In a world flooded with health advice and countless medical options, embarking on the path to wellness can feel overwhelming. Enter Sharlin Health and Neurology, a revolutionary practice [...]

Are you looking for a new way to feel seen and supported on your health and wellness journey? At Sharlin Health & Neurology, we understand what it takes to make sure you’re able to live [...]

Do you ever feel like the pressures of managing your emotions, relationships, and career have taken a toll on your wellbeing? You’re not alone. If it feels like stress is constantly swirling [...]

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and often unpredictable disease that affects the central nervous system. Its symptoms vary widely from person to person, making it difficult to diagnose. For [...]

ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DOCTOR’S KNIFE? YOUR PARKINSON’S SKIN PUNCH BIOPSY DOESN’T HAVE TO HURT When asking yourself the question What is a skin biopsy?, our Springfield, MO clinic wants you to [...]

Navigating the diagnosis of a potential or confirmed Parkinson’s disease case can leave the mind reeling and the heart overwhelmed. Questions abound, and it is difficult to determine which path [...]

Do you feel like your brain might be slowing down? Hoping to preserve memory capabilities or maintain a healthy brain well into old age? Well, you’re in the right place! Here we’ll discuss how [...]

Do you ever feel like, despite your best efforts to eat well, you still miss out on some essential nutrients? Maybe you don’t have time for meal planning, rationing, or anything else that seems [...]

Have you ever been in a situation where it feels like no matter what you do, some aspect of your health or neurology cannot be improved? Or maybe, even worse, every solution seems to be too hard [...]

Do you sometimes feel like life is passing you by? Are the countless to-do lists overwhelming, and do days seem to blend into one another without much notice? If so, it’s time for a shift [...]

As a society, we are finally beginning to understand the importance of taking care of our bodies. We are more aware of the things we put into our bodies and how they affect our overall health. [...]

Are you looking to explore the next big breakthrough in stem cell therapy? Look no further than NurOwn™, an advanced technology that has already shown potential for providing relief to those [...]

Are you ready to unleash the power of regenerative medicine? Sharlin Health and Neurology is offering a revolutionary approach to promoting health and wellness beyond traditional treatments. Our [...]

Are you ready to start your journey toward better neurology and overall wellness? Restore is one of the five foundation pillars in many successful recovery programs at Sharlin Health and [...]

Are you tired of traditional approaches to neurology that don’t offer a truly patient-centric experience? Are you looking for an integrated, holistic approach to better health and [...]

Are you experiencing shooting pains or tingling in your hands, wrists, legs, or feet? Feeling excessively fatigued? Or do you have a strange prickling sensation in your arms and legs that won’t [...]

A lumbar puncture, also known as a spinal tap, is a diagnostic procedure that can test for a number of neurological conditions. From multiple sclerosis to meningitis, there are certain health [...]

Did you know that the health of your neurology is intimately connected to the overall health of your body? It’s true! That’s why at Sharlin Health and Neurology, we work hard to [...]

At Sharlin Health and Neurology, we take a different approach to general wellbeing and neurology. Our five pillars are the foundation of our practice, and they guide us in everything we do. What [...]

At Sharlin Health and Neurology, we believe that everyone has the potential for a healthy and happy life. We also believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to health. That’s why [...]

If you’re like most people, you’ve probably tried a variety of different remedies and treatments to address your neurological or health issues with mixed results. Maybe it’s [...]

You can feel it coming. The throbbing pain in your head, the sudden wave of nausea, and extreme sensitivity to light and noise all point in one direction: migraine. If this is a common [...]

Our experts here at Sharlin Health near Springfield understand that DNA Methylation and neurodegenerative disease go hand in hand. Methylation is one of the many vitamin-requiring biochemical [...]

We may be unique, but there’s one thing we all have in common: our bodies need vitamins and minerals to keep us fit, healthy, and thriving. Our bodies are exceptional – they produce many of the [...]

As a neurologist, I conduct what’s called a neurological exam with my patients. This assessment has several components, each evaluating a different facet of our neurological health. First, I look [...]

Fitness means different things to different people, but its positive effect on our biological systems is undeniable. Here at Sharlin Health and Neurology, we believe that fitness is both mental [...]

Supplements make getting the nutrients your mind and body need to thrive easy and convenient, but not all supplements yield the same results. My Radical Protection Group of expert-engineered [...]

Taking supplements is an excellent way to sneak vital nutrients into your routine. Paired with a balanced diet, you can rest easy knowing your body has the essential heart, brain, and immune [...]

Maybe you’re experiencing joint pain or having difficulty remembering things, so you do what most people would do – visit your doctor. Your doctor asks you some questions and performs some exams. [...]

When health challenges stand in the way of the life you want, are you prepared to face that hurdle on your own? When your brain or body is not working the way it should, are you able to get [...]

Human health is not universal, linear, or consistent. It’s individualized and in a constant state of flux. For those trying to improve their wellbeing, it’s crucial to recognize that variation [...]

Research into the brain-gut connection is revolutionizing how medical professionals understand the relationship between mood, food, and cognitive function. At the center of this new space is the [...]

Alzheimer’s has no cure. That’s what many of the 6.2 million Americans living with the disease have come to accept, but it’s only one side of the story. Alzheimer’s Disease has a [...]

When trying to answer the question “ how to treat Alzheimer’s,” our Springfield clinic wants you to understand that medical technology evolves rapidly, but many healthcare professionals [...]

You can’t treat it if you don’t know the cause. Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction are two really powerful diagnostic tests I use in the first pillar of my unique Five-Pillar [...]

“This patient needs an EMG.” It’s something I say to my nurses all the time, but from a patient’s perspective, it might be a little confusing. Let’s take a closer look at EMG testing, [...]

So, you’ve scheduled a cerebrospinal fluid examination. You’re a little concerned about the procedure itself (don’t be – it’s a very routine process that’s only slightly more involved than your [...]

I’ve been practicing as a neurologist and medical doctor since the early 1990s, and I’ve done thousands of spinal fluid examinations. I know the procedure sounds painful and high-risk, but trust [...]

Does the healthcare delivery system work? It is a huge, multi-faceted question, one that demands nuance and objectivity, professional and personal experience. In this article, I will break down [...]

Understanding and treating traumatic brain injuries ‘Traumatic brain injury’ are three words most of us don’t want to hear – not about ourselves or our loved ones. But life – and [...]

A functional medicine approach to inflammation and Alzheimer’s disease   When a degenerative disease changes our or a loved one’s life, we all wish for a quick and painless solution, a [...]

New Trial Shows Potential Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Breakthrough Image : https://unsplash.com/photos/WCEOtVmk2VY Just under one million people in the United States live with Multiple Sclerosis [...]

Looking for a Magic Bullet Alzheimer’s Treatment As a society, we’re always looking for that magic bullet. This rings particularly true when it comes to health. We want a miracle cure for [...]

The future of fibromyalgia treatment is here today Consider that fibromyalgia is one of the most prevalent chronic musculoskeletal conditions, and yet it is commonly misunderstood and [...]

Functional medicine and the future of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Image: https://pixabay.com/photos/park-mother-girl-mama-child-3089907/ Reports suggest that between 12,000 and 15,000 [...]

The United States is home to an estimated one million people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), with approximately 60,000 Americans diagnosed each year. PD impacts people’s everyday lives and [...]

Utanapishtim spoke to Gilgamesh, saying:  “Gilgamesh, you came here exhausted and worn out. What can I give you so you can return to your land? I will disclose to you a thing that is [...]

Samantha, a local bank manager, came to see me recently for her migraines. At the time of our first visit, she told me she was having as many as 8 migraine attacks a month. For her, an attack [...]

This is a common scenario in my office: “Do you believe in fibromyalgia? My doctor doesn’t. My doctor says it does not exist.” For the record, I do believe in fibromyalgia, and it does exist. [...]

When I decided to write The Healthy Brain Toolbox: Neurologist-Proven Strategies to Prevent Memory Loss and Protect Your Aging Brain, it was because I thought it was high time to set the record [...]

I’m Dr. Ken Sharlin, a practicing functional medicine board-certified neurologist. When my nurse says the next patient waiting to see me is a 34-year-old woman with numbness and tingling whose [...]