Course Overview
What does Chinese medicine have to offer in the way of improving both brain function and gut function? In this course you will learn exactly that, along with the neuroscience behind the brain’s top-down modulation of gut function, and the involvement of the autonomic nervous system in digestive health. The connection between dysautonomia and Ying-Wei Disharmonies will be explained in the context of gut dysfunction. The use of acupuncture from a theoretical and modern neuroscience perspective will be provided. This course covers: • Regions of the brain involved in gut function • Clinical presentation of dysautonomia • Dysautonomia and Ying-Wei Disharmonies • How to assess the autonomic nervous system • The use of acupuncture and Chinese herbs for improving autonomic nervous system function • Case studies • Clinical gems
Course Objectives
- Learn the neuroanatomy involved in the autonomic nervous system
- Learn the connection between dysautonomia and Ying Wei Disharmonies
- Learn applications of Classical Chinese herbal formulas for digestive disorders
Course Outline
0 hrs - 1 hrsFunctional neuroanatomy of the gut-brain axis
1 hrs - 2 hrsLearn how to assess the autonomic nervous system through bedside neurological assessments
2 hrs - 2.5 hrsUnderstand the connection between dysautonomia and Ying Wei disharmonies and Shao Yang disharmonies, applications of Chinese herbal formulas
2.5 hrs - 3 hrsReview of material, Q and A.
Teacher
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.
Know MoreTestimonials
Ayla has great knowledge of TCM and western neurology and is able to freely move from one to the other explaining clearly functions and pathologies occurring in the body- nervous system and the gut.
Ewa P.
Dr.Ayla Wolf is supremely skilled in the field of acupuncture neurology. The course materials were very well organized, evidence based and highly informative. I would highly recommend this course to any practitioner interested in expanding her/his knowledge base on the management and treatment of dysautonomia signs and symptoms using a TCM approach.
Loay E.
This is a deep dive into the connection between the brain, gut, and microbiota ecology. The course was both fascinating and affirming, providing an intersectional perspective. I would recommend this class to anyone.
Christian T.
Dr Wolf is amazingly knowledgeable and passionate about acupuncture and neuroscience of the gut-brain relationship. So g;ad I took this course.
Kathleen F.
Useful and practical information to apply in practice! Very relevant in today’s modern society, and puts TCM disharmonies like Ying/Wei and Shaoyand syndrome into a different light.
Lindsey S.
Dr. Ayla Wolfs courses are dense - huge bang for your buck. Even if neurology isnt your focus, your practice will benefit from taking her classes. The bridge between East and West that she brings to our field is invaluable.
Caroline W.
For anyone treating MTBI, PTSD, or patients who come in with a list of complaints , this course will give you valuable insight as well as immediate test and treatment plans along with herbal formulas to help your complex patient .
SUSAN A.
Very good information if you have an IBS patient with Cognitive issues.
Michelle S.
Very detailed and clincally useful for gut-brain patients!
greg l.
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Approved by: NCCAOM, Standard Certificate,
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 3 Hrs.
Course Credits: 3.5 CPD
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
Access Period: Lifetime
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Note
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