Podcasts about concussions

How do you navigate the evolving science and controversy of concussion care in athletes and beyond? On this episode of BackTable Bone & Sports, Dr. Larry Balle welcomes Dr. Ryan Stempniak to break down the fundamentals and emerging advances in concussion management. They define concussion pathophysiology, highlight why most injuries occur without loss of consciousness, and discuss delayed symptom onset that can complicate diagnosis and treatment. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction07:16 - Who Manages Concussions?12:21 - Defining and Understanding Concussions23:31 - Injury Mechanisms and Pathophysiology26:56 - Recognizing and Grading Symptoms35:00 - Assessment Tools: SCAT6 vs. SCOAT38:34 - Return-to-Play and Return-to-Learn50:42 - Medications, Supplements, and Treatment Advances57:10 - Concussion Subtypes and Individualized Care01:02:01 - Helmets, Wearables, and Emerging Technology01:10:11 - AI, Imaging, and Research Directions01:13:01 - Myths, Facts, and Protocol Updates01:16:57 - Closing Thoughts --- More about this episode The conversation covers mechanisms of injury, symptom assessment, sideline and office evaluation, and the critical role of return-to-learn before return-to-play. Drs. Balle and Stempniak discuss concussion subtypes, medication and supplement limitations, and the latest on helmets, wearables, and AI-driven research. They also emphasize individualized care plans, the importance of school and work accommodations, and practical strategies for clinicians managing this complex and ever-changing condition. --- ResourcesDr. Ryan Stempniakhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-stempniak-843545295/ --- BackTable Bone & Sports is the go-to podcast for orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine docs, pain specialists, and MSK radiologists. Download the free BackTable app to get early access to new episodes, cases, and courses curated by physicians in your specialty. ► https://www.backtable.com/app

Concussion is possibly the greatest threat to the football codes Australians love. Some insurers say head trauma has such potentially devastating lifelong consequences they won’t insure against it. So where does that leave the players who put their bodies - and brains - on the line? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. AFL concussion crisis deepens as players are stripped of head injury insurance Hostplus quietly targets AFL players with concussion cover as insurance crisis deepens Sponsor GMHBA ‘monitoring’ Geelong Cats closely over controversial concussion player pact Geelong Cats concussion waiver sparks push for mandatory player safety clauses Corporate standards forgotten by AFL directors ‘sniffing the liniment’ says Jeff Kennett This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Giants Pro Bowler Leonard Marshall joins Joe Rose to discuss the impact of CTE and brain health in football, including the movie Concussion and how it portrayed one of his former teammates. Marshall is promoting brain health training through Focus Brain Therapy and discusses efforts to help former football players dealing with conditions such as ALS and Parkinson's. He also reflects on playing alongside Lawrence Taylor, the Giants' tradition of dominant defenses, Bill Parcells' coaching style and his own journey back to school after football. Plus, Marshall looks back on winning two Super Bowls with the Giants.

Dr. Darren Candow is one of the world's leading researchers and authorities on creatine and joins me to separate what we know from what is still hype.Darren joins me to discuss:• How to sift through the evidence and hype surrounding creatine• What the research actually says about creatine and brain health• Whether creatine may have a role in concussion and head-trauma research• The current evidence around creatine and mental health• Whether creatine can help mitigate some effects of sleep deprivation• Creatine and bone health• How much creatine actually contributes to muscle growth and performance• Why strength and muscle matter for long-term independence• How creatine may influence training quality• Creatine timing and whether the anabolic window matters• Loading protocols and daily dosing• Whether creatine may have a role during injury rehabilitation• How to interpret frightening headlines about creatine and cancer• Whether creatine has any meaningful role in cancer research• Creatine safety data, including concerns about kidney health• Why elevated creatinine does not automatically mean kidney damage• Whether caffeine interferes with creatine• The best type of creatine to take• Why some specialty creatine products may simply cost more without providing additional benefit• Popular creatine myths• Microdosing and other exciting areas for future research• And much moreFollow Darren on Instagram:@dr.darrencandowCHAPTERS00:45 Creatine Basics and Muscle Saturation04:23 Creatine and Brain Health: Hype vs. Evidence08:51 Creatine and Sleep Deprivation13:10 Concussions and Head Trauma17:51 Creatine and Mental Health19:47 Safety, Kidney Health, and Creatinine24:37 Homocysteine, Cancer, and Other Myths28:37 How Much Muscle Does Creatine Actually Build?29:27 Strength, Muscle, and Long-Term Independence30:17 Bone and Brain Health31:32 Creatine and Training Quality34:19 The Best Forms of Creatine37:32 Timing and the Anabolic Window39:52 Cost, Marketing, and the “Pink Tax”42:55 The Creatine and Caffeine Myth45:46 Loading Protocols and Injury Rehabilitation48:22 Future Research and Microdosing50:45 Cooking With Creatine and Final ThoughtsSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you better understand what creatine can—and cannot—do:• Subscribe and check out more episodes• Share the episode on social media and tag @andrewcoatesfitness• Send it to someone who still thinks creatine is only for bodybuildersFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP STRENGTH APPUse code COATESRP:https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJUST BITE ME MEALSUse code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off:https://justbitememeals.comMACROSFIRST — FREE PREMIUM TRIAL• Download MacrosFirst• Begin setting up your account• When asked, “How did you hear about us?” enter: ANDREWKNKG BAGS — 15% OFFhttps://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676VERSA GRIPPShttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC — FREE 90-DAY TRIAL• Visit: https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfree• Reply to the email you receive or email trials@trainheroic.com• Let them know Andrew sent youL1 BIOMECHANICS AND ASSESSMENT COURSEUse code COATES:https://pro.activelifeprofessional.com/assessmentworkshopevents

Time to Get Up with the Cowboys - where the d in Big D suddenly really stands for defense - is their latest move enough to put them over the top? Meanwhile - out West - the latest twist in the Book of Aaron - you'll hear why it's just about Done with Donald but what does it mean? Plus - the Blue in Big Blue stands for a tent! Action Jackson lit up again, is his story on the verge of ending before it even begins?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On 3AW Football, Geelong great Joel Selwood had his say on the entire concussion saga and Chris Scott's comments surrounding the situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Geelong great spoke about recent events happening at his former club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Geelong great spoke about recent events happening at his former club.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you haven't listened to part one please check it out here.Dr. Piya Sorcar, PhD, CEO TeachAids, Adjunct Professor of Pediatrics, Stanford School of Medicine talks to Lauren and Nick about concussion education and TeachAids in PART TWO. Leveraging her wealth of experience, including her previous program tackling HIV/AIDS education, Dr. Sorcar discuss the importance of genuine concussion education, free concussion education from TeachAids. Not simply telling athletes to not do something, or to remind them of the dangers, Piya and TeachAids, use the power of technology and peer messaging to really get through. In part two we talk about the education and communication aspect that has made TeachAids so effective and successful. Whether it's a fun game amongst friends or a more competitive official school or univesity league, TeachAids CrashCourse Concussion Education has become an increasingly important part of educating the public in the US, Canada, UK and globally. Did I mention it's free?!Check out all the free products that TeachAids CrashCourse has to offer and get started with your league!Concussion CrashCourse: https://teachaids.org/for-concussions/crashcourse/Concussion Story Wall: https://concussionstorywall.org/If you use VR, take advantage of the excellent interactive experience! If you don't have a VR set (like yours truly) the YouTube and 2D educational experiences are great as well!PLEASE SHARE, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE! WHATEVER THOSE OTHER PODCASTS AND YOUTUBE CHANNELS ASK YOU TO DO FOR THEM, DO FOR US TOO!Check us out on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook! @concussiontalk & @lziaksThank you!Subscribe and leave a review!Visit https://www.concussiontalk.com/ for more!Follow and subscribe! @concussiontalk on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook 2014 e-book, Detour: https://leanpub.com/detourFollow Lauren on Instagram @lziaksConcussion Talk Podcast discusses traumatic brain injury (TBI) by featuring interviews with experts (physiotherapists, doctors, researchers, athletes, community leaders, etc.) and people who have experienced TBI first-hand.Chronically dives deeper into concussions and brain injury as I team up with Lauren Ziaks; a DPT, ATC, and wealth of knowledge of chronic health conditions post-concussion. Join us as we interview more experts, spread awareness of brain injury and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eddie McGuire and Sam Docherty discuss the biggest issues from Round 22, including the controversy surrounding Geelong’s concussion deal, and the latest on the senior coaching roles at Essendon and Carlton. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Saeid Mushtagh shares his journey into naturopathic medicine and discusses the interconnected mind-body connection, particularly how brain injuries impact not just physical symptoms but also psychological and emotional processing. He explains how concussions create energy deficits in the brain due to mitochondrial dysfunction, requiring significant healing time and proper rest. Sleep is critically important for recovery and hormone balance, with Dr. Mushtagh recommending specific natural treatments like saffron, chaste berry, and pine pollen for hormone support.  Dr. Mushtagh explains that brain injuries can have long-lasting effects due to the brain's 7-year regeneration cycle, often leading to delayed symptoms like depression years after the initial injury. He notes that most available treatments focus on physical therapy rather than cognitive therapy, which can impact a patients' ability to work and maintain relationships. Dr. Mushtagh describes how brain injuries affect multiple systems including eye coordination and explains that initial treatment should address the brain's energy deficit by supporting mitochondrial function and cellular respiration. Jerry shared his personal experience with his son's concussions and ADHD diagnosis, finding the discussion particularly relevant to his audience in the "sandwich generation" who may have experienced poor head injury care in the 1980s and 1990s. Learn more at northshorend.ca Visit ConfidenceThroughHealth.com to find discounts to some of our favorite products.Follow me via All In Health and Wellness on Facebook or Instagram.Find my books on Amazon: No More Sugar Coating: Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World and Confidence Through Health: Live the Healthy Lifestyle God DesignedProduction credit: Social Media Cowboys

Dr. Kelli Uitenham is a nationally certified medical speech-language pathologist, Certified Brain Injury Specialist, and Assistant Clinical Professor at Northeastern University. As founder of Brain Talk Foundation, she has dedicated her career to raising awareness about concussions, TBI, and CTE in athletes — bringing that conversation into schools, athletic programs, and families nationwide. We talk a lot about performance in youth sports. We don't talk nearly enough about what repeated head impacts can do to a developing brain. Dr. Kelli is here to change that. In this episode, she breaks down what concussions really do to a young brain, the warning signs parents often miss, and how families can make more informed decisions about contact sports — protecting their children's future without taking away the sport they love. Connect with Dr. Kelli Brain Talk Foundation: braintalkfoundation.org Instagram: @drkellibraintalkslp Podcast: Kandid Konversations with Dr. Kelli If today's conversation resonated, I will send one idea every Friday for sports parents.  Subscribe at hernanchousa.com

Richmond great Matthew Richardson joins Jacqui Felgate every Wednesday afternoon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richmond great Matthew Richardson joins Jacqui Felgate every Wednesday afternoon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gerard Whately and Garry Lyon discuss Josh Fraser officially entering the race to be the next Carlton head coach and whether or not he even needs to go through a process! After a huge off-season and trade period, should Ross Lyon be under more pressure at the Saints? Or is next season the target. Plus, all the latest from the shock Geelong concussion waiver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFL journalist at The Age, Sam McClure, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFL journalist at The Age, Sam McClure, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eddie McGuire and Sam Docherty discuss the biggest issues from Round 22, including the controversy surrounding Geelong’s concussion deal, and the latest on the senior coaching roles at Essendon and Carlton. EDDIE AND JIMMY ON INSTAGRAM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NEW EPISODES EVERY WEEK Subscribe to the Geelong Clubcast → LiSTNR, Spotify & Apple Podcasts Looking for your team?All AFL Clubcasts → LINKTREE On this episode of the Geelong Cats Clubcast: • The heat is on at Geelong — The Agenda Setters weigh in as two of footy’s biggest power brokers land squarely in the firing line. Listen to the full Agenda Setter podcast here. • Stevie J puts the commentary box on notice and stakes his claim to one of footy’s most iconic trademarks.• The document nobody wants to talk about — Damien Barrett unpacks the controversial waiver, while Jimmy Bartel delivers the words that cut deepest.• AFL CEO Andrew Dillon fronts up on the Saturday Rub and answers the questions everyone wants answered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week it's NVIDIA Nemotron Ultra through Perplexity - my sub is running out soon. It made some pretty amazing mistakes and totally made up the references list at the end. I dunno, stick to making chips fellas cause this is a bit shit. Still, it's better than nothing. The clankers are still doing okay at the shownotes thing. Enjoy! --------SummaryMr. Insider and Hong Kong Jack open with the passing of Melbourne matriarch Kath Pettingill (91) and the grim, darkly comic history of the Pettingill–Allen clan — Dennis “Dr Death” Allen, the Stevenson Street fortress, and the Wall Street executions. They pivot to Victoria's suppression-order addiction (half the national total) and the Ralph Carr rape conviction that took 48 hours to un-suppress, then dissect IBAC's Operation Richmond into the UFU/CFA/FRV stitch-up — six years, no corruption findings, just “serious and concerning conduct.”Cross the border to NSW: ICAC's Operation Rosne is live, Jean‑Claude Perrottet is squirming in the box as Nassif's $2M bribe tapes play, and Jeremy Greenwood is ghosting from London. A detour through minority-government history (Gillard–Greens–Oakeshott–Windsor) segues into a housing-market stoush: banks forecasting −10%, the Budget saying +2%, and Tanya Plibersek claiming “best time ever for first‑home buyers.”The Cambridge sociologist Jason Arday unravels — non-verbal till 11, 600 miles in six days, 30 marathons in 35 days, a brain tumour, 7‑Up kid, £5.5M raised, AI‑written resignation letter — and the ABC's Four Corners hiring ex‑Mongol Mahmoud Fazal is flagged for next week. Fauci's diaries, RFK Jr.'s peptide purge, and COVID revisionism draw a furious rant. Ukraine's drone supremacy, PLA drone investment, and why NATO spending metrics miss the point.Sport: Trump's “club champ” grift, Geelong's secret concussion waiver (chaired by AFL Commission boss Craig Drummond), the wildcard-round tanking farce driven by betting partners, Tasmania signing Nigel Lappin, and Carlton's miraculous turnaround under Josh Fraser — Harry DeMattia, Jagga Smith, Wade Derksen, and a game plan now built on turnover footy. Matthew Stokes on club culture and troubled players. The Hundred's kid‑focused gimmickry, AFLW Ireland's skill explosion at North Sydney Oval, and a teaser on NRL/AFL media capture for next week.Timeline Time Segment0:25 Intro & Housekeeping – 7 Aug 2026, Hong Kong weather (“it's called summer”), Melbourne heat.1:18 Kath Pettingill & the Pettingill–Allen Dynasty – “Granny Evil” dies at 91; Dennis Allen (Mr Death), Peter Allen, Victor Pierce, Wall Street murders, Stevenson Street Richmond/Cremorne, Brian Murphy's $1,400/week payoff, chainsaws & 44‑gallon drums.7:03 Victoria's Suppression‑Order Addiction – >50% of national total; Ralph Carr (Dusty Martin's ex‑manager) convicted of raping employee; 48‑hour delay lifting suppression; “if you've got money you get away with it.”12:29 IBAC Operation Richmond (UFU/CFA/FRV) – Six‑year inquiry; “serious & concerning conduct” but no corrupt conduct; political fix for metropolitan/country fire boundary; “vanilla ICAC” vs NSW theatre; Dan Andrews' golf clubs.20:39 NSW ICAC Operation Rosne – Young Liberal operatives (Assaf, Ellis, Greenwood, Perrottet brothers); Jean Nassif ($2M bribe allegation, now in Lebanon), Michael O'Hara, Catholic Schools NSW (Dallas McInerney); targeting David Elliott & Building Commissioner David Chandler; Jean‑Claude Perrottet in the box, audio ambush.32:41 Minority Government & Coalitions of Convenience – Gillard–Greens–Oakeshott–Windsor “wedding ceremony”; Paul Kelly's verdict; “you don't need formal agreements”; Jim Cairns 1970s parallel; all the 2010 plotters now in gaming.40:52 Housing Market: Crash or Soft Landing? – Banks: −10% / $230B wiped; Budget: +2%; Tanya Plibersek's “best time ever” claim; negative equity, bank forbearance, 1990s commercial‑property playbook.46:30 Cambridge Professor Jason Arday: Fantasist or Fraud? – Youngest Black professor; didn't speak till 11, illiterate till 18, 600 miles/6 days, 30 marathons/35 days (last 9 with hairline fracture), 7‑Up claim, £5.5M raised (walked back), brain tumour during PhD; Cambridge defends, then folds; AI‑written resignation letter; Guardian pile‑on; “sociology standards are fuzzy.”51:23 ABC Four Corners & Mahmoud Fazal – Ex‑Mongols sergeant‑at‑arms hired; journalistic ethics vs “great life story”; teed up for next episode.56:34 Fauci, RFK Jr & COVID Revisionism – Fauci takes the Fifth; HHS servers now under Kennedy; “ICUs were empty” lie; double‑blind placebo ethics (Salk polio regret); FDA pulls six peptides off ban list with zero human data; “grifters at 4,000% markup”; healthcare workers threatened.1:04:05 Ukraine–Russia: Drone Wars & Asymmetric Shift – Ukrainians lead in AI‑guided, radar‑invisible drones; defender's advantage today ≠ tomorrow; PLA investing heavily; US big‑bureaucracy lag; Taiwan lesson — boots still needed.1:08:56 Golf: Trump's “Club Championship” – 80‑yo, 180‑yard drive, four‑handicap in prime; member confirms nudging, caddy collusion, card‑swapping; “four or five handicap? I'd never play again.”1:10:48 AFL: Geelong's Secret Concussion Deal – Undisclosed player, multiple concussions, waiver signed, cleared by board (chair Craig Drummond → AFL Commission chair); rival clubs furious; enforceability doubtful; “Geelong get umpired different.”1:14:41 Wildcard Round Tanking & Betting Partners – Greg Swan memo: “pick on merit or scrutiny”; Fremantle 2023 precedent; clubs 6–10 resting stars to keep week off; bookies complain → “don't bet that week.”1:17:13 Tasmania Devils: Nigel Lappin as Head of Development – “Best development coach in the comp”; development = sustained success (cf. Geelong under Lappin).1:18:45 Carlton's Blues Revival – Josh Fraser interim; Voss “coached like everyone was Michael Voss”; Fraser: “back yourselves”; turnover footy now elite (1st/2nd in every stat vs Brisbane); Harry DeMattia, Jagga Smith, Taylor Byrne; Wade Derksen's Darwin-to-rookie fairytale; Curnow→Sydney, Florent/Hayward win‑win; Jacob Weitering return looms.1:27:41 Matthew Stokes on Club Culture & Troubled Players – Ex‑Cat's own history; secrecy enables; consequences (pay cuts) needed; “don't let it fester inside the four walls.”1:29:25 Cricket: The Hundred (UK) – 100 balls, 5/10‑ball blocks, 20‑ball max per bowler; ECB: “engage 7–10 year olds”; dominates July/August; “poor man's T20,” wallpaper cricket; IPL money > Hundred money.1:34:21 AFLW: Ireland v Australia at North Sydney Oval – Sell‑out, Irish diaspora everywhere; skills unrecognisable from Year 1; Gaelic football base; “terrific spectacle.”1:36:09 NRL/AFL Media Capture Teaser – Gus Gould fined $20K for “game's stupid”; concussion denialism; AFL.com/ NRL.com in‑house content; “incestuous relationship” — deep dive next week.1:38:43 Wrap – Episode 167 recorded 7 Aug; thanks to Hong Kong Jack; see you next week.People & Entities MentionedCategory NamesCategory NamesMelbourne Underworld Kath Pettingill, Dennis Allen, Peter Allen, Victor Pierce, Vicki Pierce, Brian Murphy, Jack (Murphy's sidekick), Dennis “Dr Death” AllenVictorian Politics/Law Ralph Carr, IBAC, Operation Richmond, UFU, CFA, MFB, FRV, Dan Andrews, Craig Drummond (AFL Commission), Premier Ben CarrollNSW Politics/ICAC Jean‑Claude & Charles Perrottet, Robert Assaf, Christian Ellis, Jeremy Greenwood, Jean Nassif, Michael O'Hara, Dallas McInerney, Damien Tudehope, ICAC Operation RosneFederal/Historical Julia Gillard, Bob Brown, Adam Bandt, Wayne Swan, Tony Windsor, Rob Oakeshott, Jim Cairns, Gough Whitlam, Kevin Rudd, Stephen ConroyHousing/Economy Tanya Plibersek, RBA, major banksAcademia/Media Jason Arday (Cambridge), The Guardian, Mahmoud Fazal (Four Corners), ABCCOVID/Health Anthony Fauci, RFK Jr, FDA, NIH, HHSGeopolitics/Defence Ukraine, Russia, PLA, Taiwan, NATO GDP metricsSport — Golf Donald TrumpAFL Geelong Cats, Craig Drummond, Greg Swan, Fremantle, Ross Lyon, Tasmania Devils, Nigel Lappin, Carlton, Michael Voss, Josh Fraser, Harry DeMattia, Jagga Smith, Taylor Byrne, Wade Derksen, Charlie Curnow, Ollie Florent, Jack Hayward, Jacob Weitering, Matthew StokesCricket ECB, The Hundred, Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis, IPLAFLW Ireland women's team, North Sydney OvalMedia Gus Gould, Phil Gould, AFL Media, NRL MediaLinks & References (for show notes)IBAC Operation Richmond Report — https://www.ibac.vic.gov.au/investigations/operation-richmondNSW ICAC Operation Rosne Hearings (live) — https://www.icac.nsw.gov.au/operation-rosneRalph Carr Conviction & Suppression Order Lift — The Age / Herald Sun (early Aug 2026)Cambridge / Jason Arday Coverage — The Guardian “Grotesque racism” piece; Times Higher Education investigationFDA Peptide Decision (6 peptides delisted) — Federal Register / FDA press release, late July 2026AFL Wildcard Round & Tanking Memo — AFL.com.au / The Age (Greg Swan memo leak)Tasmania Devils Announce Nigel Lappin — AFL.com.au / The Mercury (early Aug 2026)The Hundred 2026 Schedule & Rules — ECB / Sky SportsAFLW Ireland v Australia Highlights — Kayo / Fox Footy / AFLW YouTube

Gerard Whately and Garry Lyon discuss all the continued fallout from the huge waiver concussion saga from Geelong that has sent shockwaves through the AFL. The team look through the AFL'S warning to all clubs, as questions emerge around where else this could have already happened. Plus, Adelaide's Taylor Walker calls time on his career: could he reach an elusive flag in his last season? And the remarkable run of the wildcard Blues! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports guru Mark Allen joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss all things sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swinburne University concussion researcher Professor Alan Pearce joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss a new study revealing AFL players’ risk of being injured more than doubles if they have been concussed in that season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former AFL player Joel Bowden brings a human perspective to the Geelong concussion saga.

Swinburne University concussion researcher Professor Alan Pearce joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss a new study revealing AFL players’ risk of being injured more than doubles if they have been concussed in that season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports guru Mark Allen joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss all things sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports guru Mark Allen joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss all things sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports guru Mark Allen joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss all things sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFL CEO Andrew Dillon joins the Saturday Rub in the box to face the hard questions regarding the Geelong Concussion Waiver; Damo uncovers that Bill's Horses aren't that good; JB tries to deflect that he was...; Plus we have Nuff, the Quiz and we're joined by Melbourne's Harry SharpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Moroux, owner of Acadiana Hyperbarics in Lafayette, joins Discover Lafayette to discuss mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the personal experiences that led her to the field, and her belief in giving the body the conditions it needs to heal and function at its best. A Lafayette native, Jessica earned her nursing degree from UL-Lafayette and began her career at Lafayette General, working on several different floors as she searched for the area of nursing that felt like the right fit. Her professional path eventually moved beyond traditional hospital care and into Rolfing, movement therapy, and integrative wellness. Jessica credits some of that outlook to her mother, whom she describes as an early adopter of ideas that today would fall under the umbrella of integrative wellness. Long before probiotics became commonplace, Jessica remembers her mother sprinkling acidophilus on the family's breakfast and taking an unconventional but thoughtful approach to health. As a nurse, Jessica valued traditional medicine and its importance, but found herself increasingly drawn to prevention and helping people maintain their health before they reached the point of hospitalization. “I really wanted to get more into preventative and optimization of health,” Jessica says. “I really wanted to help people stay out of the hospital and feel their best.” Today, Jessica brings together those different disciplines at Acadiana Hyperbarics. A registered nurse and Certified Rolfer, she has an extensive background helping clients address musculoskeletal and sports injuries and chronic pain. A Back Injury, a Child's Concussion, and a New Direction Jessica's interest in hyperbarics was not initially driven by a business plan. It became personal. In 2019, at age 38, she reached for her youngest daughter at an awkward angle and felt a pop and excruciating pain in her back. Imaging revealed a torn disc and two bulging discs. She saw an orthopedist, underwent physical therapy and worked to rehabilitate the injury, but eventually reached a plateau. “I went back to my doctor and said, there's got to be more.” About a year later, the question of what else might be available became even more urgent when Jessica's four-year-old son suffered a serious concussion. Running on a neighbor's all-purpose court, he forgot a tennis net was up, ran into it and was knocked unconscious. Jessica says he experienced short-term amnesia, headaches, irritability and problems with impulse control after the injury. One moment in particular changed the trajectory of her work. “He came in and he had big fat tears rolling down his face and said, ‘Mom, I don't want to have anger issues.'” Jessica remembers thinking, “Okay, we're gonna fix this.” She began researching brain recovery and became interested in hyperbaric therapy. That research eventually grew into a professional focus, particularly around traumatic brain injuries and concussions. Her son, now 12 at the time of our interview, is doing well. “He is doing phenomenally. He's the most charming, intelligent kiddo.” And because, as Jessica laughingly puts it, he remains “wild, all out,” hyperbarics has remained part of the family's approach to recovery from his various sports injuries, including breaking his ankle twice in one year. What Is Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy? For people familiar with hospital-based hyperbaric chambers, particularly their longtime use for decompression sickness and certain serious wounds, the chamber at Acadiana Hyperbarics looks different. Jessica uses a Vitaeris 320 soft-sided monoplace chamber. According to the clinic, the chamber operates at 1.3 ATA and is 32 inches in diameter and 92 inches long. Acadiana Hyperbarics offers filtered room air as well as an oxygen concentrator option. Jessica describes the experience as similar to the pressure changes you feel on an airplane. During pressurization and depressurization, clients may notice their ears popping or experience sinus pressure. Once the chamber reaches pressure, she says most people largely stop noticing it. Sessions at Acadiana Hyperbarics are offered in 60- and 90-minute increments. Jessica says she screens clients before treatment, asks about their health history and discusses whether the therapy is an appropriate fit for what they hope to accomplish. While people often think hyperbarics is simply about getting a large amount of oxygen, Jessica says pressure is central to the process. Under increased pressure, more oxygen can dissolve into blood plasma, providing an additional route for oxygen delivery beyond oxygen carried by red blood cells. She describes hyperbarics as having several “mechanisms of action,” including angiogenesis, the formation of new blood vessels, as well as effects involving inflammation, collagen, stem cells, mitochondrial function and cellular signaling. For Jessica, the distinction between supporting healing and promising a cure is important. “We are just sending signals and changing some of the physics within the body to let the body do what it does best and to remove some of the barriers.” “Hyperbarics is a fantastic therapy for helping the brains heal and major NFL athletes and teams are now turning to it to help with CTE and concussions.” Why Repetition Matters Jessica explains that some of the effects people experience may be relatively immediate, while tissue repair and other biological processes take time. That is why, depending upon a client's circumstances, hyperbaric therapy may involve a series of sessions rather than a single visit. She also emphasizes the period after a session. Her explanation is that repeated transitions between the higher-oxygen environment associated with treatment and normal atmospheric conditions can stimulate biological responses involved in repair. “If you have multiple exposures, then your body says, okay, this is a real deal. We're going to spend that energy and turn on all those processes.” Jessica's own back injury helped her think about hyperbarics through what she calls “reverse engineering.” She wanted to understand why disc injuries can become chronic and then ask what processes might support healing. Her personal experience with that injury ultimately helped move hyperbarics from something that was “somewhat on my radar” into the focus of a new business. The “Mighty Mitochondria” Our conversation also gets down to the cellular level as Jessica explains mitochondria, the structures within cells responsible for producing ATP, the energy cells use to perform their work. She calls them the “mighty mitochondria.” “For any function within the body, you have to pay for it, right? You have to have a currency. For a car to drive, you've got to have fuel. Same thing with your cells.” That cellular energy is one reason oxygen is so important. Jessica also points to exercise as a way to support mitochondrial function and discusses red and infrared light therapy, another modality offered at Acadiana Hyperbarics. The clinic uses red and infrared light pads that can be placed around targeted areas of the body. Jessica says she likes the flexibility of pads because they can conform around an injured shoulder, back or other area rather than requiring the client to lie on a rigid light bed. Acadiana Hyperbarics describes its low-level light therapy as a complementary modality that can be used alongside hyperbaric sessions. The Vagus Nerve, Stress, and the Need to Recover One of the most relatable parts of our conversation concerns something many of us experience every day: living in a near-constant state of stimulation. Jessica explains the role of the vagus nerve and the balance between the sympathetic “fight or flight” response and the parasympathetic “rest and digest” state. “When you're in fight or flight mode, you're not repairing well,” Jessica says. “Most of us are running around constantly stimulated, answering emails, in traffic, fussing at your kid.” The problem, she says, is that we may never adequately switch into recovery mode. “You can't heal if you're not getting into that mode of recovery.” Supporting the vagus nerve doesn't necessarily require sophisticated technology. Jessica points to simple practices including humming and breathwork as ways people can encourage the body to shift toward a calmer state. Training and Knowing What You're Getting Jessica completed training through the International Hyperbarics Association and is a member of the organization. She says she attends its conference and continuing education programs each year. That training is particularly important to her as hyperbarics and other wellness therapies become more popular. “As the wellness industry is growing and booming and this therapy is catching on, there's a lot of providers who are wanting to throw it in as an afterthought.” Jessica describes the therapy as generally safe when appropriately used, but stresses that providers need to understand screening, protocols and how to apply the therapy appropriately for an individual client. “More than causing further damage, you could just not apply the therapy correctly and the patient may not get what they're looking for when paying for the treatment.” Acadiana Hyperbarics' own guidance also stresses client screening and identifies medical circumstances that require particular attention.. Anyone considering hyperbaric therapy for a medical condition should discuss it with an appropriate healthcare professional. From Hospital Medicine to Wellness Hyperbaric medicine has long been associated with conditions such as decompression sickness, the “bends” experienced by divers who surface too quickly, as well as certain serious wounds and other medical conditions. Those original hospital chambers looked much different from today's soft-sided mild hyperbaric chamber utililzed at Jessica's practice. Our conversation explores the difference between those hospital applications and the wellness-oriented, largely off-label uses Jessica works with today. She is careful to characterize hyperbarics as an adjunct rather than a replacement for appropriate medical treatment. She also acknowledges that timing matters and that not every condition or individual is a good candidate. “For some people, if the injury is too far gone, it may not be a good fit.” That is why her process begins with a conversation rather than simply putting someone into a chamber. Life Beyond the Chamber When she isn't working, Jessica's life revolves around her family, music and travel. She and her husband are both musicians and enjoy Lafayette's local music scene. Jessica has played violin since childhood, thanks to a mother who essentially told her quitting wasn't an option. “My mom started me when I was little and she kind of was like, ‘You're not quitting, so get used to it.'” She performed in orchestra during college and played events, although these days, between running a business and raising three children, performances are more likely to happen at home. “Right now with the business and the kiddos, it's mostly in the living room with the family.” Jessica's journey from nursing to Rolfing and ultimately Acadiana Hyperbarics has been driven by curiosity, personal experience and a desire to help people think about wellness before something is seriously wrong. Her message is not simply about addressing an injury. It is about recovery, maintaining function and giving the body the support it needs while you are still feeling well. Acadiana Hyperbarics is located at 708 E. University Avenue in Lafayette. Learn more about Jessica, mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy, Rolfing and the other services she offers at https://acadianahyperbarics.com/.

Jackie Lithgow is a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) survivor, advocate, and the founder of the Jackie Lithgow Foundation. His journey is a powerful testament to resilience, having overcome a life-altering assault that left him with the most severe classification of brain injury. Jackie's mission is to give back to the community that supported him by providing resources and hope to other survivors, especially those who may not have the same level of support. In this episode of the Concussion Coach Podcast, host Bethany Lewis welcomes Jackie Lithgow, a severe TBI survivor whose story is one of incredible perseverance. Jackie shares the harrowing details of the assault that changed his life in 2014, his nine-month hospital stay, and the long road to recovery. He discusses the various therapies he underwent, including aquatherapy, equestrian therapy, and music therapy, and horticultural therapy.The conversation covers his decision to return to college after his injury, the accommodations that helped him succeed, and his eventual graduation with a degree in Mass Communications. Jackie also opens up about the founding of his nonprofit, the Jackie Lithgow Foundation, which provides scholarships and funding to support other TBI survivors and their families. The episode is a raw and honest look at the invisible struggles of brain injury, the importance of mental health, and the power of faith, positivity, and small victories. Jackie leaves listeners with a powerful message of hope, encouraging them to be patient with themselves and to always look for the light, even in the darkest moments.Resources Mentioned in the EpisodeOrganization Website: www.Lithgowfoundation.orgFoundation Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/187AuF422c/?mibextid=wwXIfrJackie's Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DtXHFm4wR/?mibextid=wwXIfrInstagram: @jackie_lithgowConnect with Bethany:Website: https://theconcussioncoach.com/Free Guide: "5 Best Ways to Support Your Loved One Dealing with a Concussion" on the websiteFree Consultation: https://theconcussioncoach.com/free-consultation

Caroline Wilson joined 3AW Drive and had her say on the entire situation, revealing the AFL has sent Geelong a "please explain". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy Bartel, Matthew Lloyd and Laura Spurway discuss the latest in the Geelong concussion saga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this edition of The Conversation Hour we continue to discuss the Geelong concussion deal and ask what the AFL and Players Association should be doing in response.Also in this edition, improving fatigue warnings for new parents. Plus a new theatre production delves into Melbourne's night life.

With Jay Z Clark not in studio due to being neck-deep in his latest AFL bombshell story, Isaac, K-Mac, and Hev kick things off with a look back at the massive success that was the AFLW's Australia vs Ireland game. Channel 7 Chief Footy Reporter Mitch Cleary is in the box to talk about Geelong signing a player to a contract with a concussion waiver, then Jay Z Clark calls in with more on the story - including an example of another club with a similar deal. K-Mac lightens things up with her Royal Commission - looking at animals invading events, then the team runs their eyes over the weekend's most important matchups, and the Loosh Brendan Fevola joins the team from the boundary. Nathan Brown drops in to call the game - but first, we have to replay some famous audio of when he made a grave mistake against North Melbourne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk all things sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Coast Eagles young star Reuben Ginbey returned to the studio to talk bone broth, learning how to cook, and how the team is preparing to bounce back against Collingwood at Optus Stadium. Shaun also brought up the heated AFL debate surrounding club concussion insurance, after Eagles veteran Jeremy McGovern raised concerns and a Victorian player turned down insurance coverage entirely.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Workplace expert and employment lawyer, Mark Ritchie, joined Jacqui Felgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former All Blacks captain is doing his part to combat concussion in community rugby. Same Cane has become an ambassador for 'Hit Kit', an education and first aid tool to help recovery from head knocks. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

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Episode 228: In this episode of Inform Performance, host Steve Barrett is joined by Dan Ramsden — Head of Performance for Super League's Hull KR, promoted into the role after eight years as the club's Head Physiotherapist. Dan now leads the club's strength, conditioning, and rehabilitation programmes, bringing together medical and performance functions under one department. Alongside a physiotherapy degree and a PhD focused on concussion, he holds a 5th Dan Black Belt in Aikido, and specialises in injury prevention and building athletic resilience in a collision sport. At the centre of the conversation is Dan's transition from clinician to department lead. He discusses what changes when your remit shifts from treating individual athletes to setting the direction of an entire performance team, the skills that transfer from physiotherapy, and the ones that have to be learned on the job. The discussion also explores the culture required to build and sustain a high-performing staff — how roles are defined, how disciplines are integrated rather than siloed, and how Dan develops the practitioners around him. Dan then unpacks player availability and its relationship with training and match intensity, before moving into his research area: concussion, neck strength, and the role of rate of force development (RFD) as a measure that goes beyond maximal strength testing. — Topics Discussed: Progression from Physio to a Head of Performance role Culture and development of a high performance team Player availability and its link to intensity Concussion and the use of rate of force development (RFD) within neck strength Where you can find Dan: LinkedIn Instagram — Sponsors Axon: Performance teams spend the morning after game day stitching together six systems before the coach gets an answer. Axon Perform fixes that. Every source you already use, Catapult, StatSports, VALD, Opta, OVAL, Wyscout, WHOOP, Garmin and the rest, connects into a dedicated Snowflake warehouse. Ask Axon, the in-platform chat, lets analysts and sports scientists query the lot in plain English. Reports that took hours now take seconds. Used by the Springboks, England RFU, Japan RFU, Sydney Roosters and a growing list of rugby, football & cricket clubs and federations. Your data, reports, measures and AI models stay yours, fully portable. See if your data is ready for AI at axonperform.com BTL: BTL Industries develops advanced rehabilitation and performance technologies, including SIS DUO, Shockwave Therapy, High-Intensity Laser, TR-Therapy, Lymphastim and R-FORCE. BTL systems are designed to support recovery, pain management, functional rehabilitation and return-to-play pathways across clinical and elite sport settings. VALD Performance, makers of the Nordbord, Forceframe, ForeDecks and HumanTrak. VALD Performance systems are built with the high-performance practitioner in mind, translating traditionally lab-based technologies into engaging, quick, easy-to-use tools for daily testing, monitoring and training Hytro: The world's leading Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) wearable, designed to accelerate recovery and maximise athletic potential using Hytro BFR for Professional Sport.  -  Where to Find Us Keep up to date with everything that is going on with the podcast by following Inform Performance on: Instagram Twitter Our Website - Our Team Andy McDonald Ben Ashworth Nicola Graham Steve Barrett  Pete McKnight

Have you ever wondered why some of your concussion clients suddenly hit a total plateau in their recovery, or why bringing up an insurance claim or lawsuit creates an immediate wall of tension in the room? Navigating concussion care is complex enough, but when you add insurance disputes, personal injury claims, and legal battles into the mix, the healing process often grinds to a halt. As clinicians, it is far too easy to fall into the trap of assuming a patient in litigation is "malingering," or to get caught in a chart-note tug-of-war that disrupts your care. On the flip side, clients are left feeling constantly judged, hypervigilant, and stuck in a system that forces them to fight for their limitations instead of celebrating their wins. This unspoken friction keeps the nervous system locked in fight-or-flight, leaving clinicians second-guessing their documentation and patients terrified that showing signs of healing will ruin their legal claim. But you don't have to choose between legal realities and clinical progress. By understanding how legal stress actively amplifies physical symptoms and creates a massive nocebo effect, you can protect the therapeutic alliance, chart with objective confidence, and help your clients heal—even while their case is ongoing. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: The crucial difference between rare malingering (1–5%) and symptom magnification—and why baseline stress, not deception, is usually what drives amplified pain and dizziness. How the legal system's demand to "prove your disability" creates a nocebo effect that directly counteracts a brain-healing mindset. Practical documentation strategies for clinicians to stay accurate, keep your professional boundaries clear, and avoid getting caught in the legal crosshairs. How to guide clients through the profound nervous system reset and identity shift that happens once the heavy weight of a legal claim is finally lifted. Hit play to discover how to navigate the complex overlap of legal battles and concussion recovery so you can confidently guide your clients toward deep, lasting healing. Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

Today's guest is Lee Schwartz , a speaker, author, advocate, and proud father of two former NFL players. In his book Raising Giants, Lee shares the real-life story of how love, discipline, and vision helped shape his sons, Jeffrey and Mitchell, into elite athletes and grounded men. He serves on the West Coast Advisory Board of the Concussion and CTE Foundation , which is dedicated to researching the causes of CTE. Lee joined the podcast to share his powerful story and advocacy.In this episode, Lee discusses his family's journey with football and his growing passion for CTE advocacy. Lee shares his "sobering" experience attending the CTE summit, which inspired him to join the advisory board of the Concussion and CTE Foundation. He discusses the difficult reality that CTE is currently only diagnosable postmortem and the importance for parents to be aware of the risks to their children of playing contact sports when young.Key Topics Discussed:Lee's Journey: How writing the book Raising Giants led him to the Concussion and CTE Foundation.Youth Sports & CTE: The critical need for parents to educate themselves about the risks of contact sports, emphasizing the statistic that approximately 1.1 million high school football players exist, yet only about 11 go on to play 10 years in the NFL.The Science of CTE: An explanation of how the brain moves and sustains damage from both concussive and sub-concussive hits. A recent study mentioned in the episode found that "neurodegenerative mortality was nearly four times higher in NFL players."Warning Signs: Symptoms to watch for (like memory issues, headaches, depression, and personality changes) and a reminder that the youngest case of CTE diagnosed so far was in a 15-year-old.Relevant Prior Episodes:Interview with Julia Manning from the Concussion and CTE Foundation.Interview with Laura Dyer (personal story of a brother diagnosed with CTE).Resources MentionedLee's Book: Raising Giants: My Extraordinary Journey with TWO NFL Sons Author Website: www.raisinggiantsbook.com Social Media:X (Twitter): @RaisingGiants_Instagram: @raising_giants_bookFacebook: Raising GiantsFoundation: Concussion and CTE Foundation (formerly Concussion Legacy Foundation) Website: concussionfoundation.org Free Support: Available via the CLF HelpLine (free, personalized support via phone, text, or email): https://concussionandcte.org/helpline/Connect with Bethany:Website: https://theconcussioncoach.com/Free Guide: "5 Best Ways to Support Your Loved One Dealing with a Concussion" on the websiteFree Consultation: https://theconcussioncoach.com/free-consultation

Dr. D'Lauro shares his background including how he first became involved with research at the U.S. Air Force Academy, as well as highlights his work investigating the underrepresentation of females in contemporary concussion consensus statements.PLEASE SHARE, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE! WHATEVER THOSE OTHER PODCASTS AND YOUTUBE CHANNELS ASK YOU TO DO FOR THEM, DO FOR US TOO!Check us out on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook! @concussiontalkThank you!Subscribe and leave a review!Visit https://www.concussiontalk.com/ for more!Follow and subscribe! @concussiontalk on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook 2014 e-book, Detour: https://leanpub.com/detourFollow Lauren on Instagram @lziaksConcussion Talk Podcast discusses traumatic brain injury (TBI) by featuring interviews with experts (physiotherapists, doctors, researchers, athletes, community leaders, etc.) and people who have experienced TBI first-hand.Chronically dives deeper into concussions and brain injury as I team up with Lauren Ziaks; a DPT, ATC, and wealth of knowledge of chronic health conditions post-concussion. Join us as we interview more experts, spread awareness of brain injury and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Jenkins, the Traitors star, joins James Smith for a raw conversation about resilience, identity, and rebuilding a life after everything is taken away. At 21, Andrew was pronounced dead at the scene of a catastrophic car accident, lost half his skull and over half his blood, and was told he'd never walk, talk, or recognise anyone again. He walked out of that hospital and then spent 15 years suffering in silence behind a good body, a nice house, and a successful banking career.

Dr. Piya Sorcar, PhD, CEO TeachAids, Adjunct Professor of Pediatrics, Stanford School of Medicine talks to Lauren and Nick about concussion education and TeachAids. Leveraging her wealth of experience, including her previous program tackling HIV/AIDS education, Dr. Sorcar discuss the importance of genuine concussion education, free concussion education from TeachAids. Not simply telling athletes to not do something, or to remind them of the dangers, Piya and TeachAids, use the power of technology and peer messaging to really get through. Whether it's a fun game amongst friends or a more competitive official school or university league, TeachAids CrashCourse Concussion Education has become an increasingly important part of educating the public in the US, Canada, UK and globally. Did I mention it's free?!Check out all the free products that TeachAids CrashCourse has to offer and get started with your league!Concussion CrashCourse: https://teachaids.org/for-concussions/crashcourse/Concussion Story Wall: https://concussionstorywall.org/If you use VR, take advantage of the excellent interactive experience! If you don't have a VR set (like yours truly) the YouTube and 2D educational experiences are great as well!PLEASE SHARE, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE! WHATEVER THOSE OTHER PODCASTS AND YOUTUBE CHANNELS ASK YOU TO DO FOR THEM, DO FOR US TOO!Check us out on Youtube, Instagram and Facebook! @concussiontalk & @lziaksThank you!Subscribe and leave a review!Visit https://www.concussiontalk.com/ for more!Follow and subscribe! @concussiontalk on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook 2014 e-book, Detour: https://leanpub.com/detourFollow Lauren on Instagram @lziaksConcussion Talk Podcast discusses traumatic brain injury (TBI) by featuring interviews with experts (physiotherapists, doctors, researchers, athletes, community leaders, etc.) and people who have experienced TBI first-hand.Chronically dives deeper into concussions and brain injury as I team up with Lauren Ziaks; a DPT, ATC, and wealth of knowledge of chronic health conditions post-concussion. Join us as we interview more experts, spread awareness of brain injury and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Tommy Wood, BM, BCh, PhD, is a professor of neuroscience at the University of Washington and an expert on brain health, neuroplasticity, and cognitive performance. Dr. Wood explains how to use specific forms of exercise, dietary strategies, and compounds to enhance the rate and stability of mental and/or physical skill development. We also discuss science-based tools to preserve cognitive function, reduce dementia risk, and offset loss of memory after a concussion or other brain injury. This episode provides practical, science-based tools for learning new information and skills and for improving your overall ability to learn. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Rorra: https://rorra.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Tommy Wood (00:04:05) Neuroplasticity; Neurogenesis; Synaptic Pruning (00:11:11) Aging & Neuroplasticity; Familiar vs Novel Tasks (00:14:33) Protocols Book; Sponsor: David (00:16:49) Aging, Training & Processing Speed (00:21:56) Enhancing Neuroplasticity with Age, Tool: Motor & Cognitive Challenge (00:26:56) Learning New Skills, Dance, Sports, Arts; Psychological Benefits of Challenge (00:36:50) Flow, Clutch States; Virtuosity (00:46:59) Power of Practice (00:50:55) Sponsor: AG1 (00:52:14) Tools for Focused Work & Learning; Distractions (01:00:17) Nutrition for Brain Health, Dementia; Critical Nutrients (01:06:56) Nutrient Timing, Supplementation; Omega-3s, Tool: Blood Tests (01:16:41) Sponsor: Function (01:18:19) Enhancing Brain Health, Nutrition & Supplements (01:23:10) GLP-1s, Peptides, Supplements & Evaluating Efficacy (01:32:56) Stimulants: Feeling vs Performance (01:37:18) Exercise & Enhancing Cognitive Function, Tool: Optimize Exercise Volume (01:43:18) Long-Term Cognitive Health & Exercise, HIIT (01:47:17) Sponsor: Rorra (01:48:31) Cortisol Benefits, Acute vs Chronic Stress (01:54:24) Resistance & Aerobic Exercise, Brain Gray & White Matter, Cognitive Health (02:03:37) Cognitive Decline, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Modifiable Risk Factors (02:09:47) Shingles Vaccine & Dementia Risk; Tool: Avoid Illness for Cognitive Health (02:18:28) Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Creatine (02:24:04) Treating TBI, Supplements, Physical Therapy (02:32:16) Strongman Competition (02:38:51) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ross is joined by co-founder and CEO of the Concussion & CTE Foundation, Chris Nowinksi. The two discuss the latest in CTE research, if there's any correlation between CTE & ALS, what the typical symptoms are for those who have CTE, and more. Download the DraftKings Sports Book App and use code ROSS! Connect with the Pod Website - https://www.rosstucker.com Become A Patron - https://www.patreon.com/RTMedia Podcast Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerPod Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rosstuckerpod/ Ross Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three years ago Cat's daughter Olivia got a concussion... and it changed everything. What we thought would be a 10-day recovery turned into a year-long journey through chronic headaches, dizziness, vision problems, panic, endless appointments, and lots of questions unanswered. Today Olivia joins Cat to share what happened—from the moment she hit her head to what recovery actually looked like. We talk about the mistakes we made, the advice we wish we'd been given on day one, why concussions are so misunderstood, and the treatments that finally helped us find a path forward. If your child has ever hit their head, is recovering from a concussion, or you're feeling completely lost trying to navigate the system, this conversation is for you. We aren't doctors, but we are parents who lived it, and we're sharing everything we wish we'd known sooner. Because sometimes the biggest challenge isn't the injury itself—it's finding someone who knows how to help!Keywordsconcussion, brain injury, recovery, health, teens, parents, medical system, management, symptoms, research concussion, neurorehabilitation, brain injury, recovery tips, nervous system, concussion management, brain health, concussion therapy, mental health, recovery journeyKey topicsConcussion symptoms and misdiagnosisLack of information and medical supportManagement vs. cure in concussion recoveryThe importance of neurological and eye assessmentsThe evolving research on brain injuries Concussion rehabilitation techniquesImportance of nervous system calmingRole of neurotherapy and specialized clinicsManaging emotional and mental health during recoveryPractical daily routines and activity pacing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.