Best Post Concussion Syndrome Podcasts (2024)

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7 years a journey with Barb Dixon 34:00

2d ago34:00

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Barb Dixon, at the time of her head injury was a stay at home mom and professional freelance makeup artist. In May 2016 at the age of 38 she incurred her injury in an unexpected way, a wheelbarrow that was hung up in her garage, fell striking her on the top of her head with the motion of a hammer strike. Knocked unconscious for an unknown period of…

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Are Oxalates Behind Your Chronic Complaints? Featuring: Sally K. Norton, Author of "Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalates are Making You Sick-and How to Get Better" 1:15:19

2d ago1:15:19

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Podcast Episode Description: In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome a special guest, Sally K. Norton, MPH, also known as The Ivy-League Nutritionist. Sally is the esteemed author of "Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload is Making You Sick—and How to Get Better" and "Data Companion to Toxic Superfoods" (visit her at sallyknorton.com). Join us…

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Purpose, Business Development and Health Optimization: Featuring Special Guest Scott Pollock, LMT, ACSM, Owner of Greater Than Performance 1:26:06

1M ago1:26:06

1:26:06

In this episode we interview a colleague and local entrepreneur that I hold tremendous respect for. A new business opening during the chaos of COVID and all the hurdles that comes with a new business, our guess walks us through what helped him get through this to where he is today...a thriving and expanding business. I have known of Scott for almos…

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2 Often-Missed Keys to mTBI Recovery with Jack Fonderwhite 30:00

2M ago30:00

30:00

Jack is the founder of Jackupuncture and creator of PeakMIND, an innovative neurostimulation solution for restoring vitality to the human brain, body, and mind. After healing his own persistent chronic concussion symptoms, Jack's mission is to revitalize the health, potential, and competitive edge of other athletes, entrepreneurs, and high performi…

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The Silent Contributor: Uncovering Non-Neurological Aspects of TBI w/ Dr. Hennes 39:00

2M ago39:00

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Dr. Michael Hennes, a Doctor of Chiropractic and Board-Certified Chiropractic Neurologist at The Neural Connection, holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic and a Bachelor's in Human Biology from Northwestern Health Sciences University. He is certified in Functional Neurology and a Brain Injury Specialist. Specializing in neurological rehabilitation and n…

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Lymphatic therapy for traumatic brain injury with Francois Gagnon 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

Francois, Chief Medical Exercise Specialist, Certified Lymphatic Therapist, Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist, has always dreamed big and empowered people to discover the potential of their health within their body and mind. Francois has over 20 years work experience health and wellness, specializing in chronic health conditions, including heada…

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Exploring Functional Neurology Featuring Guest Dr. Freddy Garcia 1:04:32

3M ago1:04:32

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In this episode we dive into the world of functional health and discuss Functional Neurology with our special guest Freddy Garcia, director of operations at the Carrick Institute for Neuroscience and a clinical neuroscientist with more than a decade of experience. Dr. Garcia is a leader in education and travels the world teaching other doctors, in …

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The Pulse on Health: Breaking Down This Month's Health Headlines 50:12

4M ago50:12

50:12

In this week's episode we tackle headlines from the month in research and have a candid analysis and discussion around each article. This is a common in office discussion that our team naturally has and we figured we would do an episode reflecting our common discussion and insight of the various headlines. There is so much research being published …

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From Dance Floors to the Doctor's Doors: Ketamine's Emerging Role in Mental Health 52:53

4M ago52:53

52:53

From Dance Floors to the Doctor's Doors: Ketamine's Emerging Role in Mental Health... In this episode we have on a special guest, friend and colleague, Dr. Spencer Zimmerman, to discuss the world of Ketamine. Dr. Zimmerman calls Idaho home where he runs a clinic that serves people both locally as well as from across the country. He has a unique bac…

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#31 Neck pain after concussion ( Sarah Etheridge ) 11:40

4M ago11:40

11:40

Neck pain after concussion is a very common symptom. If you suffer from neck pain, learning about the muscles and nerves that may be causing the pain in this episode may be very helpful for you. However, if you don’t have any neck pain, or just minor complaints like stiffness, there may still be something going on with the muscles and nerves in you…

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Malformation - why a bad thing may be the best thing with Paul McMonagle 30:00

4M ago30:00

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Paul McMonagle is 42 years old, married with children, avid dog lover, and a 4 time brain inury survivor. He wrote a book in 2021 entitled "Malformation: when bad things happen to the right kind of people" and had it published. Now he's living life and watching my family enjoy their lives to the fullest. www.mymalformation.com If you're enjoying th…

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Metabolic Engineering to treat TBI with Dr. Barry Sears 28:00

4M ago28:00

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Dr. Barry Sears is a leading authority on the dietary control of inflammation and its resolution. He is the author of more than 50 scientific publications. He holds 14 U.S. Patents in intravenous cancer drug delivery systems and the dietary regulation of hormonal responses for the treatment of cardiovascular disease. He has also written 19 books on…

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Manual therapies in the evolving recovery after TBI with Elena Stoeva 26:00

5M ago26:00

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Dr. Elena is an MD - a graduate of Varna Medical University "Professor Paraskev Stoyanov" and board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation(PM&R) and for 25years has been integrating her knowledge in PM&R with her training in Craniosacral therapy (through Upleger Institute )and Visceral Manipulations (through Barral Institute), LDT throug…

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130. A Brain Injury is A 'Brain Injury' | Ana Hernandez - Sound Sensitivity & Cognitive Rehab 21:54

5M ago21:54

21:54

As a speech-language pathologist, Ana knew the theory behind cognitive rehabilitation, but facing the reality post-surgery was a journey she hadn't anticipated. Join for an eye-opening conversation where Ana shares the nuances of her recovery, highlighting the shared struggles of those rebounding from traumatic brain injuries. We discuss sound sens…

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Vestibular Therapy after TBI with Dr. Eric Spencer 33:00

5M ago33:00

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Dr. Eric Spencer graduated from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, FL with his doctorate in physical therapy (DPT) degree in 2013. After attaining his DPT in Miami, he sought residency specialization in orthopedics and sports medicine and became an ABPTS Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) in 2015. He has been working with numerous ph…

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129. The Unseen Challenges of Athlete Concussions | Isabel Dwyer - Cheerleading & School 18:58

5M ago18:58

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When the cheers fall silent and the stadium lights dim, the struggle of athletes with concussions truly begins. Today, Isabel Dwyer, Miss Lilac State's Teen a fierce advocate for concussion awareness, bravely unpacks her journey through the murky waters of post-concussion syndrome. Navigating the sidelines isn't just about physical recovery; it's a…

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128. Concussion Survivor Follow Up | Chaandani Khan - Identity Shifts, Acupuncture Benefits, & Energy Management 32:29

5M ago32:29

32:29

Have you ever felt utterly transformed by time and the trials it brings? Chaandani Khan returns with an open heart to share the complexities of her ongoing battle with post-concussion syndrome/persistent concussion symptoms. Her story is one that echoes throughout our community, resonating with the silent struggles and the profound shifts in identi…

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To be Different is Not to be Guilty with Cheryl Kempf 40:00

5M ago40:00

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Cheryl is a survivor of brain injury, in 1994, and PTSD, in 2012. Her advocacy work has focused on the passing of state and federal legislation that requires law enforcement to be trained to recognize brain injury and PTSD, known as HR 2992, 117th Congressional Session. She is currently expanding her imprint talking about the personal side of that …

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127. Concussion Survivor Follow Up | Ben Morton - Resilience & Recovery Journey 26:45

5M ago26:45

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Returning guest Ben Morton joins us once more, bringing an inspiring update to his post-concussion journey that began with us back in episode #63. Ben's story is one of such transformation, as he opens up about the emotional and physical rollercoaster of his recovery since 2015. From the challenges of re-entering the workforce to the tender experie…

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Integrative Approaches to Mental Health and Relationships: Featuring Guest Dr Luz Maria Villanueva 1:24:58

5M ago1:24:58

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With a Masters in Psychology and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Dr. Luz Maria brings a deep and engaging conversation to the world of mental health and ways to maintain and build strong relationships. In our conversation we discuss the patterns in mental health, from anxiety to depression to post traumatic stress disorder and then discuss one of Dr …

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126. Getting Back to Work Post Brain Injury | Author Kelly Tuttle - Concussion Recovery, Neuro Fatigue 26:22

6M ago26:22

26:22

When the world fades to silence after a brain injury, finding your voice again is a monumental victory. Welcome Kelly Tuttle, a neurology nurse practitioner, who brings her expertise and personal experience to illuminate the often dark and misunderstood path of recovery. Kelly's story, beginning with a life-altering car accident, serves as a testam…

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DYSAUTONOMIA: FEATURING GUEST AND DYSAUTONOMIA EXPERT DR NATHAN KEISER DC, DACNB, FABBIR 1:33:52

6M ago1:33:52

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The world of Dysautonomia and all the various symptoms and conditions that fall under this broad heading, can leave people impacted by it, feeling miserable, defeated and like their world is limited due to their inability to properly function within it. Dysautonomia is an umbrella term used to described disorders related to the autonomic nervous sy…

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Environmental Toxins: Are Your Personal and Household Products Making You Sick? 57:34

6M ago57:34

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In the world we live in today it feels like we are being bombarded by more and more chemicals in our food, cosmetics and various household items. As if eating healthy is not hard enough already, now add the challenge of reviewing the chemical impact of the items you use as you get ready each day or as you cook and clean your home. The goal of this …

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#30 Concussion biomarkers (Eric Thelin episode 3) 11:39

6M ago11:39

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Concussion biomarkers are needed. That is because the current imaging machines like MRI and CT more often than not can not visualize a concussion. This often results in doctors saying that there is nothing wrong with us, or that the symptoms we have are psychological. If a simple blood test can show you sustained a concussion and are at risk for li…

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Overcoming Mental Health Challenges Post TBI w/ Dr. Henry Zaremba 37:00

6M ago37:00

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Dr. Henry Zaremba (or Dr. Z if you like) is a board-certified chiropractic neurologist with over 5 years of experience as the lead clinician at a top brain rehabilitation clinic. With over 500 hours of postdoctoral studies in clinical neuroscience and hundreds of patients treated, Dr. Zaremba is skilled at activating the brain’s ability to recover …

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Anxiety: A 360 Degree Review with Neurology, Trauma, Biochemistry and Genetics 1:26:28

6M ago1:26:28

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Anxiety impacts a large portion of our population and it can look and take different forms in various segments of the population. Traditionally, anxiety and panic attacks are what most think about when they hear anxiety but it can also include avoidance and OCD like behaviors and more. Our perspective to mental health and anxiety includes various a…

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#29 Post concussion guidelines (Eric Thelin episode 2) 15:29

6M ago15:29

15:29

In this second episode with Eric Thelin, we will discover how he is developing a checklist for Swedish GPs to help them know better what to do with patients after sustaining a concussion. He also shares and explains the way sport concussion return to activity protocols are helpful to apply in medical settings. Free guide: https://www.lifeyana.com/3…

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Life Participation & Aphasia with Carly Cauley 26:00

6M ago26:00

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Carly Cauley is a speech-language-pathologist and group facilitator for MnCAN (Minnesota Connect Aphasia Now), a non-profit providing support and programs for people with aphasia and their families. Aphasia is a language disorder that affects the ability to speak, read, write, and understand what others are saying. It is caused by stroke, brain inj…

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Small moves BIG RESULTS with Brisa Alfaro 32:00

7M ago32:00

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Brisa's story has been featured by several media outlets including; The Doctors TV Show, The Washington Post, Woman's World Magazine, FOX, NBC, CBS, and her #1 International bestselling book "Limitless." She also recently had the opportunity to become a TEDx speaker! However, while she believes that all this recognition is nice, this is NOT why she…

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#28 Traumatic brain injury research (Eric Thelin episode 1) 14:27

7M ago14:27

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Eric Thelin is knee-deep in traumatic brain injury research. He and his colleagues are developing a way to provide better concussion care from the first moment a patient sees a doctor. Have a listen! Free guide: https://www.lifeyana.com/3-ways-to-speed-up-your-concussion-recovery-right-now/ Interview shownotes: https://www.lifeyana.com/traumatic-br…

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What I have learned having Post-Concussion with Cynthia Wall 34:00

7M ago34:00

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Cynthia, a skilled psychotherapist and social worker for 45 years, is a survivor of several car accidents over 55 years, causing whiplash and more severe brain injuries. In 2006 a surprise brain surgery at Stanford caused her to experience losses in her professional and personal realms, and she wants to help others to do better than merely cope wit…

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Top 3 Reasons You Still Have Post-Concussion Symptoms w/ Dr. Michael Hennes 38:00

7M ago38:00

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Dr. Michael Hennes is a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine and Board-Certified Chiropractic Neurologist at The Neural Connection. He received his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University, graduating with both his Doctorate and Bachelors’s in Human Biology. Prior to this, he studied Human Biology at Minnesota State Univers…

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#27 Concussion care (Prof. Tenovuo part 4) 14:31

7M ago14:31

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Concussion care is often not compassionate. On the contrary, patients report to Professor Tenovuo that they don’t feel heard by their doctors. After seeing over 6000 patients with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), he has learned a lot about the symptoms and problems we cope with. In this 4th episode with Professor Tenovuo, we speak about how concussi…

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125. Five Concussion Treatment Directions | Dr. Matheau Denner - Recovery Help & Treating Symptoms 28:25

7M ago28:25

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Join us, your host Bella Paige and chiropractic physician Dr. Matheau Denner, as we navigate this complex topic, combining personal experiences with professional perspectives. We delve into the significance of post concussion syndrome and the importance of receiving appropriate treatment, especially when symptoms persist. With Dr. Denner's expertis…

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Craniosacral Therapy and Brain Injury with Leigh Ankrum 34:00

7M ago34:00

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Leigh Ankrum, the founder and director of the Ankrum Institute, is a craniosacral therapist and bodywork practitioner with 34 years of experience in teaching and private practice. Ankrum’s ability to bring decades of experience and education into a synergistic whole is the basis of the Institute’s curriculum. After training around the world - inclu…

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