Podcasts about National Rehabilitation Hospital

Mary O’Carroll from Ballyduff spoke to Jerry about her 28-year-old son, Anthony, who is in the National Rehabilitation Hospital, Dublin. Anthony suffered a traumatic brain injury with multiple complex breaks throughout his body in a motorbike racing accident last July during a race in the Isle of Man. Anthony is getting great care from the amazing staff, but Mary says there’s a shortage of physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists. Jerry also spoke to Marie Ó Mír, CEO of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists. Jerry also received a statement from the Association of Occupational Therapists of Ireland.

In 2005 Harsh Thakkar had just started classes at the University of Maryland, Baltimore when he was robbed and shot, leaving him paralyzed at T12-L1. A strong athlete in high school he rediscovered his athletic identity through adaptive sports. He would finish his degree at Edinboro University, where he got a scholarship to play wheelchair basketball. He currently plays for the NRH Punishers and also leads programs through his role at the National Rehabilitation Hospital.

Fergus Farrell once again joins me to discuss his next challenge. To run 206km in four days on the 23rd Oct - 26th Oct 2023 with the goal to raise money for the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dublin where he fought his way back having severed his spinal chord. To donate and support Gussie's goal of raising €250,000 for the NRH go to this link https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/ToughestTrek23 This discussion is more than just a challenge, we speak about his battle with failure, how it hangs on to his thoughts and why his kids are the most important people in his life. We only have time to waste and best use our time with the ones we love. A heart worming encounter. . --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatmakesyoutick/message

Dr. Jacqui Stow, Consultant in rehab medicine at the National Rehabilitation Hospital, on the range and scale of serious injuries doctors are seeing as a result of road traffic accidents.

On Tipp FM's Evening News, The 5.45: You may remember a story we brought to you last year about a young man who had fallen from a bridge in Nenagh and recalled waking up and being told that he may never walk again. Last year Sheila Naughton went to visit Colin Lernihan as he spent time in the National Rehabilitation Hospital, and back then he had no idea what the future would hold, what the prognosis was and he had days where he wasn't sure if he could keep going. We're over a year on from that first meeting and Sheila spoke to Colin today about what has happened since then :

On this episode of the Collective Whisper podcast, Simon K has the pleasure of speaking with Fergus Farrell, Fergus Farrell, is a former rugby player, self-employed businessman, and a true testament to the power of perseverance. Fergus represented Connacht at multiple levels in rugby and left a lasting impact on the province's rugby community. However, his life took an unexpected turn in 2018 when he suffered a traumatic spinal injury that left him without the use of his legs and feet.But Fergus refused to let this define him. With unwavering determination, he underwent surgery and embarked on a journey of recovery that would defy all odds. Through sheer willpower and the support of his loved ones, Fergus regained movement in his toes and went on to accomplish something truly extraordinary.In a remarkable display of strength, Fergus completed a 206-kilometer walk from his injury site in Athenry, Galway, to the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dún Laoghaire. This incredible feat not only symbolized his personal triumph but also raised €70,000 for the hospital that played a crucial role in his recovery.He serves as an ambassador for Darkness into light Athenry, raising awareness of mental health challenges associated with life-changing injuries.In recent times Fergus is also known for his rowing endeavors. He was medically evacuated from a rowing vessel called Cushlamachree in the Atlantic Ocean. The Singapore flagged tanker, Hafnia Shenzhen, responded to a request for assistance from the US Coast Guard and brought Fergus on board. He had to leave his rowing partner, Damian Browne, behind due to a suspected blood clot. Fergus's rowing journey aimed to set a new Guinness world record in their purpose-built Seasabre 6.2m craft, from New York to Galway.Fergus's journey is a shining example of the resilience of the human spirit and a reminder that there are no limits to what one can achieve when faced with adversity. He is not only an ambassador for Darkness into light Athenry and mental health issues but also a powerful voice for those who may be struggling to navigate the emotional and mental strains of recovery.Today, we dive deep into Fergus's story, exploring the challenges he faced, the moments of hope and despair, and the invaluable lessons he has learned along the way.Simon & Fergus speak about:What is Fergus up to at the moment?Playing Rugby for Connaught & Ireland at youth levelThe accident and life before itThe return walk to the hospitalThe next major challenge7 marathons in 7 daysLeaving New York Harbour in a little row boatThe medical situation on the boatGetting on board a chinese cargo shipLeaving Damien behindDealing with the mental disappointmentWhat next for Fergus?Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheToughestTrekInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_toughest_trek/?hl=enLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fergus-farrell/?locale=fr_FRCollective Whisper website: https://www.collectivewhisperpodcast.com

Dr. Shane Cassidy is the founder of Nerolinks which is an organisation which uses music as a form of therapy for so many people. Shane has found a way to use music to help people manage their health challenges be it mental or physical. Shane grew up in a family that loves music, with his mum and siblings super musicians and singers, Shane's world was steeped in music from the beginning. Shane studied Music Therapy in the University of Limerick and now supports clients across Ireland through the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoighre and his Neurolinks office in Dublin. What I love about this conversation is how clear Shane's passion for music comes across and his genuine desire to help people. We delve into Shane's childhood and uncover some challenges he faced growing up in Gibbstown and how he over came them. If anyone needs support or wants to learn more about Music Therapy and the support it can provide people, please head to https://neurolinks.ie/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatmakesyoutick/message

Samantha O'Connor's husband Darren is suffering from Long Covid since contracting it in October 2021. 18 months on and they're desperately trying to get him a bed in the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Samantha O'Connor joined Andrea Gilligan on the show to tell her story...

On October 7th 2020, after years of struggling with back pain, truck driver Nick Murray had spinal surgery. Unfortunately, for Nick, post surgery and literally overnight, he found himself without the ability to walk.    On the 30th of November 2020, in the height of the pandemic, Nick was transferred to the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoighre, Dublin for intense rehab. There, separated from his wife Carol and their 4 children, he began the fight of his life to regain independence.   Months of hard work and an incredible response to a go fund me campaign to help adjust to his new reality saw him eventually able to return home and begin a new chapter.  Yesterday Sally-Ann Barrett sat down with 47 year old Nick Murray and his wife Carol at their home near Abbeyknockmoy to hear how like so many wheelchair users Nick is facing an everyday battle to maintain the independence he fought so hard to regain. 

Lester Cassidy tells Ray about his preparation to climb Croagh Patrick this weekend in a wheelchair with the help of friends. It will raise funds for the National Rehabilitation Hospital.

Stephanie Rosen – The Truman Charities Podcast: A Community of Caring with Jamie Truman Episode 044 Stephanie Rosen Stephanie Rosen has been the Executive Director for the Montgomery County, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) located in Rockville, MD for over six years. Under her tenure as Executive Director: NAMI MC program participation has increased from 6,000 individuals a year to over 18,000, programs reaching youth and young adults (Ending the Silence and Sources of Strength) have been added, revenue from the Heroes annual fundraiser has increased by over 400%, and NAMI MC was awarded the largest grant in NAMI MC history. Prior to her role as Executive Director at NAMI MC, she was the Family and Youth Program Coordinator. Stephanie has over 10 years of clinical and pre-clinical neuroscience research experience at institutions including Georgetown University, the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Listen to this uplifting Truman Charities episode with Stephanie Rosen  Here is what to expect on this week's show: Why helping build better lives for individuals in the community affected by mental illness is important to Stephanie and her personal story. Some of the stigma's Stephanie sees when it comes to talking about mental health The NAMI walks, what they are, and why people should get involved.  Where Stephanie sees NAMI in 5 years. Connect with Stephanie:  Guest Links: Website- https://namimc.org/about/staff/2017-stephanie-rosen-smaller LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanierosen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The food given to the sick, or those in institutional care, says a lot about the value we place on it in society. Hospital food has long exemplified a degraded view of food, but Joyce Timmins' efforts at Rotunda Hospital have won her awards and sparked a new conversation. Horticultural therapist Rachel Gerrard coordinates the garden at the National Rehabilitation Hospital, where growing is integral to recovery and homegrown food makes its way onto patients' plates.

On October 7th 2020, Nick Murray had spinal surgery after years of struggling with back pain, something that he had always dealt with, without complaint or fuss, he just got on with it. Unfortunately, for Nick, post surgery he was without the ability to walk.   On the 30th of November 2020, Nick was transferred to the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoighre, Dublin for intense rehab. An injury like this brings a lot of change to any family. Nick's family want to ensure that Nick can be as independent as possible, and this means a lot of changes to his home and his life as he knew it.    The fundraiser went live at 9pm on Thursday and raised target of €45,000 by Sunday evening - incredible response from people, such humanity in the times we are in. It's gone over the target now in just 3.5 days!    All donations are greatly appreciated via - https://gofund.me/6a194b96

Evelyn O'Rourke takes us inside the new National Rehabilitation Hospital

Project Empower sees two Irish men attempt to break a 124-year-old world record, of rowing from New York to Galway. Damian Browne and Fergus Gussy Farrell will set off on the challenge of a lifetime. These men have faced many challenges already. Damian is an adventurer and explorer who began a lifetime of exploration which has seen him summit 5 of 7 peaks, complete the Race De Sables and he was a guest of mine in Season 1 where we spoke about his solo Atlantic row and how challenging environments create the greatest opportunities for growth.  Gussy was given a 5% chance to walk again following a work accident, now he is attempting to break a world record having walked across Ireland from his home town in Athenry to the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoghaire a year to the day after his injury.  Part 1 of this 2 part episode highlights how powerful the mind can be when focused and given purpose. Gussy's story may not be as well known as Damian, yet it is truly miraculous how he went from moving his big toe to walking cross country.  The learning I took from this is never to give in, and to fuel your mind with purpose so it can heal you and your body.  The guys require your support to make this world record attempt possible. Head to projectempower.ie or visit Instagram @projectempower2022

Super excited to share an amazing podcast Laurie C. Rogers MHS, OT, CHT is an extremely busy practitioner and program manager at National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington DC. She trains therapists and students and was instrumental in the 4th edition of the most popular hand therapy resource "Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation, A Quick Reference Guide and Review 4th Edition". She also serves as the Senior Project Manager and contributed and edited every chapter of the book and appendix. We are offering a promotional course for CRPS: Updates in Therapist Management for this 6 AOTA approved CE class: CLICK HERE If you enter code: SAVE90 you will save 1/2 price during this stressful time so you will save $90 for this 6 AOTA approved CE class!

People who rarely interact with a person with a disability may think of the exchange as intimidating or nerve-wracking. What it boils down to is having a sense of disability awareness and disability etiquette, Jen spoke to Mark who is a liason officer for the Irish Wheelchair Association and National Rehabilitation Hospital

Hello What's the craic. Welcome back to the magic minds podcast" Stories that have the power to inspire". We are liberties number one podcast. The best podcast in the liberties I'm glad to say. on the show today we have Luke Carey. Luke suffered a trauma brain injury. Matt worked with Luke in the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Luke shared with us the life changing experience when he suffered his brain injury in Canada. Luck spoke about the importance of the importance of attitude in life and how that was key in his rehabilitation. Luke was honest with us when sharing the difficulties he experienced in the early stages of his rehabilitation in the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Luke is currently volunteering in the National Rehabilitation Hospital but wishes to return to college and then pursue a role in the hospital in the future. i have no doubt he would make an excellent health care worker because he is very talented, caring and inspiring young man. we are so grateful to have him on the show to share his story. Have a listen to the interview let us know what you think and we would love to hear your feedback. We need your help and support. we have created a go fund me page. we hope to improve our studio with new equipment. if you like and appreciate our work and would like to donate then click the link below. if you can afford it, that is absolutely ok too. just spread the word and practice love and kindness https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gofundme.com%2Ff%2Fmagic-minds-podcast-studio-rebuild%3Fsharetype%3Dteams%26member%3D4687880%26utm_medium%3Dcopy_link%26utm_source%3Dcustomer%26utm_campaign%3Dp_na%2Bshare-sheet%26pc_code%3Dot_co_dashboard_a%26rcid%3D3fcbbd56b8ae41c8b1210b56068f731a%26fbclid%3DIwAR3b_abmm1jfs21M2L9xQwDlcXZ87tIuhqdr5_xRLLG0slTNWn3XY0jUgbc&h=AT3DD1sRRd1_UEmiPa0LEVzXG81UnALJid2vL1N5yjLdiE5QTp0_y8Jl_Mnv-UgZxDVRz3xXKv2eYaNIxCZR-Fip6Ajf75-YIlKynPapVBkOMcKj4tk7_60KaZJYjQuxuxtxKkGVH2ytifQC6XbiNqUJPX-6JCdCoPj5JMKcDStLwRRMbd-xVMGnAcCCRi2IsgiXVRZ9gAN4PdMWzZquezYfAV2u2QcSpx_0b-K2EGW02_Ph-0S7ZmN8Sc8osaOkFNZJnDJEBwkbhfGYK1IIBelYuX9EPrhNkUGNMJFCkEsMfC1RFrQqSs73a-VZELaZMTxNIvyRLgdQlxYay9if7EW0SG0VRrDHAXjhwIv_2aFPFAxyOQtMLHggorpqD1kGUxv6dpEl8dZiD3g6pyLDU-5t4w9WLuQfk29T94JP3Ey39-27taazcl5hGagtsOvEb3--M_vApTLzQdlaPBSyMmzrFRE2omvsmv89llmIN4AiptDzhfJthjT-fCRm0u6ZUyUo6kXnV5eQ-hJ4sOpsjPwJSxmYSjjd4WmNO5YEs2umn7wrPnF1d3oaQBOk5IksAwdIPgKygkyX-DnnGJdVXFZR6kw81_T-zwVL0-e7znzNP-kBz4voJpdQoWXOn-mlroMmH6jai9tcN8nNakgEDh5N0UomxIsfzVDTHdmNYY9YQmbVnMfNEnA-qMGVVRAJC-f5mhxuywyDF1V3F2f69Wh-pgfF8-7Hs7I2YlCJlY8jgNx_uSuHeELFSX9xNnyRO59BOg Huge thank you to our Sponsors and Charities. I want to thank Niall Reilly and the team at Rooney media graphics. Also we have Liberty photos who is owned by Andy who is Matt’s trusty side kick on the podcast. So if you need any photographs for weddings or birthday parties then Liberties Media Hub is the place to go. Shannon's helpline, Dont forget check out our website for more information on our previous interviews http://magicminds.ie/ Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Andrew O'Connell- www.libertiesphoto.ie Supports: Shannon's Hopeline - www.shannonshopeline.ie Mental Health Warriors - https://www.facebook.com/Mental-Health-Warriors-373240606467593/ Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Andrew O'Connell- Video Production & social Media Hannah Burke - Social Media --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

Carol's son Luke spent weeks in the National Rehabilitation Hospital after getting an infection when he was 14.

In the 12th Episode of the Postural Restoration Podcast I am joined by Louise Kelley, DPT, PRC who currently practices out of Rockville, MD. Louise began her career in movement and science as an avid runner and ran throughout her formidable years and throughout college. It wasn't until rehabbing an injury with an Athletic Trainer that Louise became interested in movement science and athletic medicine. Although she was a Premed student at the time, she had little interest in becoming an MD and spent many years volunteering and ingraining herself in various sports medicine settings.She later attended Emory University where she earned her Masters of Physical Therapy in 1989. Louise enjoyed the neurological approach to learning that they offered as well as learning about various methodology such as NDT, PNF, Brunnstrom and a heavy focus on chest Physical Therapy of all things! Louise has always been a life long learner and eventually returned to PT school over two decades later, to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. This allowed Louise not only to earn the most current degree in PT but also gave her an appreciation for how the practice was currently being taught.Louise started her career working for the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington, D.C. and spent many years with "NRH" in a vast array of settings. Her mentor Jan Dommerholt would eventually ask her to take part in several program developments and her time with NRH led to time treating many subsets of patients including, prenatal, singers, dancers, time in a post polio outpatient clinic, and a lymphedema program among many others. Her first PRI exposure was during a Phil Donnelly course in which PRI was mentioned. After discovering Ron Hruska's article on the "Tri-Planar Influences of the Hamstring" she was hooked.Her co-worker at the time, Cindy Anderson, took Myokinematic Restoration and shared her discoveries from the course upon returning to the clinic. Finally Louise attended her first course in 2007 in Lancaster, PA with James Anderson. Coincidentally Mike Cantrell was also in attendance and provided a welcome surprise as Louise and Mike were part of the same graduating class at Emory. After being exposed to PRI Louise incorporated concepts into several new outpatient settings and although she was able to see a wide ranging clientele she was limited in how she was able to use the science.Louise became Postural Restoration Certified in 2011 after attending Advanced Integration and feeling ready to further her PRI journey. Shortly after Louise became more involved with the institute through helping Julie Blandin structure and piece together parts of the PRI Integration for Fitness and Movement material. Through this process she was recognized for her dedication and passion for the science and later was asked to become part of the PRI Faculty teaching Postural Respiration. Eventually Louise started her own practice, "Kelley PT" in 2017 and has been able to implement PRI with all her patients since. Louise continues to remain active in various running communities and plans to continue to train for the World Masters Championship in 2022.

Welcome to Episode #24 of the Princeton Spine and Joint Center Podcast. In this episode Dr. Scott Curtis, Sports Medicine Director at Princeton Spine and Joint Center, sat down with Dr. Greg Kelley, Princeton Spine & Joint Center's newest physician. Dr. Kelley joined PS&J Center from the Georgetown Hospital System, where he specialized in musculoskeletal medicine. Scott and Greg had an in-depth conversation about Elbow Pain. They discussed the general approach they take with patients with elbow pain, the different pathologies, the different diagnostic tests and different treatment plans for individuals with elbow pain. Greg Kelley, MD is a board certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician specializing in the care of patients with musculoskeletal and rehabilitation issues. After graduating cum laude from Georgetown University, Dr. Kelley completed his medical school training at St. George’s University School of Medicine before returning to Georgetown University in Washington D.C. and the National Rehabilitation Hospital for his specialty training in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Dr. Kelley has spearheaded the implementation of the Rehabilitation and Performance Centers of Excellence in local subacute nursing facilities in the Princeton area. He lectures and publishes widely on issues concerning the management and alleviation of patients’ pain. He also seeks to maximize each person’s potential toward the goal of achieving personal peak performance. He emphasizes that achieving peak performance clearly varies among patient populations – professional athletes have different specific expectations than geriatric patients with heart or lung disease. But, at the end of the day, everyone strives to be the best version of themselves that they possibly can and it is in that pursuit that Dr. Kelley finds purpose and passion in his work helping people. Scott Curtis, DO Director of Sports Medicine at Princeton Spine and Joint Center Dr. Scott Curtis is a board certified, fellowship trained physician who specializes in the care of sports related injuries and general musculoskeletal care. After attending Penn State University, Dr. Curtis received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and then completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ where he was honored to serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Curtis completed the renowned Sports Medicine Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health where he worked with the New York Jets, Seton Hall University Athletics, College of St. Elizabeth Athletics and various high school teams. From weekend warriors to professional athletes, high school athletes to 90+ year old tennis players, Dr. Curtis has a singular focus to treat each patient as an individual, identify their concerns as well as their specific goals and help them reach their aspirations using the most effective non-surgical care options.

This week we're joined by the host of Magic Minds podcast Matt Burke.  When he's not podcasting, Matt works with people who have suffered traumatic brain injuries and he tells us about some of the brilliant work being done in the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dublin. 

On this weeks episode of the podcast Matt sat down and spoke with Rebecca O'Connor. Rebecca is a music therapist in the National Rehabilitation Hospital. On the show Rebecca talks about her work as a music therapist, the physiological effects of music, the struggles she has gone through to get music therapy accepted and loads more! Thanks to Rebecca for coming on the show, It was a very educational talk! Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition. Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Kevin Doyle- The Technical Legend Aaron Keogh- Social Media & Promotion --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

On this weeks episode of the podcast Matt sat down and spoke with Jenna Fitzgerald. Jenna is a spinal patient at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. On the show Jenna talks about her life before her accident, how she suffered the injury, her rehabilitation, her battles with her own mental health including a suicide attempt and how that impacted her family. Have a listen and let us know what you think. Thanks to Jenna for coming on and sharing such a powerful story. Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition. Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Kevin Doyle- The Technical Legend Aaron Keogh- Social Media & Promotion --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

On this weeks episode of the show Matt sat down and spoke with Rose Curtis. Rose is an Occupational Health Nurse at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. On the show Rose gives an insight on what she does, how to mind your own mental health, her her attitude on being in Occupational Health and plenty more! Thanks to Rose for coming on the show, It was a pleasure. Special thanks to our: Sponsors: Niall Reilly- www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition. Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Kevin Doyle- The Technical Legend Aaron Keogh- Social Media & Promotion --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

On today's show Matt sat down and chatted with Becky Woods. Becky is a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) from the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Becky is also a successful triathlete. Matt and Becky spoke in-depth about her work as an SLT, her enormous passion for running, triathlons and all things exercise related. It was an honor to have Becky on the show to share with us her passion and enthusiasm for life. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy the show. Special Thanks to; Niall Reilly - www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Aaron Keogh - Social Media & Promotion Kevin Doyle- Sound editing & Production --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

On today's show Matt chatted to Charles J Jackson who was spinal patient at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Charles shares his like story with us. Charles has experienced difficult times in his life such as, becoming paralyzed, on deaths door as he calls it and having a black angel. Through all those difficult times Charles never lost his gratuity for life and he attributes this to his mother who was a huge influence in his life. No story is complete without a love story romance in it and this is no different. Charles shared with us his beautiful romance with his girlfriend Marian that would melt your heart. Charles is one amazing and inspirational man that we could all learn a lot from. It was an honor to have Charles on the show to share his life story with us. Thank you for listening, hope you enjoy the show. Special Thanks to; Niall Reilly - www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Aaron Keogh - Social Media & Promotion Kevin Doyle- Sound editing & Production --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

On today's show Matt got to chat to a very talented actor by the name of Steve Gunn. Steve who played Dan in fair city. Steve and Matt spoke about his time fair city and how that led him to the National Rehabilitation Hospital then on to playing wheel chair basket ball with the Ballybrack Bulls. Steve is also a very talented musician and yoga teacher. Steve has many strings to his bow, excuse the pun. This interview will give you a great insight to the life of an Irish actor and the lengths they have to go to make a few quid while still pursuing their dream. It was an honor to have Steve on the show to share his story with us. Thank you for listening, hope you enjoy the show. Niall Reilly - www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISA Nutrition Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Aaron Keogh - Social Media & Promotion Kevin Doyle- Sound editing & Production --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

In today's show Matt got to chat to Dr Maria Frampton. Maria is a consultant Psychiatrist at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. Maria and Matt discussed a broad range of mental health issues which included, Ireland's attitude to mental health, suicide and depression and much more. when it comes to all things mental health Maria has the ability to deliver her message in a very simplistic and effective way. This interview will hopefully give you the listeners a great insight into Mental Health and may also provide you with some helpful tools you maybe able to your own life or to support a family member/friend that is experiences mental health difficulties. Special thanks to; Niall Reilly - www.rooneymedia.com Carolyn Harvey- ISANutrition Magic Minds Podcast Team Matt Burke- Host Aaron Keogh - Social Media & Promotion Kevin Doyle- Sound editing & Production --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

Today's show i got to interview the amazing Clinical Psychologist Maeve Nolan from the National Rehabilitation Hospital. This certainly was a hugely educational interview for me. Thank you and i hope you enjoy the show #RooneyMedia --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/magic-minds/message

Approximately 1.7 million each year sustain a traumatic brain injury. Superstar snowboarder, Kevin Pearce, suffered one on a practice run preparing for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Kevin, along with his brother, Adam, called the show to discuss their story and their new mission. I was on this super clear path to be a professional snowboarder, and to be one of the best in the world. —Kevin Pearce   On December 31, 2009, while training for the Olympic trials in Park City, Utah, Kevin suffered a severe traumatic brain injury. Although wearing a helmet at the time, the injury left Kevin in critical condition and in a medically induced coma. His recovery—and his journey to accept his new life—was chronicled in the HBO documentary, “The Crash Reel." Kevin emerged as a passionate advocate for the prevention of brain injuries and the promotion of a brain healthy lifestyle. Along with his brother, Adam, Kevin co-founded the Love Your Brain Foundation(Loveyourbrain.com). Their mission is to prevent brain injuries, support brain injury recovery and promote brain health. Kevin is a Sports Ambassador for the National Down Syndrome Society.  He credits his brother David, (born with Down syndrome), as a huge influence in his life and career.  In addition, Kevin is the 2014 recipient of The Dana and Christopher Reeve Inspiration Award from Craig Hospital.  Furthermore, he received The Victory Award (2011) from The National Rehabilitation Hospital in Washington, DC. I asked Adam Pearce to share one thing he would say to a family who just experienced a traumatic brain injury.  He recalled the advice given to his family by one of Kevin's physicians. If you could think about being in the woods. Instead of thinking as if you are going to walk out of the woods—the woods become less dense. It Takes a Lot of Patience and Support "Understand that this is a long journey, and one that really  takes a lot of patience and support."   [In addition,] it requires the coming together of your community to support this.  Because it is a long one and that's the reality of it. —Adam Pearce Adam also offered comments about the impact of Traumatic Brain Injury on family relationships. "It definitely puts some strain on those relationships.  But I think with good communications and just the right support, I think it makes those easier. But in the end, it has the ability to bring you closer to family and that loved one going through it.   About Peter Rosenberger Peter Rosenberger, a thirty-year caregiver, is the author of Hope for the Caregiver.   Peter hosts a weekly radio show for caregivers on 1510 WLAC, broadcast Sunday’s at 3 PM CST.  In addition,  Peter serves as the president and co-founder of Standing With Hope. The author of four books, Peter earned 2nd dan (degree) black-belt in Hap-kido, and is an accomplished pianist.  He recently release his new CD, Songs for the Caregiver.   Peter Rosenberger's radio show for family caregivers can be heard each Sunday at 3PM CDT on Newsradio 1510 WLAC. The show is streamed world-wide through Iheart Media.

Our special guest is Joni Eareckson Tada, the Founder and CEO of Joni and Friends International Disability Center, an international advocate for people with disabilities. A diving accident in 1967 left Joni Eareckson, then 17, a quadriplegic in a wheelchair, without the use of her hands. After two years of rehabilitation, she emerged with new skills and a fresh determination to help others in similar situations. Visit her website at www.joniandfriends.org During her rehabilitation, Joni spent long months learning how to paint with a brush between her teeth. Her high-detail fine art paintings and prints are sought-after and collected. Her best-selling autobiography Joni and the feature film of the same name have been translated into many languages, introducing her to people around the world. Mrs. Tada has also visited more than 47 countries, several many times. Mrs. Tada has served on the National Council on Disability and on the Disability Advisory Committee to the U.S. State Department. She has served as Senior Associate for Disability Concerns for the Lausanne Committee for World Evangelization and serves in an advisory capacity to the American Leprosy Mission, the National Institute on Learning Disabilities, Christian Blind Mission International, as well as on the Board of Reference for the Christian Medical and Dental Society. Joni Tada currently serves on the Young Life Capernaum Board. After being the first woman honored by the National Association of Evangelicals as its “Layperson of the Year” in 1986, Joni was named “Churchwoman of the Year” in 1993 by the Religious Heritage Foundation. She has received numerous other awards and honors, including the American Academy of Achievement’s Golden Plate Award; The Courage Award from the Courage Rehabilitation Center; The Award of Excellence from the Patricia Neal Rehabilitation Center; The Victory Award from the National Rehabilitation Hospital; and The Golden Word Award from the International Bible Society. Joni has been awarded several honorary degrees, including: Bachelor of Letters from Western Maryland College; Doctor of Humanities from Gordon College; Doctor of Humane Letters from Columbia International University, the first bestowed in its 75-year history; Doctor of Divinity from Westminster Theological Seminary; Doctor of Divinity from Lancaster Bible College; a Doctor of Humanitarian Services from California Baptist University; and in 2009, a Doctor of Humane Letters by Indiana Wesleyan University. She was also inducted into Indiana Wesleyan University’s Society of World Changers. Joni has written over 50 books and is a regular columnist in several magazines. She was inducted into the Christian Booksellers’ Association’s Hall of Honor in 1995 and received the Gold Medallion Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003 from the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association. Joni’s works cover topics ranging from disability outreach to understanding the goodness of God and the problem of suffering. Her books include: A Christmas Longing, depicting her best-loved Christmas paintings, and Life and Death Dilemma, addressing the complex issues surrounding physician-assisted suicide. The mystery of suffering is systematically examined in When God Weeps: Why Our Sufferings Matter to the Almighty, a book written with Steve Estes in 1997 which won ECPA’s Gold Medallion Award. In 2003, Joni wrote her memoir The God I Love, chronicling a lifetime walking with Jesus. In 2011, A Place of Healing was released, recounting her journey through physical pain and addressing questions concerning prayers for healing. After battling stage III breast cancer in 2010, Joni wrote Diagnosed with Breast Cancer: Life after Shock, released in the fall of 2012. Joni & Ken: An Untold Love Story was released in 2013. Joni’s book detailing her latest health challenges, Beside Bethesda: 31 Days Toward Deeper Healing, was released in 2014. In October 2016, her new daily devotional,

26-year old Christine O’Connor spoke to Ryan about the sudden arrival of spinal injury in her life as a result of her boyfriend David Griffin’s rock-climbing accident.Christine will be running the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon to raise funds for both David’s recovery and the National Rehabilitation Hospital where David is fighting to walk again. .