What Is Neuroplasticity?

Neuroplasticity is the concept that the brain can change in structure or function in response to experience. It stands in contrast to the older theory of localization in which researchers believed that only a certain part of the brain was responsible for a specific function.

Although neuroplasticity was first proposed in the late 19th century, foundational research began in earnest in the 1980’s with the work of Paul Bach-Y-Rita’s sensory substitution theory. Dr. Bach-Y-Rita’s experiments showed that parts of the brain that were initially only thought to control one function or sense could, through repetition, be trained to compensate for the function of a damaged part of the brain. Norman Doidge MD popularized the concept of neuroplasticity to the masses with his book, The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science.

In This Webinar

Dr. Escalona will help us to answer the following questions in this webinar:

• What is neuroplasticity?
• How can a functional-medicine approach help to heal a broken brain?
• What are some therapies that can help heal a broken brain?
• Can these approaches help with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, Sensory Processing Disorder and other neurological conditions?

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About Raymond Escalona MD

Raymond Escalona is a graduate of the MD-MBA program from the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health. He then took further studies at Bastyr University California completing a Masters in Nutrition for Wellness.

In 2019 he completed further training at the Institute for Functional Medicine elevating him to be one of the first certified Functional Medicine practitioners in Southeast Asia and the first to undergo clinical mentorship also in San Diego, California.

He specializes as a medical detective and focuses only on complex chronic disease management because he underwent special training in autism, autoimmune diseases and neuroplasticity.

He has been an educator in Southeast Asia for more than eight years and has lectured in over 400 venues across the region. He co-founded organizations and companies that develop and deliver nutrition and lifestyle education and implementation programs helping bridge the scientific knowledge gap between patients and practitioner communities across all socio-economic classes.

Apart from his clinical practice, Dr. Raymond currently works as a technical advisor and consultant to government, non-government and corporate organizations under the categories of nutrition, lifestyle change, integrative health and wellness projects. He hopes that through all these efforts we can one day see an end to chronic disease.

Disclaimer

This webinar is not a substitute for medical advice, treatment, diagnosis, or consultation with a medical professional. It is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be relied on to make determinations related to treatment of a medical condition. Epidemic Answers has not verified and does not guaranty the accuracy of the information provided in this webinar.