Carrick Institute Presents: Traumatic Brain Injury and The Gut-Brain Axis On-Demand

This introductory workshop delves into the detrimental effects of traumatic brain injury (TBI) on the gut-brain axis. Participants will learn to identify the anatomical, immune, and physiological changes that occur post-brain injury and understand their profound impact on gut health. The course is meticulously designed to equip practitioners with the knowledge to evaluate these complex interactions.Beyond identification, this program provides practical steps to restore balance within the gut-brain axis, offering a clear pathway for intervention. Led by Dr. Spencer Zimmerman, an expert in Functional Neurology and Medicine, this on-demand course offers invaluable insights for clinicians seeking to enhance their approach to TBI recovery and improve overall patient brain health.

• •Identify the anatomical pathways connecting the central nervous system to the enteric nervous system and how traumatic brain injury disrupts these connections
• •Recognize the immune and physiological cascades triggered by TBI that compromise gut barrier integrity and microbiota composition
• •Evaluate patients for post-TBI gut-brain dysfunction through clinical assessment and symptom correlation
• •Implement evidence-based interventions to restore gut-brain axis balance and support neurological recovery
• •Apply functional neurology principles to address the bidirectional relationship between gut health and brain healing in TBI patients
• •Distinguish between primary TBI-related changes and secondary complications affecting gastrointestinal function