The Post Concussion Podcast
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The Challenge of Recovering from PCS with Nick Krantz
For many people, the journey to researching and treating post-concussion survivors is a personal one. Overcoming a concussion injury is a challenge, to put it lightly, and our guest today has overcome 17 paired with two Traumatic Brain Injuries! Nick Krantz is now a holistic brain health coach, and today, he joins us to share his remarkable story of recovery…
The Emotional Side of Concussions with Dr. Greig Andrews
For many people, the journey to researching and treating post-concussion survivors is a personal one. Dr. Greig Andrews is no different, and today he talks about how his experiences treating athletes and his loved ones led him to the field of functional neurology with a special interest in post-concussion syndrome. Tune in to learn about the link between physical brain injuries and mental health, and how TBIs affect a child's brain…
The Legal Side of Brain Injuries with Jeffrey Moorley
The system that we are a part of is, unfortunately, not victim-focused. Today’s guest, personal injury lawyer Jeff Moorley, knows this better than most, and he has positioned himself on the side of brain injury victims to assist them in getting the help they are so often denied. It is commonly stated that the average concussion survivor takes two weeks, to a few months to get back to 100% function…
What Concussion? with Pam Treischel
We know our bodies better than anyone else does, and that’s why it’s so important that we advocate for ourselves. Today’s guest, Pam Treischel, is a scuba diver, underwater photographer, and ambassador for the Inland Ocean Coalition who suffered a concussion she had no memory of after the fact…
Life After A Concussion with Benjamin Morton
If you are living with post-concussion symptoms and experiencing emotional challenges, then today’s episode is for you. The physical and emotional symptoms that people experience after a concussion can be difficult to manage, leaving people feeling emotionally distressed. This was the experience of today’s guest, Benjamin Morton, who sustained an injury while on a work trip in 2015…
Athlete's Psychosocial Experience Post Concussion with Dr. Jeff Caron
The physical and cognitive symptoms of sport-related concussions are widely spoken about, but less is known about the psychosocial symptoms that athletes experience post-concussion, which today’s guest believes are equally important. Today, you’ll hear from Dr. Jeff Caron, an assistant professor in the School of Kinesiology and Physical Activity Sciences…
The Neurochemistry Behind Post-Concussion Syndrome with Dr. Michael Lovich
If you’re living with post-concussion syndrome and wondering about what’s actually going on in your brain that is making you experience the world differently than you did before your concussion, this episode is for you! Today’s guest is Dr. Michael Lovich, a concussion survivor who has dedicated his career to improving the lives of those struggling with post-concussion syndrome…
Changing Your Mindset with Clara Silcock
In conversation with us today we have Clara Silcock, exercise enthusiast and intestinal failure and nutrition pharmacist working in one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK. Clara suffered a concussion last year with plenty of different symptoms arising ever since. During today’s episode, she tells the story of experiencing a mundane injury with long term consequences…
Neurodegeneration with Dr. Patricia Walicke
The fear of brain degenerative diseases is a concern that many concussion survivors carry. Joining us today to address this important topic is Dr. Patricia Walicke, who believes that widely available and relatively inexpensive interventions, such as nutrition and natural supplements are key to real-time real-world approaches to maintaining and improving health…
The Trauma Behind Concussion with Michaela Olson
In addition to the physical damage that occurs during a concussion or a traumatic brain injury, there are emotional side-effects that can last decades. Talking to us today about the link between brain-based injuries and mental health, is psychotherapist and clinical research associate, Michaela Olson…
Helping Your Eyes with Dr. Riyad Khamis
One of the most common symptoms of post concussion syndrome is visual disturbances. Talking to us today about how to address these symptoms in such a way that the brain is rehabilitated, is doctor of optometry and specialist in vision therapy and neuro visual rehabilitation, Dr. Riyad Khamis…
The Concussion Mom with Jami Uretsky
Post-concussion syndrome and traumatic brain injuries impact so many more people than just the sufferer. Talking to us today about how she handled the concussion of her 15-year old daughter, is post-concussion advocate Jami Uretsky. Tune in to hear how Jami handled the accident…
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What people are saying.
“This podcast has been so helpful, thank you Bella. I am a fellow Canadian nine months out from a concussion and still experience daily and often debilitating symptoms. As a 24 year old graduate student, it’s been difficult to accept my symptoms, decreased productivity, and the impacts of the concussion on my personality and life. This podcast has been so comforting and makes me feel much less alone and “crazy” in navigating my new mental landscape. Thank you so much for this podcast and for sharing your experiences.” - vfp_4
“Informative, empathetic, and filled with valuable insights. The host navigates the complexities of recovery with grace, offering practical tips and engaging interviews. A must-listen for anyone seeking understanding and support on the journey to recovery.” - Candi-007
“I highly recommend this podcast to survivors, caregivers, medical professionals, & to anyone who wants to learn about PCS. Thank you Bella for bringing awareness to this invisible injury, the work you do is amazing.” - ConcussionSurvivor