Course Overview
This is the second course in a series on the treatment of patients with concussions and brain injuries. The course focuses on identifying post-traumatic headaches, how they differ from primary migraines, and why they don’t often respond well to standard headache treatments. We will cover the hallmark signs of neuropathic pain and how to conduct bedside functional assessments of the somatosensory system as it relates to neuropathic pain and post-traumatic headaches. We will cover key acupuncture points for treating post-traumatic headaches and discuss specific herbal formulas to address brain blood vessel inflammation, microglial-mediated inflammation, glymphatic congestion, and improving microcirculation in the brain.
Objectives
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Understand how post-traumatic headaches are different than other types of headaches.
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Learn the questions to ask to identify the difference between a post-traumatic headache and a migraine.
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Learn acupuncture treatment strategies for post-traumatic headaches.
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Learn Chinese Herbal Medicine treatment strategies for post-traumatic headaches.
Outline
0 hrs - 2 hrs
The first section defines post-traumatic headaches, provides criteria for differentiating migraines and other types of post-traumatic headaches, and provides a description of how they manifest as neuropathic pain.
2 hrs - 4 hrs
The involvement of the trigeminal system in post-traumatic headache pathology is provided, along with key neurological exams and intake questions.
4 hrs - 6 hrs
The last section focuses on the use of acupunture treatment strategies and Chinese herbal medicine strategies in the treatment of post-traumatic headaches.
Teacher
Ayla Wolf
Dr. Wolf is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine specializing in neurological disorders, chronic pain, and concussion recovery. She is a faculty member of the Carrick Institute of Clinical Neuroscience and Rehabilitation.
Disclaimers
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Unlimited Access & CEUS
You will have unlimited access to this course for as long as it is on Net of Knowledge, so that you can keep reviewing and learning from it over the years.
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Cancellation Policy
Please note we do not offer refunds for our recorded online courses/webinars.
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Note
This recording is available in an online format only; you will not receive a DVD or physical copy of the recording – it is only available to watch as a course to watch on the internet through your online account.
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CPDs:
Approved By: AACMA (6), ANTA (6), ATMS (6), Acupuncture NZ (6), Standard Certificate (6), NCCAOM (6)
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Language: English
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Course Type: Recorded Webinar
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Course Length: 6 h
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Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
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Access Period: Lifetime
