This is a perfect example of one of the signs we look for in the Gunn IMS approach that indicates segmental neuropathic dysfunction - a pattern of hair loss that can only be explained  by a problem with the segmental nerve supply to the affected tissue. Our model agreed to let us share a photo... (you know who you are - thank you!)

What causes this to happen?
How does it fit with the IMS model?
How do we use it to inform our treatment approach?
It's all explained by Dr. Gunn's model of neuropathic dysfunction.  To learn more, watch the video below  where our program director and instructor, Lyndal Solomons, explains the model, and why  dry needles are our first choice  for treatment for these sorts of problems.

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Instructors Cory Choma, Susan Massitti and Dave Zelibka, and   Program  Director, Lyndal Solomons, spent   July  13-15th in Québec  City representing UBC Gunn IMS at the 2023 Canadian Physiotherapy Congress.  Thanks to everyone who popped by our booth to say "hi"!

Cory Choma  was an invited speaker, presenting his talk "Is treating the periphery "old school"? Bridging the gap between peripheral treatments and 'modern pain science'".

To watch a full version of Cory's lecture - scroll down to our Ottawa course post.

Lyndal (Chair), Susan (Secretary) and Dave (Website Representative) also serve on the executive of the Acupuncture and Dry Needling (ADN) Division of the CPA.  ADN Newsletter Editor, Gopika Athithan, also joined Lyndal, Susan and Dave representing the ADN Division at Congress - the first in-person Congress in 3 years  due to COVID restrictions - it was great to be able to spend time in-person together instead of just over Zoom!