Riverside Center for Neurosciences

Our Mission

Riverside Center for Neurosciences specializes in rapid-response diagnosis and treatment of brain, spine and neurological conditions including stroke, brain tumors, back pain, head injuries, memory loss, sleep disorders, back pain, and diseases such as ALS, Parkinson’s, MS and Alzheimer’s. We offer the reassurance of local, non-surgical interventions to treat aneurysms and clots and are recognized world-wide as experts in using Gamma Knife, the only radiation technology available in Hampton Roads designed exclusively for treating the brain.

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On Oct 01

What are the signs and symptoms of traumatic brain injury (TBI)?

The symptoms of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on the extent of the damage to the brain. Some symptoms are evident immediately while others do not surfac...
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On Sep 19

What are natural treatments for hypertension?

With time, treatment and lifestyle changes, your blood pressure (BP) may decrease to a healthier level and improve your chronic hypertension. You may need to have regular follow-up appointments wit...
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On Apr 18

What is Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS)?

Lennox-Gastaut syndrome is a severe form of epilepsy. Seizures usually begin before four years of age. Seizure types, which vary among patients, include tonic (stiffening of the body, upward deviat...
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On Mar 02

What is a hemiplegic migraine?

Women who use acute pain-relief medicine more than two or three times a week or more than 10 days out of the month can set off a cycle called rebound. As each dose of medicine wears off, the pain c...
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On Mar 02

Is a migraine just a bad headache?

Migraines are a medical condition. Most people who suffer from migraines get headaches that can be quite severe. A migraine headache is usually an intense, throbbing pain on one, or sometimes, both...
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Riverside Center for Neurosciences has answered a question
On Feb 26

What effect does menopause have on migraine headaches?

If your migraine headaches are closely linked to your menstrual cycle, menopause may make them less severe. As you get older, the nausea and vomiting may decrease as well. About two-thirds of women...
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On Feb 22

Who is at risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome?

Women are three times more likely than men to develop carpal tunnel syndrome, perhaps because the carpal tunnel itself is smaller in women than in men. The dominant hand is usually affected first a...
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On Feb 22

How is carpal tunnel syndrome diagnosed?

Early diagnosis and treatment are important to avoid permanent damage to the median nerve. A physical examination of the hands, arms, shoulders and neck can help determine if the patient's comp...
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On Feb 22

What are the causes of carpal tunnel syndrome?

There are many potential causes for carpal tunnel syndrome, but in many cases the exact cause is unknown. Anything that puts pressure on the median nerve can cause carpal tunnel syndrome. One thing...
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On Feb 02

How is a migraine treated?

There are two ways to approach the treatment of a migraine headache with drugs: prevent the attacks, or relieve the symptoms during the attacks. Many people use both approaches by taking medication...
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On Feb 02

When should I see a doctor about my headaches?

Sometimes, headache can signal a more serious problem. You should talk to your doctor about your headaches if: You have several headaches per month and each lasts for several hours or days. You...
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Riverside Center for Neurosciences has answered a question
On Mar 27, 2017

What are natural treatments for hypertension?

With time, treatment and lifestyle changes, your blood pressure (BP) may decrease to a healthier level and improve your chronic hypertension. You may need to have regular follow-up appointments wit...
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Riverside Center for Neurosciences has answered a question
On Dec 02, 2014

Is there a cure for occipital neuralgia?

Occipital neuralgia is not a life-threatening condition. Many individuals improve with therapy involving heat, rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and muscle relaxants. Recovery is usually complet...
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On Mar 20, 2014

What are the treatment options for coma?

Once an individual is out of immediate danger, the medical care team focuses on preventing infections and maintaining a healthy physical state. This will often include preventing pneumonia and beds...
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On Mar 20, 2014

What is the long-term prognosis for someone in a coma?

The outcome for coma and persistent vegetative state depends on the cause, severity, and site of neurological damage. Individuals may emerge from coma with a combination of physical, intellectual, ...
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