer an effective treatment to deal with scar tissue in muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
Dizziness is a non-specific term that is used to describe sensations varying from light-headedness and disequilibrium to illusory sensations of movement known as vertigo.If you are struggling with soft tissue injuries, the Graston Technique can offer an effective treatment to deal with scar tissue in muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
Are you experiencing concussion symptoms more than a month after your initial injury? While the majority of concussion symptoms will resolve in the first few weeks to a month, about 15% of cases will persist beyond this time and continue to cause major issues for people. If you still have concussion symptoms after a month, then you may be experiencing a condition known as Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS).
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that affects the functioning of the peripheral nervous system. In other words, the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord. Peripheral neuropathy will most commonly affect nerves in the hands and feet. Patients experiencing peripheral neuropathy will feel things that aren't there, or will not feel things that are there - as a result of their nerves firing too much or too little.
Reviews (10)
Omar Khafagy
Oct 24, 2021
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I came to Dr.Jay after dealing with concussion symptoms for about 3 months. My main concern was brain fogginess, fatigue, blurred vision and lack of focus or concentration. I couldn't be in public or in busy environments due to my symptoms. Before coming across his website, I was tossed around between Neurologists, "Concussion Clinics" and my family doctor. Non was able to provide me with any real diagnosis, support or rehabilitation program. Dr. Jay's approach to treating my post concussion syndrome has helped me get rid of almost all my symptoms. His knowledge, patience, empathy, professionalism
Lindsay Branton
Aug 13, 2019
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Dr Jay and his team have been able to resolve symptoms of post-concussion syndrome that I've been dealing with for 5+ years. In addition to memory loss, delayed processing time, light and sound sensitivity, insomnia and daily headaches and neck pain, I developed coordination issues in my right leg and a tremor in the right side of my body, along with vision problems. I also developed a variety of intestinal issues, and was diagnosed with SIBO, then a fructose intolerance, and finally leaky gut. After being bounced around neurologists who were reluctant to blame my symptoms on PCS (and one of them
Nina Sethi
Dec 31, 2018
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Dr. Jay is very methodical in his approach and focuses on addressing the root cause of a condition vs. treating the symptoms. After I was diagnosed with an auto-immune condition in 2015, Dr. Jay helped me heal by simply changing my diet and I was back at work in 6 months. Highly recommend Dr. Jay as your first stop when searching for a natural solution for any auto-immune condition.
Patricia Kopec
Nov 29, 2018
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X. Miller
Nov 15, 2018
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This looked really promising and made me hopeful. I tried my best to bus in from downtown Toronto. I did miss 2 consecutive appointments though and was promptly e-mailed by the receptionist saying I will not be "accepted as a patient." This policy was not made evident to me prior to the fact and I've never heard of such a thing, especially for a paid service. Shame on you, Northoak, treating vulnerable disabled folks like this. Very disappointed.
Kim Smith
Oct 15, 2018
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High School daughter (athlete) with PCS. Speech and memory loss. Debilitating headaches. Personality changes. The functional neurology program at Northoak Chiropractic is second to none. Dr. Jay is leading the way with this program. It has the capacity to help so many who are suffering. Was referred by an ex NHL athlete who is very outspoken about this type of treatment and it's benefits. We are almost done the program and my daughter has her life back. Speech and memory return, no headaches, back to playing the sport she loves. Considering post secondary academics and athletics for next year.
Alicia Gilmour
Jul 30, 2018
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After half a year of suffering with dibilitating side effects from post concussion syndrome, I had no other choice but to fly across the country to stay with my parents. I found Jay's videos on the internet and he was the first practitioner who was able to relay the type of symptoms I was struggling with. Anxiety, clinical insomnia, pressure in my head, balance issues, numbness, eye strain. After one month of seeing Jay I could notice improvement and started to believe I could heal from this and by the third month I felt like myself again. I saw a dozen specialist before I saw Jay and no one offered
Salima Valji
Jan 02, 2018
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When I found Dr. Burness I was experiencing insomnia, daily headaches, memory fog, blurry vision, anxiety, depression. I been experiencing all these symptoms for close to a year with little help from other doctors and health care providers. His knowledge of Neurology is incredible. He cares deeply about his patients which makes all the difference. His protocol for post concussion syndrome works. It's worth the investment if you follow the protocol. The first two weeks of treatment comprised of 6 treatments, and that's all it took to start feeling a difference. I learned a lot about the power of
Fred Scheuer
Oct 11, 2017
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Janice Rowe
Jun 05, 2017
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I cannot say enough about working with Dr Jay Burness and his team. I arrived with several issues that came about as a result of my concussion: headaches, balance issues, spatial awareness, eye problems, anxiety and memory. Dr Burness ran through a battery of tests with his assortment of tools to assess where I was at. He developed a plan which included exercises in the office, homework, special diet and modified as required. I enjoyed working with Wendy who ran through my exercises with me. I am extremely pleased with the results. I arrived at the office seven months post concussion. Quickly I
