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Learn the Nodulus Technique at the Functional Neurology Center with Dr. Schmoe
Are you a healthcare professional looking to elevate your expertise in functional neurology? The Functional Neurology Center (FNC) offers an exclusive opportunity for doctors to train in the Nodulus Technique, a cutting-edge approach to neurological rehabilitation and performance enhancement.
Train with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe DC DACNB
Under the mentorship of Dr. Jeremy Schmoe DC DACNB, a leader in functional neurology and neuro-rehabilitation, you’ll gain hands-on experience in assessing and treating complex neurological cases. This immersive training will teach you how to integrate the Nodulus Technique into your practice, helping patients with conditions such as:
• Concussion & Post-Concussion Syndrome
• Vestibular & Balance Disorders
• Autonomic Dysregulation
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
• Cognitive & Behavioral Dysfunctions
• Athletic Performance Enhancement
What to Expect During Your Training
As a visiting doctor at The FNC, you will:
Observe & Participate in Live Patient Cases – Work alongside Dr. Schmoe and his team in a real-world clinical setting.
Master the Nodulus Technique – Learn how to apply this innovative method to improve neurological function and recovery.
Integrate Advanced Tools & Technologies – Utilize state-of-the-art neuro-rehabilitation tools, including virtual reality, proprioceptive feedback systems, and dynamic postural challenges.
Who Should Apply?
This program is designed for functional neurologists, chiropractors, physical therapists, medical doctors, and other healthcare professionals seeking to expand their knowledge in cutting-edge neurological rehabilitation techniques.
How to Get Started
If you’re interested in training at The Functional Neurology Center, apply today to secure your spot. Our program is tailored to ensure you receive personalized instruction and mentorship, allowing you to implement the Nodulus Technique effectively in your own practice.
Please email drschmoe@theFNC.com to connect!
Nodulus Technique: Low-Tech Assessments & Passive Movements for Neurological Rehabilitation
At Nodulus we understand that not every clinical setting has access to high-tech motion platforms like the Vestibular Motion 6 Pro. However, the Nodulus Technique can still be effectively implemented using low-tech assessments and passive movement strategies to restore neurological function, vestibular integration, and proprioceptive control.
By utilizing manual techniques, targeted assessments, and controlled passive movements, we can achieve precise neuromodulation and functional improvements without the need for advanced motion platforms.
Low-Tech Assessment Strategies in the Nodulus Technique
A structured assessment process is key to identifying neurological dysfunctions and guiding an individualized rehabilitation approach. Using simple but highly effective bedside tools and manual assessments, we can evaluate:
1. Cervical Joint Position Error (JPE) Testing
• Using a laser pointer on a headband or manual repositioning tasks, we assess proprioceptive awareness and cervical sensorimotor control.
• This helps identify misalignments in neck-vestibular integration and guides corrective interventions.
2. Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex (VOR) & Gaze Stability Testing
• Utilizing simple head impulse tests, smooth pursuit, and saccadic eye movement tracking, we evaluate oculomotor control and vestibular function.
• Deficits in eye-head coordination can indicate underlying neurological dysfunctions.
3. Balance & Postural Stability Assessments
• Using single-leg stance tests, Romberg variations, and dynamic postural challenges, we assess vestibulo-spinal function and somatosensory integration.
• Low-tech foam pads, wobble boards, and closed-eye stance tests can mimic vestibular motion challenges without advanced equipment.
4. Autonomic Nervous System Screening
• Evaluating heart rate variability (HRV), pupil response, and postural orthostatic responses provides insights into dysautonomia and neurological tone imbalances.
• Simple breathing techniques and passive positional changes can help reset autonomic function.
Passive Movement-Based Rehabilitation Using the Nodulus Technique
Once assessments identify neurological dysfunctions, the Nodulus Technique applies gentle passive movements and proprioceptive re-education to restore function.
1. Cervical & Head Positioning Therapy
Slow, Passive Head Rotations & Tilts – Helps reset cervico-vestibular pathways.
Occipital-Cervical Decompression – Relieves tension and improves neural flow.
Head Righting Reflex Training – Passive head positioning exercises to enhance vestibulo-spinal coordination.
2. Oculomotor & Gaze Stability Drills
Smooth Pursuit & Saccades Training – Using a penlight or simple target to engage brainstem and cerebellar circuits.
Passive VOR Training – Gentle head movements while maintaining visual fixation.
Convergence/Divergence Drills – Simple finger tracking techniques to strengthen eye teaming.
3. Proprioceptive Re-Education & Somatosensory Stimulation
Light Touch & Joint Compression – Enhancing body awareness and neural feedback.
Passive Weight Shifting & Postural Repositioning – Engages vestibulo-spinal pathways
to improve balance and spatial control.
Manual Rhythmic Movements – Slow, repetitive input to reset cerebellar and cortical pathways.
4. Functional Integration & Autonomic Regulation
Diaphragmatic Breathing & HRV Modulation – Helps downregulate sympathetic activity and enhance vagal tone.
Visual-Vestibular Coordination Drills – Combining head movements with gaze stabilization to train real-world motion integration.
Cervical-Neural Glides & Passive Limb Mobilizations – Encourages neural plasticity and resets movement patterns.
The Power of Nodulus: Low-Tech, High-Impact Rehabilitation
The Nodulus Technique is a scalable, adaptable approach that allows clinicians to implement neurological rehabilitation even in settings without advanced equipment.
By combining manual techniques, targeted passive movements, and bedside assessments, we can:
Improve cervical-vestibular integration
Restore balance & proprioception
Enhance autonomic function & resilience
Reduce dizziness, motion sensitivity, and postural instability
Whether in a high-tech neuro-rehab center or a manual therapy setting, the Nodulus Technique provides a powerful framework for neurological recovery and performance enhancement.