Course Overview
This course covers the physiology of sensory integration in the central nervous system as it related to traumatic neck injuries. We will discuss functional examination of the neck and related sensory systems, balance testing, and research on the importance of neck strength for concussion prevention. We will cover the treatment of traumatic neck injuries using acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and topical applications, Tai Chi, kinesiotaping, and cervical proprioceptive retraining. Case studies will be presented that highlight the use of neurological testing and treatment strategies. This course covers: 1) The physiology of sensory integration of the head and neck within the central nervous system 2) Neck strength and concussion prevention and outcomes 3) The overlap of symptoms from both concussions and traumatic neck injuries 4) The connection between neck injuries, balance, and dizziness 5) Methods for testing balance 6) Functional examination of the neck and other sensory and motor systems 7) Acupuncture 8) Topical herbal poultices 9) Chinese herbal formulas 10) Neurological rehabilitation through Tai Chi 11) Kinesiotaping 12) Cervical proprioceptive retraining
Course Objectives
- Learn the complexities of sensory integration between the neck, vestibular inputs, visual inputs, and jaw inputs that affect pain, balance, dizziness, visual symptoms, and nausea that can result of a traumatic neck injury.
- Learn functional examination skills to evaluate patients with traumatic neck injuries and how those findings help to guide treatment strategies.
- Learn what acupuncture points and Chinese herbal approaches can aid in the recovery of people with traumatic neck injury, along with the neuro-rehab concepts.
Course Outline
0 hrs - 1 hrsLearn the complexities of sensory integration between the neck, vestibular inputs, visual inputs, and jaw inputs that affect pain, balance, dizziness, visual symptoms, and nausea that can result of a traumatic neck injury.
1 hrs - 2 hrsLearn functional examination skills to evaluate patients with traumatic neck injuries and how those findings help to guide treatment strategies.
2 hrs - 4 hrsLearn what acupuncture points and Chinese herbal approaches can aid in the recovery of people with traumatic neck injury, along with the neuro-rehab concepts.
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.
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Approved by: Standard Certificate, NCCAOM,
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
Course Length: 4 Hrs.
Course Credits: 4 CPD
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.
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