NeuroAxis Health Evaluations

At NeuroAxis Health, we take an evidence-based approach to understanding complex neurological conditions along with sport and spine injuries. The practice was founded by Dr. Rachman Chung, DC, DACNB, FACFN, QEEG-DL; and is supported by our care team led by Dr. Jessica Tolentino, DC, QEEG-DL, an expert in neurofeedback. Together, we provide thorough, patient-centered evaluations that guide personalized care.

Functional Neurology Evaluation

Duration: 3 hours

The Functional Neurology Evaluation is the first step in your journey. Over three visits, we measure how your brain processes information across sensory, motor, and cognitive systems. This helps us identify where your symptoms originate and build a treatment plan tailored to your needs.

What We Measure

This evaluation examines seven key areas of brain and body function::

  • Brainwaves (qEEG): measures electrical activity in the brain and can identify patterns linked to sleep, mood,cognition and sensory-motor systems.
  • Neuro-Cognition: measures and tracks attention, memory, psychomotor speed, reaction times, executive function and behavioral symptoms.
  • Oculomotor: evaluates eye movement control and brain pathways linked to vision, balance and focus. 
  • Vestibular: assessment of balance and inner-ear reflexes related to posture, motor control and orientation.
  • Somatosensory: examination of musculoskeletal, orthopedic and sensory-motor systems.
  • Autonomic: evaluates how the autonomic nervous system regulates cardiovascular, respiratory, and stress responses in the brain and body.
  • Physiology: lab testing ordered when needed to evaluate metabolic, immune, hormonal and nutritional factors linked to recovery and optimal wellness.

After the Evaluation

You’ll receive a customized plan that may include neuromodulation, neurofeedback, vestibular and neurological rehabilitation, chiropractic care, biofeedback, and lifestyle guidance. Our goal is to support neuroplasticity, your brain’s ability to heal and adapt, so you can achieve long-term improvements in health and function.

Specialized Evaluations

Acute Vertigo Evaluation

For sudden onset dizziness or spinning sensations. This focused evaluation identifies the most common causes of acute vertigo and often allows for same-day treatment.

Includes: health history, focused neurological exam, videonystagmography (VNG), positional testing for BPPV, treatment maneuvers, and home therapy guidance.

Common Conditions: BPPV (Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo), vestibular neuritis, acute vestibular migraine.

Chronic Dizziness Evaluation

For patients with long-term dizziness, balance problems and motion sensitivity. This evaluation examines the visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems to uncover persistent causes of dizziness or unsteadiness. In complex cases, we may recommend a full Functional Neurology Evaluation.

Includes: health history, physical and neurological exam, visual-oculomotor and vestibular testing, computerized posturography, and home therapy guidance.

Common Conditions: vestibular neuritis, vestibular migraine, post-concussive dizziness, Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD), Mal de Debarquement Syndrome, Meniere’s disease, and cerebellar ataxia.

Neuro Plus Evaluation

Designed for those experiencing sleep, mood, cognitive, or -related challenges. This deeper evaluation is ideal for patients who may have already had vestibular or vision testing and want more insight into brain function and personalized neurotherapy program.

Includes: health history, neurological exam, qEEG brain mapping with full analysis, and a review of findings with treatment recommendations.

Common Conditions: anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, cognitive impairment, traumatic brain injury, vestibular migraine, PPPD, insomnia.

Migraine Evaluation

A comprehensive look at chronic or recurring migraines, assessing neurological, physiological, and lifestyle factors that contribute to headaches. This evaluation helps uncover root causes and provides a clear treatment path.

Includes: health history, neurological exam, qEEG brain mapping, review of findings, and customized treatment plan.

Common Conditions: chronic or episodic migraines, vestibular migraines, stress- or anxiety-related migraines, migraines with cognitive or visual symptoms.

Introductory Neurology Evaluation

For patients with new or unexplained neurological symptoms who are seeking answers and next steps. This general assessment helps determine which diagnostic tests or specialists may be needed.

Includes: neurological exam, referrals for imaging or diagnostic testing (as appropriate), and coordination with other physicians if needed.

Common Conditions: headaches, migraines, concussion, numbness or tingling, peripheral neuropathy, weakness, or complex/unexplained neurological symptoms.

Sport & Spine Evaluation

For musculoskeletal injuries, pain, or performance optimization. This evaluation is tailored to athletes and active individuals, as well as patients managing chronic spine conditions.

Includes: musculoskeletal and orthopedic exam, manual therapy, chiropractic adjustments, and performance recommendations.

Common Conditions: neck and back pain, disc herniations, spinal stenosis, radiculopathy, and joint injuries (shoulder, knee, hip, wrist, ankle).

What Our Customers Say About Us?

Our patients share their success stories, highlighting the compassionate care, expert treatment, and lasting results they’ve experienced at NeuroAxis Health in San Francisco.

What a godsend! I had been suffering near constant debilitating migraines from a car accident injury that kept getting worse. I tried steroid shots, radio frequency ablation, you name it, I was desperate to get rid of the awful pain and regain my once active life. Dr. Jesse Tolentino at NeuroAxis is a true miracle worker. Such impressive skill and very compassionate, she has changed my world with her committed care to my healing. I was a bit scared at first because I have a really tricky neck with many complications including osteoporosis. But she assured me with her experience in resolving such issues. Thank god I'm able to function normally again! I can't say enough good things about this wonderful doctor. I highly recommend going here. You will be well taken care of...
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George Robin
4 weeks ago
Best therapist whom I trust!
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Beau A. (Beebs)
3 months ago
I am seeing both Dr. Tolentino and Dr. Chung for sleep issues (I wake up pretty much every hour) and migraines on occasion. My sleep patterns have improved significantly. I am now doing remote-neurofeedback and doing my treatments before bed. Training my brain to sleep through the night. So grateful for these two Docs! Sharing a picture of the BrainBit Neurofeedback Kit I use at home.
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Aaron E.
1 year ago
Before I went to Dr Chung, I was having imbalance issues, unable to move my eyes in certain ways without causing immediate and severe neurological issues, and plagued with insomnia and night terrors. Dr Chung's treatment was literally the ONLY thing that helped improve my symptoms.

He genuinely cares about his patients' wellbeing and is even willing to work with them on financial issues. I can't recommend him enough!
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Georgia Lam
1 year ago
Dr. Chung is the best in the city, along with his entire staff who are all so friendly, caring, and knowledgeable! I had a horrible nerve issue that was ongoing for a year post-ankle fracture surgery, and saw 5+ doctors that couldn’t diagnose or figure out why I was having the issue. At one point it was difficult to even walk or day to day activities without feeling chronic pain. Then I saw Dr. Chung, who helped me beyond addressing the root cause - and provided a holistic and long-term treatment. My treatment included advanced red-light therapy, physical therapy, chiropractor sessions, and recommendations for lifestyle changes. He’s changed my life for the better, now living pain-free and back to a very active life - so couldn’t recommend Dr. Chung and his team more!
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Linda Wright
2 years ago
This is a place where healing happens. My brain and I are in a much better place than when I walked through the doors 5 1/2 months ago. Dr. Chung and Dr. Jessica know how to transform the quality of life for each and every patient. My family and friends are happy to see the new me. I’m grateful that I chose NeuroAxis Health and I hope you do too.
Dr. Chung and the team here are beyond incredible. I feel so lucky to have them helping and supporting me! Dr. Chung is very kind and knowledgeable and is great. Cannot recommend seeing him and going to the practice more!
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Maria C
2 years ago
Amazingly thorough assessments, kind and empathetic staff, and easy to communicate with.
Dr Chung was extremely attentive and caring, and had a lot of tools in his belt. I felt that he was genuinely determined to help me heal my migraines. Really quality care, and a myriad of offerings.
In just a few months, Dr. Chung has made such a difference in my life. When I came to Dr. Chung about my migraines, I was at the end of my rope. I’d tried just about every preventative pharmaceutical on the market and was still having migraines multiple times a week, usually requiring triptans for relief. Within weeks of working with Dr. Chung, I was experiencing significantly fewer migraines and today I am happy to report that I’m two months headache-free. I feel better than I ever thought possible and am working with my primary care physician to taper off preventive pharmaceuticals. I know this would not have been possible without Dr. Chung and his team.

Dr. Chung has a comprehensive, innovative, and compassionate approach to diagnostics and care -- he really tried to get to the bottom of what was causing my migraines, and then designed a customized program of treatment that included neurofeedback, chiropractic adjustments, laser and electrical stimulation, and balance and visual rehab. At each step of the process, he explained the data and science behind the process, which helped engage me in the treatment. He is and his colleague, Dr. Fox, are also incredibly kind, and it is a pleasure to work with them. I am so grateful for their work.
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Ivana Zivkovic
5 years ago
Dr. Chung is the reason I’m a functional human again. I had 2 serious head traumas that left me severely impaired, and he helped me heal and resume cognitive and neural functions. I was a wreck! People don’t believe me when I tell them how I was after my injuries. Forever grateful to him. Super knowledgeable, kind, patient, and overall wonderful human! I recommend him to anyone & everyone who suffered a concussion. He’s the best!!
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Selen Altiok
5 years ago
Working with Dr. Chung has been revolutionary for my traumatic brain injury. For the last few years, I have been experiencing post-concussive symptoms related to vision, balance, and coordination. I came to Dr. Chung feeling defeated and hopeless and through his in-depth assessments, he put many of the pieces together and provided personalized treatment that targets my weaknesses. He keeps all of the details in mind when creating the exercises so that nothing is overlooked or missed. He provides his treatment with the push, persistence and understanding that I need to overcome my symptoms. If you are someone who is suffering from balance, vision issues, concussions or brain injury symptoms, Dr. Chung will provide you the right help towards recovery.
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Naomi Goldner
5 years ago
Dr. Chung is everything you’d want in a practitioner; he’s kind, knowledgeable, caring and exceptional in his skills. I originally came for migraine help (and haven’t had a single migraine since my first appointment) and am excited to continue the work on this through his very holistic and comprehensive approach (adjustments, Biofeedback and more). Last week I had a serious inflammation in my knee which completely debilitated me. Just left his office with range of motion and significant less pain after he carefully and methodically worked to uncover the source of the injury and how to relieve the pain and adjust the muscles and joints. He also sent me home equipped with gentle exercises to continue the healing. I’ve seen many practitioners in my life and so far Dr. Chung stands out in all the ways that matter when choosing a doctor.
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James Barr
8 years ago
I've been seeing Dr. Chung since July of 2016 for a lower back issue I developed nearly a decade ago playing collegiate soccer. I've seen a number of chiropractors, orthopaedists, and physical therapists in the interceding years but nothing seemed to work. However, Dr. Chung has managed to accurately diagnose and treat me. I still see Dr. Chung occasionally for routine maintenance as I can't seem to stay away from the soccer field! Dr. Chung's a personable and considerate professional and is a pleasure to work with.
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Kristy Mutchler
10 years ago
I came to Dr. Chung because of an injury I sustained in a car accident. I'd been to several doctors previously who were unable to heal my injuries and I was suffering from post concussion symptoms as well as a great deal of neck and back pain.

What I liked best about working with Dr. Chung is how patient he is with me and how he takes the time to answer every single one of my questions. Healing from an injury this big can be a very scary experience but I was glad to know I was in very kind and capable hands.

I fully trust Dr. Chung, I think he cares about his patients and he is ALWAYS driven by his desire to help heal people. He came into this practice because of his own experience healing from an injury and that is helpful because it makes him empathetic since he knows how it feels to be the patient as well.

I am truly grateful to Dr. Chung for helping me through this experience and I will be revisiting him for maintenance care as long as I live in the Bay area.
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Joan Kwansa
10 years ago
Dr. Chung has helped me with several different issues. I've had problems with a fractured foot, different back problems, and a concussion.

One of the problems with my back I've had for many years . Since I've been seeing Dr. Chung my problem has cleared up completely. I'm able to do things now I could not do before without having a flare-up with my back.

Dr. Chung is comprehensive in his evaluations. He often finds areas I didn't know were not working right and I feel so much better after his treatment.

He is very kind and caring. He is a good listener and educates his patients about how you can continue to improve your health.

I've also had some cognitive issues and was beginning to withdraw from some parts my life. With Dr. Chung's help and recommendations for home self-care I'm feeling better overall.