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$295 for 2008 members and 2008 attendees $375 for Newcomers Target Audience
Bio: - Dr Stephen Sexton has a Masters Degree in Neurological Science and is a Diplomate of Chiropractic Neurology and Quantitative EEG brain mapping. He has lectured extensively in the field of functional neurology and neuroscience and has established neurology-only referral practices in Melbourne and regional Victoria. Stephen has also established a QEEG interpretation service to assist in promoting the use of QEEG in private practices. Outline: 1. The Neurology of Approach and Withdrawal a.
Behavioural
phenotypes
b. Brain asymmetry 2. Motivation, Attention and Arousal a.
Neurotransmitter
systems and biophysical correlations
b. Practical observation tips for the health professional 3. Gait, Posture & Gestures: Practical tips for recognising neurological dysfunction: a.
The
Cerebellum
b. The Basal ganglia c. The Cerebral Cortex & descending pathways of the spinal cord d. Peripheral nerve injury 4. The Default Brain Mode & Functional Neuroimaging i.
Reward
deficiency
ii. Localisation of self-perceived wellness iii. The relevance of spinal health and nutrition 5. Neuroplasticity a.
Concepts
in neuroplasticity
b. Learning & Unlearning 6. Pain and the Brain a.
Migraine
& headaches: Cortical function
b. Parallel distributed pathways c. The insula d. The cingulate cortex e. Coping mechanisms: Approach & withdrawal 7. The psychology of patient compliance: Thinking outside the square. Seminar length: 14 hours (Sat 9.00 am – 5.00 pm, Sun 8.30 am – 4.30 pm) Please Note: The above presentation does not require prior knowledge of Quantitative EEG assessment. The QEEG maps are primarily utilised in the lectures to illustrate brain function in the lectures. However if you are interested in furthering your knowledge of this particular field of work please see the information from Stephen below. For those choosing this option we will also have the opportunity to have an extra meeting with Stephen to discuss this topic and future training options. Remote Learning Module: Introduction to Quantitative EEG A distance education package is almost completed, which is focused on introducing practitioners to QEEG recording and interpretation. This would be ready for sale to attendees of the seminar and includes a manual and CD with sample images or footage for educational purposes. It has also been developed as an update or refresher for current users of QEEG. Multi-choice questions based on the material will be provided for continuing professional development. The fee will not be confirmed until the package is completed. It is expected to be between $70 and $150 (plus tax if required by law). 1. Recording the QEEG a.
Reliability,
reproducibility
b. Important variables c. Challenges of recording 2. Making sense of the data a.
Brain
rhythms
i.
The
frequency spectrum of the brain
b. QEEG parametersii. Predictions from visual inspection of the raw EEG i.
EEG
power variables
ii. How to recognise chance iii. Mathematical distortion of the data iv. Connectivity 1.
Phase
lag
2. Coherence 3. Patterns to Explore a.
Learning,
Behavioural and Mood Disorders
b. Balance, Movement, Pain and other Neurological Disorders 4. LORETA: Low Resolution Electromagnetic Tomographic Analysis a.
3D
Cortical source localisation
b. Enhancing validity with hypothesis testing c. Hard and soft neurological lesions i.
When
to refer
ii. What to expect when managing a patient with a known ‘hard’ lesion Back |