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.
Reviews
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Thomas L. (Canada)
I will be following all of her courses.
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Ayla Y. (United States of America)
ANyone who treats headaches regularly will benefit from this course. It is incredibly helpful to have modern medical knowledge to supplements TCM theory.
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Renee S. (United States of America)
Ayla's work is thorough and she does an excellent job of combining western neurological theory and testing while combining acupuncture treatment strategies. I have thoroughly enjoyed her insight when working with patients with challenging post traumatic headache presentations. I feel I have more knowledge and direction to be able to handle these cases.
Reviews
I will be following all of her courses.
Thomas L. (Canada)
ANyone who treats headaches regularly will benefit from this course. It is incredibly helpful to have modern medical knowledge to supplements TCM theory.
Ayla Y. (United States of America)
Ayla's work is thorough and she does an excellent job of combining western neurological theory and testing while combining acupuncture treatment strategies. I have thoroughly enjoyed her insight when working with patients with challenging post traumatic headache presentations. I feel I have more knowledge and direction to be able to handle these cases.
Renee S. (United States of America)
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
Please read these important disclaimers before purchasing:
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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
