
Dr. Michael D. Vennell, DC
Chiropractor | Neurology
3501 SONCY ST. STE # 1 AMARILLO TX, 79119About
Dr. Michael Vennell is a Chiropractor Neurologist practicing in Amarillo, TX. Dr. Vennell specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include concussions, TBI, childhood neuro developmental disorders, neurological issues, sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Vennell uses some of the latest technology and skills to treat the paitients.
Education and Training
Parker University DC 2011
Board Certification
American Chiropractic Neurology Board
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Dr. Michael D. Vennell, DC's Expert Contributions
Lab Markers for Concussion
Biomarkers are important for accurate diagnosis of complex disorders such as traumatic brain injury (TBI). For a complex and multifaceted condition such as TBI, it is likely that a single biomarker will not reflect the full spectrum of the response of brain tissue to injury. Ubiquitin C-terminal...
Traumatic Brain Injury
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), or concussion, is a major public health concern. There is controversy in the literature regarding the true incidence of post-concussion syndrome (PCS), with the presence of physical, cognitive, emotional, and sleep symptoms after a mTBI. In the current study, we...
Concussions and TBI
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including concussions, are at the forefront of public concern about athletic injuries sustained by children. Caused by an impact to the head or body, a traumatic brain injury can lead to emotional, physiologic, and cognitive sequelae in children. Physiologic factors...
All About the Cerebellum
The cerebellum’s role is greater than we knewThe cerebellum is located at the base of the skull where the spinal cord meets the brain. For years, scientists have believed its only roles were in helping to coordinate and regulate voluntary movement, such as walking or writing. However, we've...
What Is Second Impact Syndrome?
Second Impact Syndrome occurs when a person suffers a second concussion before the symptoms of the first one have subsided. Specifically, in this condition the brain swells rapidly and catastrophically. Sometimes, even fatally. The brain gives a 72 hour window for healing to start. After the 72...
Concussions (TBI)
What is a concussion or traumatic brain injury? Usually caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body that disrupts the normal function of the brain. The severity of a TBI may range from mild (brief change in mental status or consciousness) to severe (an extended period of unconsciousness or...
Is chiropractic treatment effective for son's back pain?
Yes READ MORE
Is a chiropractic adjustment a good option for chronic headaches?
Yes READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help with knee arthritis?
Yes READ MORE
Can a chiropractor treat hip bursitis?
Yes READ MORE
Is a chiropractor good for scoliosis?
Yes very good READ MORE
What happens when you don't drink water after adjustment?
You could get sore READ MORE
Why do adults get scoliosis?
Neurological or anatomy issues READ MORE
There's still pain after cortisone. What should I do?
Get further treatment READ MORE
How long does chiropractic treatment take to work for kids?
It should be quick and fast READ MORE
When should I stop chiropractic treatment?
When your doctor tells you. READ MORE
Would going to a chiropractor help with headaches?
Yes. READ MORE
Is Discitis curable?
It's very addressable. READ MORE
Could the pain in my back be caused by kyphosis?
Could, yes. READ MORE
X-rays again?
Yes. READ MORE
Can chiropractic care help my baby's fussiness?
Yes READ MORE
Could my lower back pain and hip pain be caused by my sciatic nerve?
It is the other way around READ MORE
Persistent crick in neck, what do I do?
Get an exam READ MORE
I have sudden severe hip pain. What should I do?
Get an exam READ MORE
How can chiropractors help my son's ADHD?
It would stimulate the brain READ MORE
Can I exercise after a back adjustment?
Yes READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- IAFNR
- TCA adn ACA
Internships
- Parker Outpatient Clinic & VA
Fellowships
- IFMA & Chiropractic Institute
Professional Society Memberships
- American Chiropractic Association, Texas Chiropractic Association
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- Treatment Options for Back Pain
Back pain is a very common condition, especially among the elderly group. It can vary from a dull constant back pain to a very sharp pain, which may disrupt your daily routine. Back pain can be either acute or chronic. This classification of back pain is essential especially when it comes to...
- What Type of Disorder Is Arthritis?
Arthritis is a chronic disorder that affects the musculoskeletal system. A person diagnosed with arthritis can have very uncomfortable pain in one or more than one joint in their body. Sometimes, arthritis may cause disability. Arthritis can also be caused by bacterial or viral infections,...
- Can Arthritis Cause Back Pain?
Yes. Arthritis is one of the major causes of back pain and can cause long-term effects in an individual. Back pain is a common problem which affects 4 out of 5 of us at some point. Back pain is a type of pain experienced mostly through the spine. Back pain can last for a short time, but there are...
- Lower Back Pain: What is it?
Lower back pain is a very common presentation among the elderly population. The lower back is the connection between the upper body and the lower body and it bears most of the body’s weight.Lower back pain can be caused due to various causes affecting the spinal muscles, nerves, bones, the...
- Arthritis May Lead to Obesity
According to a new study, many adults who have arthritis have a one commonality; they are obese. If an individual has arthritis, he or she has a 54% higher risk of obesity, as reported by Jennifer Hootman, PhD, an epidemiologist with the CDC and co-author of the study published in CDC’s Morbidity...
- 10 Preventable Causes of Shin Splints
Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is the pain you feel along the inner aspect of your shin bone. It is a result of repeated stress on your shin. Several factors may cause shin splints and most of them are preventable. If you are aware of the preventable causes of shin...
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