CNS Brain Center

Big news! RevIVeDoc, Lakeshore Hyperbaric, and Chicago Neurological Services are now: CNS Brain Center

A new name that reflects our expanded mission and integrated care model as The Brain Center.

While our trusted neurological expertise remains the foundation, CNS now offers a full spectrum of services including IV vitamin therapy, IV medical therapy for MS and Alzheimer’s, medical Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, a dedicated headache/migraine program, mental health, brain longevity programs and Physical Therapy. All with a specialized focus on brain health and wellness.

Our approach is designed to support cognitive performance, neurological recovery, and long-term brain vitality through personalized, multidisciplinary care. We are more than Neurology. We are faster than hospitals.

As the only comprehensive brain center of its kind, CNS provides patients with accessible and seamless access to innovative therapies through expert-led treatment plans, all in one place.

Welcome to CNS Brain Center - where science powers brain health and longevity.

Same expert team. Expanded services. One mission: your brain, at its best.

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New Treatment Available for Neuropathy

NEW in our office - for our patients who are currently living with Neuropathy, Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can be helpful. TMS, a new addition to Chicago Neurological Services, is a non-invasive in-office procedure that involves using magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. While TMS is not typically used as a direct treatment for neuropathy itself, it can be beneficial for certain neuropathy-related symptoms or comorbid conditions:

Pain Management: Neuropathy often leads to chronic pain, which can be challenging to manage with traditional treatments. TMS has shown promise in managing various types of chronic pain, including neuropathic pain. By targeting specific areas of the brain involved in pain processing, TMS can help alleviate pain symptoms in some individuals with neuropathy.

Depression and Anxiety: Neuropathy can significantly impact a person's quality of life and mental well-being, leading to depression and anxiety in some cases. TMS has been FDA-approved for the treatment of depression that does not respond to other therapies. By stimulating areas of the brain associated with mood regulation, TMS can help improve symptoms of depression and anxiety in individuals with neuropathy.

Nerve Regeneration: While TMS itself does not directly promote nerve regeneration, some research suggests that it may have neuroprotective effects and enhance neuroplasticity. By stimulating neural activity in specific brain regions, TMS may indirectly support nerve regeneration processes in individuals with neuropathy, potentially leading to improved nerve function over time.

Modulation of Central Sensitization: Neuropathy can lead to central sensitization, a process where the central nervous system becomes hypersensitive to pain signals. TMS can help modulate abnormal neural activity associated with central sensitization, thereby reducing pain perception and improving pain tolerance in individuals with neuropathy.

Combined Therapy Approach: At Chicago Neurological Services, TMS is often used as part of a comprehensive treatment approach for neuropathy, alongside other interventions such as medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications - as recommended by Dr Cohen and the medical team. By incorporating TMS into a multidisciplinary treatment plan, various aspects of neuropathy can be addressed, including pain, mood disturbances, and functional impairment.

It's important to note that while TMS can be beneficial for some individuals with neuropathy, its effectiveness may vary depending on the underlying cause and severity of neuropathic symptoms.