FAYETTEVILLE, AR – January 23, 2026 – Dr. Katinka van der Merwe, founder of The Spero Clinic in Fayetteville, Arkansas, has announced the release of her new book examining neurological symptoms in children following COVID-19 infection.
The book, titled “Neurochaos: How COVID Rewired the Brains of Our Children,” explores the intersection of viral illness and autonomic nervous system function in pediatric patients. According to Dr. van der Merwe, many families report that their children experience persistent symptoms following SARS-CoV-2 infection, including neurological changes, fatigue, and pain conditions.
“We’re seeing children whose symptoms extend well beyond the acute phase of illness,” Dr. van der Merwe stated. “These families often navigate multiple specialists while searching for comprehensive care approaches.”
The book outlines Dr. van der Merwe’s clinical perspective on Pediatric Long COVID, drawing from her background in treating complex chronic pain and post-viral conditions. Her approach emphasizes vagus nerve function and autonomic nervous system regulation as central factors in persistent symptoms.
“Neurochaos: How COVID Rewired the Brains of Our Children” describes therapeutic protocols used at The Spero Clinic, including manual therapies, nutritional interventions, and rehabilitation techniques. The book also presents a sample care framework that incorporates supports such as B vitamins, magnesium, and emerging therapies being explored in clinical settings for post-viral conditions.
Dr. van der Merwe notes that her clinical model differs from conventional symptom management by focusing on nervous system regulation. The book is intended as a resource for parents seeking to understand the complex interplay between viral infections and neurological symptoms in children.
About Dr. Katinka van der Merwe
Dr. Katinka van der Merwe is the founder and CEO of The Spero Clinic in Fayetteville, Arkansas, specializing in non-invasive neurological rehabilitation for chronic pain and post-viral syndromes. She also hosts the Neurochaos Podcast, which discusses neurological health topics.
“Neurochaos: How COVID Rewired the Brains of Our Children” is now available for preorder. Additional information about Dr. van der Merwe’s work and clinical approach can be found at www.thesperoclinic.com.
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