Podcasts about brain injuries

EVEN MORE about this episode!Experience the extraordinary power of intuitive healing and spiritual connection in this captivating episode of the Ask Julie Ryan Show. From channeling collective energy to help heal sleep apnea, to uncovering scar tissue in a caller's trachea through energetic diagnostics, Julie demonstrates how healing can transcend time, space, and even traditional medical limitations. Ken's story from New Jersey sets the stage for a remarkable exploration of how intention and energetic intervention can support physical transformation.Journey with us as Amy seeks guidance for her daughter Sophie, who is transitioning from G-tube feeding to solid food. Julie offers practical occupational therapy insights, emotional support, and spiritual perspective to empower parents walking similar paths. The episode also delves into the deeply moving themes of memory loss and family secrets, as Julie connects a caller with spirit to navigate the challenges of Alzheimer's and dementia with grace, understanding, and love.We close with profound stories of transition and healing, including Betsy's tender journey with her mother in stage-four brain cancer and Patrick's long-term recovery from brain injury. Through visualization techniques, the 12 Phases of Transition®, and energetic regeneration practices, Julie provides listeners with tools to navigate life's hardest moments. Whether you're seeking comfort, clarity, or a deeper understanding of spiritual healing, this episode offers wisdom and hope for every stage of the journey.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Exploring Sleep Apnea(0:06:59) - Helping Daughter Transition Off G-Tube(0:16:53) - Connecting With Spirits During Transition(0:27:10) - Spiritual Training and Transition Phases(0:36:45) - Healing Army Veteran's Brain Injuries(0:53:26) - Healing Inflammation and Yeast Overgrowth➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!

In this final episode of the year,Vincent A. Lanci shares his ongoing journey of recovery from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) + his surprise announcement: a Brain Injury Recovery Book for Families and Survivors and his TBI Recovery Coaching Practice.He reflects on the challenges faced during his hospital stay, the confusion between dreams and reality, and the importance of a support system. Lanci discusses the ramping up of therapy sessions and the emotional rollercoaster of recovery, emphasizing the need for resilience and positivity. He also hints at future developments in his coaching practice and the roadmap for brain injury recovery he plans to introduce.As You Listen:00:00 Introduction to the Journey 03:48 Facing the Reality of TBI 09:58 Therapy and Recovery Progress 12:46 Looking Ahead: Independence and Support"I hope I'm here to help.""It was extremely scary."

Severe acute brain injury presents acute and longitudinal challenges. Addressing total pain involves managing physical symptoms and providing emotional, social, and spiritual support to enhance quality of life for patients and their families. In this episode, Kait Nevel, MD, speaks with Claire J. Creutzfeldt, MD, author of the article "Neuropalliative Care in Severe Acute Brain Injury and Stroke" in the Continuum® December 2025 Neuropalliative Care issue. Dr. Nevel is a Continuum® Audio interviewer and a neurologist and neuro-oncologist at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Liewluck is a professor in the department of neurology at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. Additional Resources Read the article: Neuropalliative Care in Severe Acute Brain Injury and Stroke With Dr. Claire Creutzfeldt Subscribe to Continuum®: shop.lww.com/Continuum Earn CME (available only to AAN members): continpub.com/AudioCME Continuum® Aloud (verbatim audio-book style recordings of articles available only to Continuum® subscribers): continpub.com/Aloud More about the American Academy of Neurology: aan.com Social Media facebook.com/continuumcme @ContinuumAAN Host: @IUneurodocmom Guest: @cj_creutzfeldt Full episode transcript available here Dr Jones: This is Dr Lyell Jones, Editor-in-Chief of Continuum. Thank you for listening to Continuum Audio. Be sure to visit the links in the episode notes for information about earning CME, subscribing to the journal, and exclusive access to interviews not featured on the podcast. Dr Nevel: Hello, this is Dr Kait Nevel. Today I'm interviewing Dr Claire Creutzfeldt about her article on neuropalliative care in severe acute brain injury and stroke, which appears in the December 2025 Continuum issue on neuropalliative care. Claire, welcome to the podcast, and please introduce yourself to the audience. Dr Creutzfeldt: Thanks, thanks for having me. Yeah, I'm an associate professor of neurology at the University of Washington. I'm a stroke neurologist and palliative care researcher and really have focused my career on how we can best integrate palliative care principles into the care of patients with severe stroke and other neurocritical illness. Dr Nevel: Wonderful. Well, I'm looking forward to talking to you today about your excellent article that I really enjoyed reading. To get us started, can you tell us what you feel is the most important takeaway from your article for the practicing neurologist? Dr Creutzfeldt: Yeah. You know, I think one is always a little biased by what one is working on currently. And I think what I'm most excited about or feel more strongly about is this idea that stroke and severe acute brain injury are not an event, but really a chronic illness that people are left with usually for the rest of their lives, that change their life radically. And I think that education, research funding, also the clinical setting, current healthcare models aren't set up for that. And this idea that severe acute brain injury, you know, should be viewed as a lifelong condition that requires support across all ranges of goals of care. So curative, restorative, palliative and end-of-life care. Dr Nevel: Yeah, I love that part of your article, how you really highlighted that concept. And I think obviously that's something that we see in neurology and learn, especially as we transition out of our residency stages. But I think especially for the trainees listening, can sometimes be hospital inpatient-heavy, if you will, that kind of you can lose sight of that, that these acute strokes, severe acute brain injury, it turns into a chronic illness or condition that patients are dealing with lifelong. Dr Creutzfeldt: Often what we do in a very acute setting is like, is really cool and sexy and like, we can cure people from their stroke if they come, you know, at the right time with the right kind of stroke to the right hospital. And often the symptoms that people come in with much later on are harder to treat and address, partly because the focus in education, clinical and research just hasn't been as much on that time. Dr Nevel: Yeah, absolutely. So, can you talk to us about this concept of total pain? What does it mean, and how do we incorporate this concept into the way that we view our approach, our patient care? Dr Creutzfeldt: Total pain is a very old word, but it's sort of coming back into fashion in the palliative care world because it really describes all those sources of suffering or sources of distress, like, beyond what we sort of really think of as sort of the physical symptoms in recovery of stroke. As many of you know, palliative care often thinks in this multidimensional way of the physical distress, physical pain, but also psychological, emotional, social and spiritual, existential. And both- we sort of created sort of a figure that incorporates all of them and also includes both patients and their family members. They share some of these sources of distress, but they also have distinct ones that need to be addressed. And at the core of that total pain is what we need to provide, is sort of optimal communication and goals-of-care prognosis. Dr Nevel: Yeah, I'm thinking about all of those aspects and not just focusing on one. How does the disease trajectory of severe acute brain injury and stroke play a role in the palliative care approach? And how should we kind of going back to that original point of this idea of severe acute brain injury being an acute event and then oftentimes turning into kind of a chronic condition? How does that play a role in how we address palliative care with our patients, or kind of the stages of palliative care with our patients? Dr Creutzfeldt: Yeah, I think several things, especially for neurologists, is the more traditional palliative care illnesses, like cancer or congestive heart failure, illnesses where people are diagnosed when they're still functioning at a relatively high level and tend to have time to consider their prognosis and their goals of care in the end of life wishes and to meet with palliative care and to consider their personhood. Who am I? What's most important for me? And stroke, people with stroke, they not only present at their worst, they meet us at their worst, at a time when the patient themselves usually can't speak for themselves, when their personhood has been stripped from them. And then as providers, we, you know, we often really just get that one opportunity to get the conversation right and to guide people towards, you know, what we would call optimal and goal-concordant care. So, the challenges are many. I do think that the burden of these early conversations is on neurologists and really requires the neurologists to show compassion, to learn communication skills, think really hard about how you want to communicate prognosis and goals of care early on, because it's going to color people's experiences and decisions longitudinally. You asked about, sort of, this trajectory. And I do think it's important to think about, you know, what really happens even after the thrombectomy or even after we discharge people, especially from the ICU. Because for us, often after sort of day five or six, you know, we're sort of done. We're thinking about secondary stroke prevention. And, you know, how do I get the patient to rehab or out of the hospital? For the patients and families, this is when it really all just starts. You know, this is when they- when they're first memories are usually, you know, they hardly remember that acute setting. And so, when they are medically stable, we're done with the acute blood pressure treatment where we've removed the Foley, we've made a decision about nutrition. For us that tends to be a time where we let go a little; for patients and families that tends to actually be the time when they have to think about how am I going to live with this and what are the next several months or years going to look like? And so being there for them is important. Dr Nevel: That's such a, I think, important point, that when we have our plan in place, we know medically what the plan is for that patient and we're starting to step back, think about rehab or discharge. That's when oftentimes more quote-unquote "reality" steps in for patients and families about what their future is going to look like. Dr Creutzfeldt: And medical stability is not even close to neurological stability. And so, they are still in the middle of real prognostic uncertainty, and often waxing and waning symptoms or new symptoms coming up for them. Like pain, you know, post thalamic pain syndrome, just as an example, tends to be something that doesn't develop until later. Dr Nevel: Right, right. Absolutely. And since you touched on this concept of prognostic uncertainty, and, you know, that's something that's so challenging in severe acute brain injury, especially the early days when you talk about this, you know, that things tend to become a little bit more certain as more time passes. But these are really hard conversations because a lot of times feel like big decisions that need to be made early on, you know? Dr Creutzfeldt: Huge! Dr Nevel: Sometimes things like trach and PEG and things like that. How do you approach that conversation? I know you talk about that a little bit in your article. You touch on that, some of the, kind of, strategies or concepts that we use in palliative care to approach this prognostic uncertainty with patients. Dr Creutzfeldt: Yeah, I think the challenge is to balance this acknowledging uncertainty with still being able to guide the families and allow them to trust you. So, there are a few things that I have said in the past, and I have taught in the past, and I don't use anymore. They include sentences like I don't have a crystal ball, for example. Nobody was asking you for one. The other one that I want us to avoid, I think, is the sentence we are terrible at prognosticating. Because what I have seen is that that sentence carries on for families. And families at nine months are still saying, well, you guys are terrible at prognosticating. That's what you told me. First of all, it's all relative, and relative to non-neural providers---even at this time using Google and AI, we're actually quite good at prognosticating. It's just that a wide range early on. So that's how I would change that sentence is, early on after stroke, the range of possible outcomes is still very wide. And so, you've communicated uncertainty without saying I have no idea what I'm doing, which is not true. That is in order to help families be able to trust you and also to trust the person who comes after you, because we all know that a week or two after admission, we do know a lot more. And if we told them on day one that we're terrible at prognosticating, it's hard to sort of build that trust again later. You also asked about, you know, communication strategies. And I think it's this range of possible outcomes that I think is a good guideline for us to work on. And that range, sort of like a confidence interval, is still very wide early on. And as we collect more information over time, both about the clinical scenario that is evolving in front of us and about the patient who we are learning more about over time, this confidence interval becomes smaller. And that's where this idea of the best case/worst case scenario sort of conversation, for example, comes from: that range of possible outcomes. Dr Nevel: So, what to you is most challenging about palliative care for patients with severe acute brain injury and stroke? Dr Creutzfeldt: I think the biggest challenge in stroke care is balancing restorative and curative care with palliative and end-of-life. And that is especially early on when sort of everything is possible, when patients and families want to hear the good news and, I think, are also quite willing to hear the bad news, and probably should. So, I think that that communication is hard when, you know, really we want to provide goal-concordant care. We want to make sure that people get that care that is most important to them and can meet the outcomes that are most important to them. Dr Nevel: Yeah, agree. What is most rewarding? Dr Creutzfeldt: I think these patients and families have enormous needs and are extremely grateful if they can find someone that they can trust and who can guide them and who will stick with them. And when I say someone, I think that can be a team. That always depends on how we communicate. In the ideal world, it would be the same person following someone over time, the patient and the family over time. But in our current healthcare system, we're usually moving on from one place to another and being able to communicate with the people that come after you. Telling the family that you're a team and supporting them through that, I think, is really important. Dr Nevel: Yeah. And like you touched upon, patients and families, I think oftentimes they're looking for, you mentioned, you know, the sharing and communication and they're looking for information. Dr Creutzfeldt: You know, what's really rewarding is working with a team. And health care has really excelled at that. And I think we have a lot done from them is that it's not always the MD that family needs. And we have a lot of people at our side, and I think we need more of them. Chaplains, social workers; psychologists, actually, I think; and nurses or- in an ideal world, would really work together to support these multidisciplinary, multidimensional symptoms. Dr Nevel: Yeah. I think it benefits both the patient and the care team, too. Dr Creutzfeldt: Absolutely! Dr Nevel: It's helpful to be part of a team. You know, there's camaraderie in that and, like, a shared goal, and I think the thought is rewarding, too. Dr Creutzfeldt: If we really try and think about severe stroke as a chronic illness or severe acute brain injury as a chronic illness not unlike cancer, then if you think about the systems that have been built for cancer where an entire team of providers follows the patient and their family member over time, I think we need that, too. Dr Nevel: Yeah, I agree. That point, every member of the team has overlapping things, but has a slightly individual role to a degree too, which is also helpful to the patient and the family. You talked about this a little bit in your article, and I want to hear more from you about what we know about healthcare disparities in this area of medicine and in providing palliative care for patients with severe acute brain injury and stroke. Dr Creutzfeldt: Yeah, I think actually a lot of the huge decisions that we make, especially early on, are highly variable. And can identify people by various things, whether it's their race or ethnicity or sex or age, or even where they live in the United States. But decisions tend to be made differently. And so, just as an example, we know that I think people who identify as black, for sure, are less likely to receive the acute, often life-saving interventions like TNK or thrombectomy and more likely to undergo longer-term, life-prolonging treatment like PEG and trach. That seems true, after adjusting for clinical severity and things like that. And so disparities like that may be based on cultural preferences or well-informed decisions, and then we can support them. But of course, unfortunately there's a clear idea when we see, often, unexplained variability that a lot is due to uninformed decisions and poor communication and possibly racism in certain parts. And that is, of course, something that has to be addressed. Dr Nevel: Yeah, absolutely. What are future areas of research in this area? I know you do a lot of research in this area and I'd love to hear about some of it and what you think is exciting or kind of new and going to change the way we think about things, perhaps. Dr Creutzfeldt: I think every aspect of stroke continues to be exciting and just, you know, our focus of today and my research is on palliative care. I mean, obviously, the things we can do in rehab these days have to be embraced, and the acute stuff. But I think this longitudinal support, an ideally longitudinal multidisciplinary support for patients and families, requires more research. I think it will help us with prognosis. It will help us with communicating things early on and learning more about sort of multidimensional symptoms of these patients over time. That requires more research. And then, how can we change the healthcare system---in a sustainable way, obviously---to maximize quality of life for the survivors and their families? Dr Nevel: Going back to that total pain again, making sure that we're incorporating that longitudinally. Dr Creutzfeldt: I think there are currently 94 million people worldwide living with the aftermath of a stroke. I joined a stroke survivor support group recently. People are supporting each other that have that had their stroke, like, 14 years ago and are still in that just to show that this is not one and done. People are still struggling with symptoms afterwards and want support. Dr Nevel: Before we close out, is there anything else that you'd like to add? Dr Creutzfeldt: Your questions have all been great, and I think one observation is that we've talked a lot about, sort of, new ideas of the need for longitudinal care for patients after severe stroke. There's still a ton for all of us to do to optimize the care we provide in the very acute setting, to optimize the way we communicate in the very acute setting. To make sure we are, for example, providing the same message as our team members and providing truly compassionate goal-concordant care from the time they hit the emergency room throughout. Including time-limited trials, for example. Dr Nevel: Well, thank you so much for chatting with me today about your article on this really important topic. Again, today I've been interviewing Dr Claire Creutzfeldt about her article on neuropalliative care in severe acute brain injury and stroke, which appears in the December 2025 Continuum issue on neuropalliative care. Be sure to check out Continuum Audio episodes from this and other issues. And as always, to our listeners, please check out the article. It's great, highly recommend. And thank you to our listeners for joining us today. And thank you so much, Claire, for sharing your expertise with us today. Dr Creutzfeldt: Thanks for having me. Dr Monteith: This is Dr Teshamae Monteith, Associate Editor of Continuum Audio. If you've enjoyed this episode, you'll love the journal, which is full of in-depth and clinically relevant information important for neurology practitioners. Use the link in the episode notes to learn more and subscribe. AAN members, you can get CME for listening to this interview by completing the evaluation at continpub.com/audioCME. Thank you for listening to Continuum Audio.

What if the worst moment of your life became the starting point of your greatest transformation?In this inspirational and motivational podcast episode, Reginald D sits down with speaker and author Shannon Michelle, whose life was forever changed by a near-fatal motorcycle accident that caused a traumatic brain injury — followed by a breast cancer diagnosis during recovery. Shannon's devastating accident left her in a coma with multiple life-altering injuries—including memory loss, traumatic brain injury, and limited use of one eye—Shannon not only survived but emerged transformed. Her new memoir, Step Into Your Miracle, traces her path from near-death to renewed purpose. Shannon's journey shows that healing doesn't mean returning to who you were — it means discovering who you're becoming. If you're craving motivational inspiration, emotional strength, and real-life encouragement, this episode meets you exactly where you are.Learn how to use mindset, patience, and presence as powerful tools for healing after traumaDiscover how vulnerability and acceptance can become unexpected sources of strengthGain inspirational motivation to rebuild your life without pressure to be who you once werePress play now to experience an inspirational and motivational speech conversation that will restore your hope, strengthen your mindset, and remind you that your story isn't over yet.Shannon's contact info:Go to her website to purchase her book "Step Into Your Miracle." Website: https://stepintoyourmiracle.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-michelle-a870a4371?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stepintoyourmiracle?igsh=bXE5dmU0cGwyeDI=Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1EsV3xLQiE/?mibextid=wwXIfrinspirational podcast, motivational podcast, inspirational motivational speech, motivational speech, motivate yourself, healing after trauma, overcoming adversity, mindset motivation, inspirational stories, resilience motivation, personal growth podcast, trauma to triumph, hope after hardship, motivational inspiration, Coma, breast cancer survivor, traumatic brain injurySend us a textSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Facebook: realtalkwithreginaldd Twitter Real Talk With Reginald D (@realtalkRegD) / TwitterWebsite: Real Talk With Reginald D https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - Merchandise

In this episode of the NCS Podcast Hot Topics series, host Richard Choi, DO, FNCS, speaks with Katharina Busl, MD, MS, FNCS, division chief of neurocritical care at the University of Florida and assistant editor for Neurocritical Care journal, about transfusion strategies in patients with acute brain injury. They discuss recent randomized trials and a new systematic review examining restrictive versus liberal red blood cell transfusion thresholds across traumatic brain injury, intracerebral hemorrhage and subarachnoid hemorrhage. Their conversation highlights the physiologic rationale behind transfusion, challenges in interpreting trial and meta-analysis data, and how overlapping hemoglobin ranges complicate bedside decision-making. Dr. Busl also shares how this evolving evidence is influencing clinical practice and the importance of individualized transfusion decisions. The views expressed on the NCS Podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or official positions of the Neurocritical Care Society.

 Join us as Diana Diaz, Executive Director of the Brain Injury Network (BIN), walks us through BIN's 2025 successes and challenges. Starting with earning a 3-year accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), to elevating our interns and volunteers, to celebrating bindwaves' achievements, to adapting to changing fundraising needs, and finally to launching a Mobile Clubhouse that reimagines what a traditional clubhouse can be. Diana shares how BIN continues to grow and strengthen the brain injury community. The message of hope she wants to share is “when you come to BIN as a member, we'll find a way to challenge you at your level.” This message is so powerful and uplifting for brain injury survivors because we know there is a haven for us to learn, grow, and acclimate back into life.Social Media www.thebind.orghttps://www.facebook.com/thebindorghttps://www.instagram.com/thebindorg/Send us a textSupport the showYou can find this episode's transcript here.New episodes drop every other Thursday everywhere you listen to podcasts.

In today's narration of Reddit stories, OP says her Mom has a traumatic brain injury and keeps saying that OP is in an abusive relationship even going so far to say that she either chooses her partner or her family.0:00 Intro0:21 Story 13:56 Story 1 Comments6:23 Story 1 Update 110:31 Story 1 Update 213:02 Story 1 Comments / OP's RepliesFor more viral Reddit stories, incredible confessions, and the best Reddit tales from across the platform, subscribe to the channel! I *try* :) to bring you the most entertaining Reddit stories, carefully selected from top subreddits and narrated for your enjoyment. Whether you love drama, revenge, or heartwarming moments, this channel delivers the most captivating Reddit content. New videos uploaded daily featuring the best Reddit stories you won't want to miss!#redditupdate #redditrelationship #redditstoriesreddit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) like concussions are not uncommon, especially in children and older adults. These injuries can have both short-term and lasting effects on the brain, but what about their impact on cognitive function? Dr. Deling He of UW–Madison's Cognitive-Communication in Aging and Neurogenic Disorders Laboratory (CCANDL) lab joins the podcast to discuss her research on the connections between TBI, speech pathology and cognition and what her study findings mean for people with a history of TBI. Guest: Deling He, PhD, postdoctoral research associate, Cognitive-Communication in Aging and Neurogenic Disorders Laboratory, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, UW–Madison Show Notes Read the study from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), “Traumatic Brain Injury Strikes 1 in 8 Older Americans,” mentioned by Dr. Chin at 0:30 on the UCSF website. Learn more about Dr. He's study in the article, “TBI linked to long-term cognitive decline in preclinical Alzheimer's disease,” published on Healio's website. Learn more about the Cognitive-Communication in Aging and Neurogenic Disorders Laboratory (CCANDL) on their lab website. Learn more about Dr. He on the CCANDL website. Connect with us Find transcripts and more at our website. Email Dementia Matters: dementiamatters@medicine.wisc.edu Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Subscribe to the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center's e-newsletter. Enjoy Dementia Matters? Consider making a gift to the Dementia Matters fund through the UW Initiative to End Alzheimer's. All donations go toward outreach and production.

Got your eyes checked lately? Not only are your eyes windows to your soul, they can also be indicators of hypertension, diabetes, and even neurological issues like brain tumors. Dr. Motley sits down with Dr. Jamie Ho, a doctor of optometry with a neurological focus, to explore how injuries and traumas to the head, as well as a whole host of other things, can influence vision issues and break down her whole body approach to eye health.  Want more of the Ancient Health Podcast? Check out Doctor Motley's YouTube channel! ------  Follow Doctor Motley! Instagram TikTok Facebook Website Follow Dr. Ho www.hovisiongroup.com info@hovisiongroup.com ------  *Sign up for Doctor Motley's newsletter for more TCM tips, frequency medicine pearls of wisdom and his takes on vital health topics: https://www.doctormotley.com/ *Do you want to hear more from Dr. Motley on infections, as well as healing the brain and other organs?  Find full courses in his membership. If you want to explore it risk-free for 15 days and bring your questions to his weekly lives you can join here: https://www.doctormotley.com/15 * Y'all… not all Vitamin C is created equal.

What happens when life doesn't just take a detour—but completely reroutes your future? In this deeply moving episode of Plucky Not Perfect, I'm joined by Erika Brouillette—mom, caregiver, advocate, podcast host, and founder of Reclaim: TBI Wives. Erika shares her story of becoming a full-time caregiver overnight when her husband suffered a severe traumatic brain injury, and how that moment reshaped her identity, faith, boundaries, and purpose. We talk about: Advocating for a child with special needs—and a spouse with a traumatic brain injury Becoming a caregiver in the middle of crisis (and COVID) Losing yourself in survival mode—and how to slowly reclaim who you are The permission many women need to care for themselves without guilt Setting boundaries after years of people-pleasing Finding hope when doctors give none Why community matters when no one else truly “gets it” Gratitude, faith, and recognizing glimmers of hope in the darkest seasons Erika also shares how her own healing led her to create a space for other women walking similar roads—women who are so often asked how their husband is doing, but rarely how they are. This conversation is for anyone who has found themselves living a life they didn't plan—and is learning how to keep going anyway. Connect with Erika: Website & Community: Reclaim TBI Wives Podcast: Real Lives of TBI Wives Socials: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok Connect with your host:  Carrie  

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Flogging Molly leader Dave King opens up for the first time about the traumatic brain injury that he suffered earlier this year that doctors say nearly ended his life. He was told by doctors as he was leaving the hospital that he was a “miracle.” During our conversation, Dave spoke about the scary incident that required him to undergo three brain surgeries and led to him spending three weeks in a coma, and the road to recovery he's been on every since. His mood was nothing but positive and uplifting, and he says that, considering what he's gone through, he's doing really well. As he steadily recovers, he's preparing to make his return to the stage at the October 2026 edition of Flogging Molly's Salty Dog Cruise. He also mentioned potential plans to play Warped Tour in 2026 and he told us that he's already been writing new Flogging Molly songs. He also reminisced about the band's memorable first Warped Tour appearance, working with Steve Albini, and more. ** Credits: Hosted & produced by Andrew Sacher Mixed and mastered by Nick Gray Theme music by Michael Silverstein Cover photo by James Richards IV

For years now, scientists have shown that daily exposure to bright light therapy, which simulates the intensity of outdoor light, can be beneficial for people with insomnia and other sleep disorders, Seasonal Affective Disorder or other forms of depression. But what if bright light therapy can help people recover from concussions or other traumatic brain injuries? And what if it can also lower the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s, which people with TBIs are at higher risk for?    Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University were recently awarded a $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to explore these questions and possibly unlock more secrets about sleep and its effect on health. The OHSU researchers will recruit nearly 120 military veterans who have suffered a TBI. The participants will be given a light box to use at home for one hour each morning for four weeks. Blood samples will be drawn from participants to look for changes in markers that signal inflammation in the brain and changes in oxygen uptake in brain cells.    MRI scans of participants’ brains will also help reveal if the bright light therapy has improved activity of the glymphatic system - a relatively recent discovery about the role of sleep in reducing toxins that can lead to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Joining us for more details of the study and to share new insights about sleep science is Jonathan Elliott, assistant professor of neurology and co-director of the Sleep & Health Applied Research Program at OHSU.

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Last September, we were joined in studio by Quin native Owen O'Brien to talk about his son Cillian, who had suffered life changing injuries following a sudden collapse in school this year. Cillian's collapse on the 5th of February last was caused by a rare condition called Arteriovenous Malformation. The 12 year-old sustained a catastrophic brain bleed and was rushed to Temple Street Children's Hospital. Cillian's acquired brain injury affected his speech to the point where he was non-verbal, his vision was compromised, and he was physically unable to support himself. An iDonate campaign had been set up with a target of €300,000, to help provide accessible and future proofed living space at the family home in Galway. Fundraising has continued both locally and further afield to help the O'Brien's achieve that goal. Pat Ryan, co-founder of QCM cycling club is the latest to undertake a fundraiser for Cillian. He and his fellow co-founder Liam Kitson are undertaking a sponsored cycle (Saturday, December 20th) from Cillian's grandmother's house in Quin to Cillian's house in Galway city and back to Quin on the same day. Alan Morrissey on Tuesday's Morning Focus spoke with Pat Ryan, co-founder of QCM cycling club. Photo (c) Pat Ryan

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Dom D'Agostino is a neuroscientist and professor at the forefront of metabolic therapies, including ketogenic diets, exogenous ketones, and hyperbaric oxygen. In this episode, Dom breaks down nutritional versus supplemental ketosis, defines meaningful ketone thresholds, and outlines practical ways to achieve ketosis. He explains how a ketogenic diet can support metabolic health and weight loss, and advises on how to maintain adequate protein and avoid common mistakes. Dom surveys the growing landscape of exogenous ketones—from salts and esters to 1,3-butanediol—and effective pairings like caffeine, MCT oil, and alpha-GPC. He highlights the role of ketogenic therapy in cancer (particularly glioblastoma) and its promise for neurodegenerative diseases. The conversation also covers recommended hyperbaric oxygen protocols for brain injuries and cognitive function, situations where fasting or ketones offer cognitive and anti-inflammatory benefits, and touches on the carnivore diet as a ketogenic variant with potential relevance for autoimmune and metabolic conditions. We discuss: Dom and Peter's shared interest in ketosis, and Dom's scientific journey [2:30]; Dom's work for the Navy on oxygen toxicity [7:00]; Nutritional ketosis defined: physiology, biomarkers, and how fasting and diet generate therapeutic ketones [15:00]; The historical roots of ketogenic diets in epilepsy treatment, and evidence showing ketones reduce seizure activity and strengthen brain resilience [19:00]; Dom's personal experience on the ketogenic diet: tracking macros, getting enough protein, and monitoring ketone levels [24:15]; Using a ketogenic diet for weight loss: Dom's guidance on protein, fiber, calorie tracking, lipid monitoring, and more [31:00]; Protein on ketogenic diets: Dom's rationale for higher intake and muscle preservation [38:00]; Incorporating carbohydrates into keto: timing, high-fiber foods, and other considerations [41:30]; The carnivore diet: whether this diet induces ketosis, how it functions metabolically, and why it may help individuals with autoimmune conditions [44:15]; Early exogenous ketones: how 1,3-butanediol works, its liver toxicity risk, and why ketone esters replaced it [48:15]; The progression of exogenous ketones: why BHB monoesters and ketone salts emerged as better alternatives to 1,3-butanediol for ketone supplementation [59:30]; Ketone salts: easing the transition into ketosis, dosing, and how they compare to ketone esters [1:04:00]; The differences between D- and L-β-hydroxybutyrate, and how racemic mixtures may elevate ketones longer and offer unique biological effects [1:09:30]; How ketosis may boost NAD, and why NAD supplements have fallen short so far [1:16:30]; Emerging evidence for using a ketogenic diet to treat anorexia and other psychiatric disorders [1:20:30]; Potential cognitive and performance benefits of ketone supplementation, and why pushing ketones too high can be dangerous [1:23:45]; Applications for ketone esters, and why ketone salts or MCT-blended formulations may be safer and more practical for most people [1:29:15]; The role of a ketogenic diet in treating cancer [1:34:45]; The potential of a ketogenic diet for treating Alzheimer's disease [1:45:45]; Tools for cognitive enhancement: ketones, alpha-GPC, MCT, caffeine, strategic fasting, and more [1:53:45]; Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for concussion, TBI, PTSD, and cognitive function, including protocols and dosing approaches [1:55:30]; Peter's takeaways, recommended products, and additional resources to learn more [2:03:00]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, is a neurodegenerative disease linked to repeated head injuries. It has been found in professional athletes, soldiers, and others who have experienced years of those traumas. New research from Harvard Griffin GSAS alumni Chanthia Ma and Guanlan Dong may help us better understand this condition. Their study looks at the smallest units of brain biology—individual neurons—and finds surprising clues written in the DNA itself. Using single-cell genome sequencing, they discovered that neurons in people with CTE carry distinctive patterns of genetic damage—patterns that may overlap with those seen in Alzheimer's disease. In this episode of Colloquy, Ma discusses how her work not only sheds light on how brain trauma leads to long-term decline but also hints at possible shared mechanisms across different neurodegenerative conditions.

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For a decade, Alex has been her own case study. Testing everything. Refining everything. Keeping what works and discarding what doesn't. This episode pulls you into that world. The world where recovery is shaped in the 23 hours outside therapy. The world where curation matters more than willpower. And where the smallest edits become the architecture of a life that feels possible again.This episode walks you through:Why “high functioning” has nothing to do with luck and everything to do with systemsThe micro decisions that hold a brain that no longer functions the way it used toHow Alex engineered her lifestyle to hide limitations without avoiding themThe role of food order, diet, supplements, movement, and environmental designWhy real rest looks different for a rebuilding brainThe mistake people make when they stack too many changes at onceThe 21-day rule that rebuilt her routines, identity, and capacityHow to choose the one edit that genuinely moves your life forwardWhat it actually looks like to curate the 23 hours a day you're on your ownWhy your life changes when you change what you controlTo get What You Build From Here on Amazon click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠.To join The Brain Edit™ Community click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠.To get on Alex's Email List click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠.To connect with Alex on Instagram click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠.

What Would Happen If You Couldn't Speak for Yourself? Have you ever wondered who would look after your life's details if you couldn't?   In this episode David has a conversation Jody Maffett, who was thrust into that exact situation when her father suffered a traumatic brain injury.   Hear how she turned a family crisis into a heartfelt – and surprisingly funny – journal that's helping families be better prepared for the unexpected.   For David's book, other resources and more visit www.davidedey.com

Dr Irwin Gill, Fellow of the Faculty of Paediatrics, Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, on E-scooter accidents becoming the No. 1 cause of Traumatic Brain Injury among children.

Did you like this episode? Send us a text message and share your thoughts!“I always believed I was bringing my husband home. I also believed he could not come home to an empty barn. I was going to do everything to make sure there were cows here. He needed something to fight for.”In this episode of Cow-Side Conversations, Kerri Weber of Rustik Dairy LLC in Franklin County, Pennsylvania opens up about her journey navigating her husband Rob's unexpected brain aneurysm 15 months ago. After more than 100 days in hospitals and rehab centers, Rob returned home to the farm just in time for Thanksgiving last year. This season is a reminder of what they walked through and how blessed they are to still have Rob with them. During the podcast, Kerri describes how their journey in dairy farming started and where they are now. Eight years ago, she and Rob started dairy farming from scratch, renting different facilities and growing their herd until they entered into a partnership with two brothers. About four weeks after her husband's brain injury, Kerri was faced with finishing the transition process on her own and making the decision to sell the cows or buy out the rest of the partnership. Knowing Rob needed to come home to a full barn, Kerri made a decision to move forward with the transition. She reflects on her decision-making process, the trusted team they've built, the community that stepped up, and the simple joys she gathers from her animals and children. Ultimately, Kerri has learned how to be grateful for each day and for what they have even when the circumstances are not what she expected them to be.

The Faculty of Paediatrics at the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is calling for urgent action as e-scooter accidents have now become the leading cause of traumatic brain injury among children, according to a new report. We discuss further with Dr Irwin Gill, Consultant Paediatrician, Fellow of the Faculty of Paediatrics and co- author of the paper.

How does a traumatic brain injury affect the way you cook and eat? Filmmaker Cheryl Green, who has a brain injury, satirizes her own experiences in the kitchen in a short video called “Cooking With Brain Injury.” This week Dan talks with Cheryl about what it means to live with an invisible disability, how it affects her cooking, and why asking for help can be a beautiful thing. Plus, Cheryl records herself making a meal.Watch “Cooking With Brain Injury” with audio description or without. Cheryl is the co-founder of POD Access, whose mission is to support deaf and disabled podcasters. Her podcast Pigeonhole includes an episode about recording herself for The Sporkful and talking about the activist Alice Wong.This episode originally aired on April 5, 2021, and was edited by Tracey Samuelson. The Sporkful team now includes Dan Pashman, Emma Morgenstern, Andres O'Hara, Kameel Stanley, Jared O'Connell, Morgan Johnson, and Jazzmin Sutherland.Right now, Sporkful listeners can get three months free of the SiriusXM app by going to siriusxm.com/sporkful. Get all your favorite podcasts, more than 200 ad-free music channels curated by genre and era, and live sports coverage with the SiriusXM app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode opens the new season with the kind of honesty most people only share behind closed doors. For the first time, Alex hands the mic to her best friend Mari to ask the questions she's avoided answering publicly for years. The car accident. The collapse. The identity shift. Motherhood. The rebuilding. This is the unfiltered story behind The Brain Edit and the woman who created it. If you've ever wondered what actually happened, this conversation gives you the truth.00:02 — The Accident That Changed EverythingHow the crash unfolded in a single instant and why it reshaped her entire life.00:04 — The Physical AftermathWhat the injuries looked like behind the scenes and how they altered her daily capacity.00:26 — The Moment She Let GoA deeper look at the surrender that forced her to stop gripping the old version of herself.00:27 — Releasing High-Performance IdentityWhy the traits she once took pride in no longer fit the woman she was becoming.00:28 — When the Old Self Falls AwayThe fundamental parts of her identity she had to leave behind in order to rebuild.00:59 — Learning to Receive CareHow letting others help became one of the hardest and most humbling parts of recovery.01:00 — Pregnancy and Motherhood with a Brain InjuryWhat it meant to navigate pregnancy, depletion, and early motherhood while healing.01:18 — Boundaries and the People Who StayHow her relationships shifted, what she no longer tolerates, and why her voice holds new weight.01:50 — You Don't Owe the World a ComebackA powerful reminder that the goal is not becoming who you were, but becoming who you are now.To get What You Build From Here on Amazon click ⁠HERE⁠.To join The Brain Edit™ Community click ⁠HERE⁠.To get on Alex's Email List click ⁠HERE⁠.To connect with Alex on Instagram click ⁠HERE⁠.

A 30 year old man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison with the final two years suppended for an attack that left his aunt with permanent brian injuries in Co. Monaghan.

Suffering a brain injury shortly after giving birth to twin boys while living in Nigeria rocked Melinda Taylor's world and that of her family but through the support of her husband and local community she gradually recovered and went on to build a hugely successful career. In this episode, Melinda tells Elizabeth and Julia what she remembers from the time shortly after a routine operation went wrong and put her on a different life trajectory, 25 years ago. She discusses her recovery, bringing up her children whilst very ill in hospital as well as the issues she had with her speech. Plus, how a mentor breathed belief into her, initiating her to have a a hugely successful, global career in education improvement around the world, latterly working with the American department USAID.  Melinda talks about the support she had from her husband John over the years, how she was reluctant to reveal her brain injury to work colleagues and how she is adapting and living life now she has taken a break from working. On A Good Day Thank you for listening to On A Good Day! Please go back and catch up on any missed episodes. For a full recap of Elizabeth and Julia's stories, listen to ⁠⁠episode #1: How Brain Injury Came Into Our Lives - And Changed Them Forever⁠⁠.  Please share this podcast with others it will benefit and subscribe, rate and review to help make it more visible! We'd be so grateful! Connect with Us On ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ @onagood.day and ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ @onagood_day And you can join our ⁠⁠Facebook community too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the key to brain injury recovery isn't another prescription—but learning how to detoxify your brain and body naturally?In this episode of Better Health Bookshelf, Dr. Ayla Wolf, a leading expert in functional neurology and author of The Concussion Breakthrough, reveals what most doctors miss about post-concussion syndrome and how natural approaches can help the brain heal itself. For anyone still battling headaches, brain fog, or fatigue after a concussion, this episode offers practical hope and proven steps for natural concussion recovery.Listeners will discover:How to detoxify the brain to reduce inflammation and restore clarity.Why conventional medicine often overlooks the root causes of lingering symptoms.Simple, natural steps to support lasting recovery and better brain health.Listen now to learn real solutions and strategies you can use today.Get your copy of The Concussion Breakthrough to take the next step in your healing journey.If you find this episode helpful, please consider subscribing and sharing it with friends and family.

Vermont ranks as one of the most active states in the country, according to the CDC. It makes sense for a state filled with mountains, trails, and a huge lake. Outdoor activities keep our population healthy, but some of the most beloved activities pose risks, especially to our brains, like hockey, climbing, skiing, and snowboarding.We hear tips from injury prevention expert Tara Grenier on how to lower your risk of brain injury, including the proper way to wear a helmet. Pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Katrina Ducis explains what a concussion is, and how concussion treatment recommendations have changed in recent years. And Jess Leal, executive director of the Brain Injury Alliance of Vermont, shares how her organization helps connect traumatic brain injury survivors with support and resources.Broadcast live on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

Melbourne Storm star Eliesa Katoa will miss the 2026 NRL season as he continues his recovery from brain surgery. The 25 year-old copped multiple head knocks while on test duty with Tonga during the Pacific Championships earlier this month. He suffered seizure activity on the sideline and was taken to hospital, where he had surgery on a brain bleed. After a two-week hospital stay in Auckland, the Storm has confirmed Katoa is now back home in Melbourne and under the care of the club's medical team. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Lisa Owen.

Date: November 12, 2025 Reference: Taccone et al. Restrictive vs Liberal Transfusion Strategy in Patients With Acute Brain Injury The TRAIN Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA 2024 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Alex Weiler is an Emergency Department staff physician in the Peterborough Regional Health Centre and is an associate professor with Queen’s University Department of Family Medicine.  […] The post SGEM#492: Give Blood – To Anemic Patients with Acute Brain Injuries first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

Join host Lisa as she chats with Dr. Elizabeth Harris from Brain Health and Biofeedback about her journey from traditional medicine to holistic brain health. Discover links between dental health and wellness, treatments like plasmalogens and CO2 optimisation, and advanced tech such as CVAC and NeuroField. Perfect for those battling post-concussion syndrome, long COVID, POTS, Thyroid, Gut problems or chronic health issues, plus plans for New Zealand clinics! Connect with Dr. Harris: Website: Brain Health and Biofeedback For more episodes like this one with Dr. Harris's check out these episodes: Dr. Mark Gordon - Hormones, Brain Injuries, And Neuroinflammation Dr. Dale Bredesen - How to Prevent and Reverse Alzheimers & Neurodegeneration  

William Person is a former Olympic bobsledder for Team USA. He talks about what it was like flying 90 mph down the ice, taking up to 80 Gs, and what happened after the cheering stopped: brain fog, headaches, memory and focus loss, sensitivity to sound and light, disorientation, depression, and suicidal thoughts.We talk about the hidden suffering in sports, how CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) might relate to ADHD and other mental health struggles, why so many athletes and veterans go untreated, and the deadly consequences that follow. William shares his lowest moments, his fight to stay alive, and how hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) helped him when nothing else could.Connect & Learn More

Phil Briggs with Army Combat Veteran Boone Cutler discuss a tribute to a veteran who changed things for other servicemen and woman who suffered traumatic brain injury.

Tanika Connesero is a brain injury survivor and health care coach whose personal journey emboldened her to assist family members. Multiple people in her family had TBIs and her mother had a stroke. We all have experienced those life challenges where our children get injured in sporting events or just falling in the shower. Do I need to seek medical advice? Do I just monitor them at home? Tanika, because of her concussions, was in a unique position to identify the TBI signs, navigate through the diagnostic process, and advocate for her family members. Listen in as you hear her share her story, how nutrition plays a critical role in recovery, and why you should never give up because you are a walking miracle.Guest Social Media info - https://www.instagram.com/aloholisticwellness/https://www.facebook.com/AloHolisticWellness Send us a textSupport the showYou can find this episode's transcript here.New episodes drop every other Thursday everywhere you listen to podcasts.

Last September, we were joined in studio by Owen O'Brien to talk about his son Cillian, who had suffered life changing injuries following a sudden collapse in school this year. Caused by a rare condition called Arteriovenous Malformation, young Cillian sustained a catastrophic brain bleed and was rushed to Temple Street Children's Hospital. Cillian's acquired brain injury affected his speech to the point where he was non-verbal, his vision was compromised, and he was physically unable to support himself. An iDonate campaign had been set up with a target of €300,000, to help provide accessible and future proofed living space at the family home. On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dónall O'Connor from Doora, who is doing his part to help with that mission. You can donate by going to this link https://www.gofundme.com/f/100km-walk-in-a-day-fundraiser-bringcillianhome Photo (c) Go Fund Me

Shaurya Taran, MD, joins CHEST® Journal Podcast Moderator Alice Gallo De Moraes, MD, FCCP, to discuss his research into the association between low-tidal-volume ventilation and mortality in patients with acute brain injuries receiving mechanical ventilation.   DOI: 10.1016/j.chest.2025.06.042 Disclaimer: The purpose of this activity is to expand the reach of CHEST content through awareness, critique, and discussion. All articles have undergone peer review for methodologic rigor and audience relevance. Any views asserted are those of the speakers and are not endorsed by CHEST. Listeners should be aware that speakers' opinions may vary and are advised to read the full corresponding journal article(s) for complete context. This content should not be used as a basis for medical advice or treatment, nor should it substitute the judgment used by clinicians in the practice of evidence-based medicine. 

In this powerful episode of Life Gets MoCrazy, Jamie MoCrazy sits down with former Team USA bobsled athlete William Person, whose nine-year athletic career left him battling the devastating effects of CTE. At his lowest point, William could barely get up off the floor—plagued by vertigo, confusion, and depression. But a chance discovery of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), inspired by NFL legend Joe Namath, changed everything.Now, William is on a mission to open a nonprofit CTE Recovery Center that will offer athletes and military veterans free access to HBOT and other life-restoring treatments. His story is one of courage, hope, and a determination to give others the same second chance he found.In this episode, we talk about:William going from top of his game as a Team USA Athlete to vertigo, headaches, confusion, and anger so badly he could barely get up off the floorDiscovering HBOT as a healing modality for his CTE through former NFL great Joe NamathToday, William is on a mission to open a CTE Recovery Center to bring treatment and reprieve to athletes and military veterans in need of care, at no cost to themLinks:GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/93ff9c6e  To raise funds to open a CTE Recovery Center for athletes and military veterans battling CTE like symptoms to receive care without the burden of costSocial Media: @onemanwithachamberFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/one.man.with.a.chamber.hbot?mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.facebook.com/william.person.792233LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/william-person-4072b417/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/willp1234567?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrYouTubehttps://youtube.com/@braininjurysurvival?si=KfTK-iFXlhLORgQCTikTokOne man with a chamber HBOT (@hyperbarichealing) | TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@hyperbarichealing?_t=ZT-8zD0dNeEvPi&_r=1_More about William Person: William is a former nine-year Team USA Bobsled athlete whose career left him battling the devastating effects of CTE. At his lowest point, he could barely get up off the floor, lost in confusion, depression, and deteriorating brain. Hope came when he discovered Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, which restored clarity in his thinking, color to his vision, and purpose to his life. Today, William is on a mission to raise awareness of brain damage in sports, the importance of protecting and healing the brain, and he's on a mission to open a nonprofit CTE Recovery Center to help athletes and veterans heal at no cost to them.

  International research to understand the relationship between degenerative brain diseases and head knocks that occur in contact sports continues to develop, with New Zealand researchers calling for a delay for children's involvement in contact sports until they are older. Risk factors are not exclusive to concussions, or to professional players. Producer Jasmine Gray spoke to Dr. Helen Murray, Senior Research Fellow and Head of Brain Injury & Neurodegeneration Research at Waipapa Taumata Rau, about the recommendation to delay contact sports to reduce the risk of degenerative brain diseases later in life.

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Contributor: Aaron Lessen, MD Educational Pearls: Traumatic Brain Injuries are a frequent complaint in the Emergency Department and have increased in recent years. The American Association for Surgery of Trauma (AAST) has created Brain Injury Guidelines (BIG), in an attempt to categorize brain injuries and the level of treatment they require. They are… BIG 1 Normal neuro exam Not intoxicated Not on anticoagulation or antiplatelet medications Minimal findings on head CT No fracture 8 mm bleed (subdural, epidural, intraparenchymal (or more than 2 locations)) “Scattered” subarachnoid hemorrhage Intraventricular hemorrhage     Full treatment, admission to trauma center, neurosurgery evaluation References Joseph B, Friese RS, Sadoun M, Aziz H, Kulvatunyou N, Pandit V, Wynne J, Tang A, O'Keeffe T, Rhee P. The BIG (brain injury guidelines) project: defining the management of traumatic brain injury by acute care surgeons. J Trauma Acute Care Surg. 2014 Apr;76(4):965-9. doi: 10.1097/TA.0000000000000161. PMID: 24662858. Joseph B, Obaid O, Dultz L, Black G, Campbell M, Berndtson AE, Costantini T, Kerwin A, Skarupa D, Burruss S, Delgado L, Gomez M, Mederos DR, Winfield R, Cullinane D; AAST BIG Multi-institutional Study Group. Validating the Brain Injury Guidelines: Results of an American Association for the Surgery of Trauma prospective multi-institutional trial. J Trauma Acute Care Surg. 2022 Aug 1;93(2):157-165. doi: 10.1097/TA.0000000000003554. Epub 2022 Mar 28. PMID: 35343931. Summarized by Jeffrey Olson, MS4 | Edited by Jeffrey Olson and Jorge Chalit, OMS4 Donate: https://emergencymedicalminute.org/donate/

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Theresa E. Pancotto, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Neurology), CCRP, to talk about her recent Clinician's Brief article, “Traumatic Brain Injury in a Dog.” Dr. Pancotto delivers point after point of useful information for diagnosing TBI, assessing severity, and providing the most effective therapies.Resource:https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/tbi-dog-treatment-quizContact:podcast@instinct.vetWhere To Find Us:Website: CliniciansBrief.com/PodcastsYouTube: Youtube.com/@clinicians_briefFacebook: Facebook.com/CliniciansBriefLinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/showcase/CliniciansBrief/Instagram: @Clinicians.BriefX: @CliniciansBriefThe Team:Alyssa Watson, DVM - HostAlexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

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Guest: Hannah Patten MSP, CCC-SLPEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/brain-injury-and-the-pediatric-slpPediatric brain injuries can happen for many different reasons, and they may affect speech, language, feeding, and even result in dysphagia. For many SLPs, working with children who have a brain injury can feel overwhelming, especially if this is a new population for you.In this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, sits down with Hannah Patten, MSP, CCC-SLP, from the Mayo Clinic. Hannah shares the most common causes of pediatric brain injuries, current evidence-based approaches for evaluation and treatment, and practical interventions that can make a real difference.You will leave with functional resources, new ideas, and the confidence to bring hope and support to these little ones and their families.About the Guest(s): Hannah Patten is a speech-language pathologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, working in acute care and as part of the Aerodigestive Clinic. She is involved in research projects examining the relationship between oropharyngeal dysphagia and aspiration-related lung disease. She previously worked at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta in inpatient rehabilitation and completed her clinical fellowship at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center. Her clinical interests include dysphagia across the lifespan, dysphagia evaluation and treatment in the ICU, pediatric and neonatal feeding and swallowing dysfunction, and tracheostomy and ventilator dependence.

On this episode of "The Valley Today," host Janet Michael welcomed listeners to a heartfelt and informative discussion about brain injury support in the Shenandoah Valley. Joined by Gina Hilliard, President of the Luray Page Chamber of Commerce, and special guests Sarah Outler and Lisa Bell from Brain Injury Connections of the Shenandoah Valley, the conversation shed light on the challenges faced by survivors and the vital resources available to them. Understanding Brain Injury: More Than Meets the Eye From the outset, the guests emphasized that brain injuries come in many forms. Lisa Bell, Northern Region Case Manager, explained the distinction between traumatic brain injuries—often caused by external events like car accidents or sports injuries—and acquired brain injuries, which can result from strokes, aneurysms, or medical incidents. Importantly, the organization supports individuals with both types, except for those born with brain injuries. Sara Outler, Outreach and Advancement Manager, highlighted the organization's client-centered approach. "Every brain injury is unique," she noted, underscoring the importance of tailoring support to each individual's goals and needs. All services are provided free of charge, thanks to grants and community funding, ensuring accessibility for everyone in need. Case Management: Guiding the Path to Recovery Transitioning from definitions to real-life impact, the conversation delved into the role of case managers. Lisa described how she connects clients with community resources, assists with practical needs like housing or volunteering, and supports both survivors and their caregivers. Rather than doing everything for clients, she empowers them to take steps toward their own goals, fostering independence and confidence. Janet observed that such support is invaluable, especially for families who may feel lost after a loved one's injury. Lisa agreed, noting the scarcity of resources in rural areas and the importance of extending help to caregivers, who often face their own set of challenges. Programs That Make a Difference The discussion then turned to innovative programs offered by Brain Injury Connections. Sara introduced "Mind Matters," a new initiative focused on concussion awareness and recovery, particularly for youth athletes. She stressed the need for proper protocols and education for coaches, parents, and teachers, pointing out that children require longer recovery times than adults after a concussion. Additionally, the PALS program pairs survivors with volunteers for monthly social outings, combating the isolation that often follows a brain injury. Whether it's a coffee date or a shared hobby over Zoom, these connections help rebuild confidence and provide much-needed companionship. Building Awareness and Community Connections Throughout the episode, the guests emphasized the importance of spreading awareness. Many people who could benefit from services simply don't know they exist. Sara encouraged listeners to visit the organization's website (bicsv.org), where they can find resources, contact information, and details about support groups—both virtual and in-person. Lisa added that friends and family members unsure how to support a loved one with a brain injury are welcome to reach out for advice. The organization is committed to helping not just survivors, but their entire support network. Looking Ahead: Events and Engagement As the conversation wrapped up, Gina shared upcoming community events, including a business seminar on holiday marketing and a women's paint-and-sip evening. These gatherings, she noted, are opportunities to connect, learn, and support one another as the holiday season approaches.

What if you could improve your mitochondria, oxygen efficiency, and recovery in just 20 minutes a day—by breathing energized water? This episode explores one of the most surprising breakthroughs in biohacking and how it can help you live longer, think clearer, and perform better. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey talks with Rowena Gates, co-founder of NanoVi, a therapeutic device backed by biophysics research that supports protein repair and mitochondrial communication. Her work reveals how structured water inside your cells drives neuroplasticity, cellular regeneration, and stress resilience—offering a new pathway to recovery, energy, and longevity. You'll learn how structured water affects mitochondrial efficiency, how it compares to recovery methods like cold therapy and fasting, and why improved VO₂ max may correlate with a longer lifespan. Dave and Rowena also explore how NanoVi stacks with supplements, nootropics, ketosis, and functional medicine to enhance brain optimization, metabolism, and human performance. You'll Learn: • How structured water boosts mitochondrial function and VO₂ max • The difference between hydration and energized cellular water • What happens to your brain and heart rate variability in 20 minutes of NanoVi use • The link between water structure, protein repair, and recovery • How biohackers combine NanoVi with fasting, cold therapy, and sleep optimization for faster results • Why stronger mitochondrial communication can extend lifespan and upgrade cognitive function They explore how structured water, mitochondrial repair, and recovery science intersect to create a smarter approach to health and longevity. You'll also learn how optimizing cellular communication, oxygen efficiency, and stress resilience can accelerate healing, improve focus, and extend lifespan. This is essential listening for anyone serious about biohacking, human performance, and longevity, and for those who want to understand how functional biology and mitochondrial science are redefining recovery, energy, and aging. Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: NanoVi, Structured water, Energized water, Biohacking, Dave Asprey, Mitochondrial repair, Mitochondrial communication, Human performance, Longevity, Recovery science, Oxidative stress, Protein repair, Redox signaling, Cellular hydration, Functional medicine, VO₂ max, Neuroplasticity, Brain optimization, Cellular energy, Stress resilience, Cold therapy, Fasting, Sleep optimization, Breathwork, Nootropics, Metabolism, Oxygen efficiency, ATP production, Cellular regeneration, Anti-aging, Smarter Not Harder **To level up your mitochondria with a NanoVi: visit https://eng3corp.com/dave/ ** Resources: • Business of Biohacking Summit | Register to attend October 20-23 in Austin, TX https://businessofbiohacking.com/ • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Upgrade Collective: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com • 40 Years of Zen: https://40yearsofzen.com Timestamps: 0:00 — Trailer 1:25 — Introduction to NanoVi 4:01 — How to Use NanoVi 6:23 — Understanding Ordered Water 9:16 — Scientific Evidence & Studies 13:02 — Pricing & Accessibility 15:02 — Mitochondrial Function & MiScreen Results 19:55 — Brain Function & Cognitive Benefits 23:47 — How Ordered Water Works 27:34 — Cellular Communication & Fascia 30:14 — Heart Rate Variability & Stress Reduction 34:54 — Athletic Performance & Recovery 38:52 — Mental Health & Sleep Benefits 42:00 — Supplement Stacking 45:50 — Deep Sleep & Parasympathetic State 48:48 — Chronic Conditions & Fatigue 51:54 — Meditation & Brain Training 55:42 — Brain Injury & Resilience 59:36 — Conclusion & Where to Get It See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textCollege student Ellie Altman shares her incredible story of transformation after suffering two severe concussions that triggered daily, uncontrollable seizures. She details the shock of being misdiagnosed with generalized epilepsy and finding no relief from maximum medication dosages. Ellie reveals how functional neurology, coupled with unwavering faith, was the only path to healing. She describes the "new hope" she found when traditional medical approaches failed, achieving complete seizure freedom and recovering her cognitive life through neuroplasticity.Ellie's story is a testament to the power of never accepting "never." Her recovery culminated in achieving complete seizure freedom and successfully making the cut for her university's competitive a cappella group. Inspired by her own journey, Ellie is now pursuing her calling to become a functional neurologist, embodying the principle that sometimes your greatest trial becomes your greatest purpose. Products 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution StimPod STEMREGEN® Learn MoreFor more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit https://tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm

For over a century, vaccination has been repeatedly linked to severe neurological injuries including brain damage — with many modern studies showing a 3 to 7 fold increase in common chronic illnesses To dodge this massive liability, all research into vaccine injuries (and many other catastrophes like Agent Orange) was suppressed so that health authorities could claim there was “no evidence” of vaccine harm Another scheme was to redefine the brain injury as “autism” rather than encephalitis (which the U.S. government was legally required to provide injury compensation for) Previously, children with significant vaccine brain damage were referred to as “mentally retarded.” However, after a multi-decade campaign cancelled “retarded” they were instead diagnosed as autistic — a vague term which blurs severe and minor disability together, thereby effectively concealing the severe cases from the public's awareness This article will reveal the manipulative techniques and wordplay that have been used to conceal vaccine injuries from the public's awareness, as now is the time when we can at last end this atrocity

For decades, psychiatry has relied on treatments that are slow and often ineffective. But what if one intervention could reset the brain, break the grip of addiction, and open the door to an entirely new model of care? On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Nolan Williams, a Stanford neuropsychiatrist pioneering new therapies for substance use disorders, depression, PTSD, and traumatic brain injury. We dive into these fascinating topics and more; watch the full conversation on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts. You'll learn: • Why ibogaine is unlike any other psychedelic—and how it could reset the brain • Its promise for treating substance abuse disorders and breaking cycles of addiction • The safety step that makes ibogaine treatment possible for real patients • Why psychiatry is shifting from trial-and-error to targeted brain circuits Talks like this remind me just how close we are to real breakthroughs in mental health. Dr. Williams calls it psychiatry 3.0. It's a new era of treatments that actually heal the brain, and it gives me great hope for the future of medicine. View Show Notes From This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman's Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Join the 10-Day Detox to Reset Your Health https://drhyman.com/pages/10-day-detox Join the Hyman Hive for Expert Support and Real Results https://drhyman.com/pages/hyman-hive This episode is brought to you by Seed, Sunlighten, Function Health,Timeline, AirDoctor and Pique. Visit seed.com/hyman and use code 25HYMAN for 25% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. Visit sunlighten.com and save up to $1400 on your purchase with code HYMAN. Join today at FunctionHealth.com/Mark and use code HYMAN100 to get $100 toward your membership. Support essential mitochondrial health and save 10% on Mitopure. Visit timeline.com/drhyman to get 10% off today. Get cleaner air. Right now, you can get up to $300 off at airdoctorpro.com/drhyman. Receive 20% off FOR LIFE + a free Starter Kit with a rechargeable frother and glass beaker at Piquelife com/Hyman.