Today’s topic is the relationship of new technology with non – invasive brain stimulation and headache?

Associate Professor Siobhan Schabrun is a Senior Research Scientist at Neuroscience Research Australia. She has an undergraduate degree in physiotherapy and a PhD in neuroscience. She leads a research team that investigates the role of brain plasticity in chronic pain and designs and tests new brain-based therapies for the treatment of pain.

1. What is non-invasive brain stimulation?
2. Two main techniques are available for human brain stimulation are transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and transcranial current stimulation (tCS). Whats the difference between these two approaches and how do they work?
3. The traditional definition of an invasive procedure, one which requires an incision or insertion in the body,can have safety issues. Is non-invasive brain stimulation safe?
4. What do we know about the role of the brain in chronic headache?
5. What is the evidence for the use of non-invasive brain stimulation in headache?
6. What is the evidence for the use of non-invasive brain stimulation in chronic pain?
7. Where is your research heading,Siobhan ? Is there a way to translate your research into clinical practice?
8. What can we expect from you with your talk at the upcoming NeuroLogic education seminar – Integrative therapies for headaches and migraines

1.A/Prof Schabrun leads a program of research that spans the pipeline from basic science to clinical trials and clinical translation. Her team is always looking for passionate and talented individuals to contribute to research in the field of chronic pain

2.Siobhan is also a speaker at NeuroLogic Education next seminar event : Integrative Therapies for Headache and Migraine from 1stto 3rdMarch 2019 at CQU at 400 Kent St Sydney with details at https://neurologiceducation.com.au/event_landing/integrative-therapies-headache-migraine/

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Laser therapy is not a commonly used tool so will be interesting to listen to our expert on this topic, esp in relation to headaches.

Dr Roberta Chow is an honorary research associate of the Nerve Research Foundation, Brain and Mind Centre, the University of Sydney. She is also a clinician working in primary care-based pain management. Her major area of research interest has been in the use of photobiomodulation for pain relief. She was awarded a PhD from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Sydney, for the of study laser therapy for neck pain and neural mechanisms underlying these effects. She was later awarded a National Health and Research Council grant to study the effects of laser on nerves. Dr Chow was on the Steering Committee for the development of the National Pain Strategy, designed to guide integrated and innovative planning for pain management across Australia. She recently received a Government award for her contribution to medicine and the introduction of laser therapy for pain management.

1. What is laser therapy?
2. Whats the difference between low level laser therapy and more powerful laser alternatives?
3. What does it have to offer compared with other treatments?
4. How does it work for headache?
5. Can it work with other therapies?
6. Are there any reasons not to use laser therapy?
7. Is laser therapy painful?
8. How long do treatments take?

Dr Chow has used laser therapy for painful conditions including headache since 1988. She is one of the most experienced practitioners as well as a researcher in the field of laser therapy and has book chapters and international publications on laser therapy for many painful conditions.

Dr Chow has been invited by Neurologic Education to present at their Conference, ‘The Integrative Therapies for Headache and Migraine’ to be held in Sydney 1st– 3rdMarch 2019. https://neurologiceducation.com.au/event_landing/integrative-therapies-headache-migraine/

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Dr Damian Kristof is Nutritionist, Naturopath and Chiropractor with 20+ years of experience.

He has extensive media experience with:

TV – New Zealands Downsize me that premiered on Channel 7 Two in 2014

Radio -He is a health expert on the Melbourne’s top rating drive time show the Rush hour with James Brayshaw and Billy Brownless

With Podcasting as Co-Founder and Co-Presenter on both The Wellness Guys and 100 Not out

He runs the Power of Food and Crack your stress code seminars around the country.

Here, in this podcast, Damian discusses common food factors associated with headaches, difference between a functional approach vs say a medical approach of looking at the body overall, assessing headache sufferers, how to help chronic sufferers of headaches

1. To find Damian , you can look at her website to find out more about the clinic.Appointments can be booked online at vidalifestyles.com
2. For his gluten free range of breakfast cereals , check foragecereal.com

Damian is a speaker at NeuroLogic Education next seminar event : Integrative Therapies for Headache and Migraine from 1stto 3rdMarch 2019 at CQU at 400 Kent St Sydney with details at https://neurologiceducation.com.au/event_landing/integrative-therapies-headache-migraine/

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