Concussion Talk Podcast

Erica, Jennifer and I discuss our brain injuries again! We talk about the life experience of a brain injury, acceptance, opportunity cost, mental health and more! Have a listen and check out the video on Concussion Talk Podcasts's YouTube channel! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Episode 5 of the Brainiac podcast with host Melissa Biscardi. This solo episode is a short and sweet dive into thinking about manual therapy to the head and face as part of concussion recovery. Melissa talks about the importance of a holistic approach that includes manual therapy to affected tissues. Every concussion involves a degree of whiplash and cranial tissue strain. Clinicians are encouraged to add this skill to their tool box and concussion warriors are encouraged to seek out practitioners who can help the issues in the tissues. Melissa also drops some hot off the press knowledge about a newly discovered layer of the brain! We are always learning and growing, for us, for you, for all..Follow Melissa for more on Let's Get Cranial!concussionrehab.ca & on Instagram @concussionrehab.caCheck out our collaborators on Instagram:@concussion.can@concussion.can.utoronto@headcheckhealth Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-tal

Amanda Burrill is a U.S. Navy Veteran, a chef, a journalist, a triathlete, a mountaineer and more, but most importantly, Amanda is a brain injury advocate! First brain injured in 2003 after a fall aboard a ship, but not diagnosed, Amanda went on with her adventurous and challenging lifestyle for many years and received many concussions. In her quest for information about, and finally understanding her own brain, Amanda has become a passionate advocate for brain injury awareness! We also talk about time, living your life and the presence that comes with the understanding that brain injury is not an interruption to life, it's part of it.Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandauncharted Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mack Hancock (and his group of engaged CLFC - Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada , Dalhousie University students) talks to youth, in and around Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, about concussions. His podcast, The Untangled Podcast, is also all about concussions and is available wherever you are! We talk hockey, baseline testing and the potential for concussion biomarkers. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Melissa Biscardi, nurse, concussion clinician, PhD student at the University of Toronto and host of Brainiac podcast joins me to discuss all of it! She's also a black belt in jiu jitsu and we briefly talk about that!*correction* Melissa mentions Dr. Carrick (at the 20:19 audio & 19:53 video). I mistakenly say that Tracy Lin, PT, did some training under Dr. Carrick, but it was actually the Upledger Institute in Florida. I apologize for the confusion and to Tracy. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI), chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are significant problems for the military (in this case, Canadian, but every military is affected). Project Enlist Canada and the Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada aim to address this by encouraging greater research into the effects of TBI on military personnel. To talk about Project Enlist Canada is Outreach Coordinator, Michael Terry, a 23 year veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, He also talks about how his own struggles with PTSD led to his involvement with Project Enlist and the Concussion Legacy Foundation. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast and video (check it out @concussiontalk on YouTube) is a discussion between Erica Norman (episode 128), Jennifer Smith (episode 141) and me (Nick Mercer). We talk about what we've discovered since our brain injuries.*Turn up your volume!* They're all different and they're all positive! I/we hope this is an uplifting episode and that this becomes a mini-series within Concussion Talk Podcast! We really liked talking to each other and there's so much to say!As for another discussion, what topic would you like us to talk about next? Please lets us know in the YouTube or Goodpods comments, or on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Episode 4 of this season's Brainiac podcast! Brainiac host Melissa Biscardi is joined by Dr. Brigetta (pronounced Brig-ee-ta) a naturopathic doctor and paramedic who recently packed her bags and moved from Canada to Sweden to bring concussion care across the ocean. This episode is a fun and informative chat on the topic of moving to Sweden, sleep, why we sleep, the intersection of sleep and concussion and some dangers/warnings around over the counter sleep medications. As always, check with your trusted health professional for what is right and safe for you. We do talk about some tips to promote sleep. Melissa's favourite are using an eye cover and a weighted blanket..You can find us here, please like and share and follow.Melissa Biscardi, Concussion clinician and research traineeInstagram: @concussionrehab.caYouTubewww.rehablab.caDr. Brigetta Naturopath and brain wise clinicianInstagram: @naturally_neurohttps://linktr.ee/naturally_neuro Get bonus content on PatreonSup

Mike Wahl is professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland Med School, a public speaker, a health and wellness entrepreneur, a TV, radio and podcast host and the guest speaker at the Newfoundland and Labrador Brain Injury Association's (NLBIA's) Dinner and Dance on February 10. We talk about a holistic approach to health, fitness and, of course, brain injury. While brain injury is unique to every person, it happens to a person, not just the brain. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this solo episode of the Brainiac podcast, Melissa briefly covers the different phenotypes, also known as subtypes, of concussion. Phenotypes are a way to organize symptoms and then use this information to guide rehabilitation decisions and recovery in a methodological way. While there is some variation on phenotypes depending on the research article and team, Melissa discusses the signs and symptoms of cervicogenic, oculomotor, vestibular, psychological, autonomic, metabolic and inflammatory phenotypes and who may best be able to help. This episode will be of interest to concussion warriors and clinicians interested in learning more about the different ways concussions may present in their office..Please don't forget to follow and share the episode and tag us on social media..We would love to hear from you! Find us here:Brainiac Host Melisssa Biscardi, RN, DOMP, PhD trainee and clinician educator: Instagram: @concussionrehab.caYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Concu

What a great way to start the year! A personal story and a chat discussing brain injury, including concussion, education, and trying to help others! I talk to the Vice President off the board of the Newfoundland and Labrador Brain Injury Association (NLBIA) Dr. Jennifer Smith. Jennifer is an NLBIA board colleague and friend of mine. She tells of her cerebellar stroke and her desire to educate others about brain injury in its many forms. We also talk about our hopes for the NLBIA this year and how awareness is a vital component in treating a brain injury.Dr. Jennifer Smith is also an instructor and researcher at the Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Brainiac podcast Melissa speaks with Dr. Jen Blanchette, psychologist and podcaster about how to leverage the powerful healing properties of the brain and work through the trauma of sustaining a concussion. This episode will be of interest to individuals recovering from concussion and clinicians looking to learn more about the trauma experience after concussion and strategies that can be leveraged for healing, Jen shares some powerful and easy to implement strategies that anyone can use in moments of stress- you won't want to miss them! Host: Melissa Biscardi, RN, DOMP, PhD student/research trainee can be found at @concussionrehab.caDr. Jen Blanchette, Psychologist, podcaster can be found at @tbitherapist  Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What has changed in brain injury research in recent years? What areas need more study, more attention? What have been the research trends? David Brody, M.D, PhD, researcher and Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Neurotrauma joins me to try to answer the questions in episode 140! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 33 caps, two Rugby World Cup appearances ('03 & '07) for Wales and a professional career, Alix Popham retired from rugby due to a shoulder injury, but the repeated head trauma in games and practice had him concerned about his brain. A normal bike ride around his town that left him lost, was the impetus to co-found, Head for Change, "pioneering positive change for brain health in sport and supporting ex-players who are affected by neurodegenerative disease as a result of their professional sporting career in football or rugby." We talk about the impacts rugby players go through during an 11-month season, what that can mean for players' long-term health, Head for Change and his continuing and challenging athletic endeavours, including triathlon, long bike rides, and an English Channel relay swim next year!Follow Head for Change on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor

On episode 138, Cassandra of the Newfoundland and Labrador Brain Injury Association (NLBIA) joins me as co-host as we talk to Chris Ryan, a singer/songwriter from NL. Chris has had multiple concussions and we talk about the importance of recognizing the signs and the lasting symptoms. How have concussions effected his music career; including his song writing and live shows? How have concussions affected his life?Check out Chris's music in UPtv's Hallmark movie, Love in Wolf CreekFollow Chris on Instagram Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am joined by Dr. Daniel Rafie, a UCLA BrainSPORT Sports Neurologist! As the host of The BrainSPORT Podcast at Steve Tisch UCLA Health, Dan goes by Adel. We talk about The UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Program, directed by Dr. Chris Giza; concussion, brain injury (briefly delving into dysautonomia) and, of course, their podcast!SPORT: Safety, Performance, Outreach, Research, Treatment.We couldn't remain on the continent and be farther apart, but our podcasts share a common goal,- albeit UCLA has a few more resources than I do! To provide education about the most common type of brain injury - concussion!Be sure to check out The BrainSPORT Podcast on YouTube!Follow Dan on Instagram @ahdel.neuro & Twitter @AhdelneuroFollow the UCLA Steve Tisch BrainSPORT Team on Twitter. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we are introduced to the new host of the Brainiac Concussion podcast- Melissa Biscardi. Next, sex differences in concussion risk and recovery are discussed. Specifically, Melissa chats about the structural differences in the neck, hormonal responses of males versus females, and sex differences in brain structure. Both current research as well as a few nudges for future research are included. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steven Broglio, PhD, gives us an all encompassing look at the University of Michigan Concussion Center and talks about the extensive research and outreach that goes into the great work of the Center. The University of Michigan has a student population of about 51,000 as well as a popular and top-level athletics program! The Wolverines are well known for their football, basketball and hockey teams, to name but a few. The large student body and sports programs are certainly venues for outreach, but they also provide avenues of learning for all involved!This is the article in which Steven is oft-quoted that came out after the NFL Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa sustained two concussions within about four days: It's never 'just' a concussion. Your brain is injured. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just me this week, thanking everybody for their support, including HeadCheck Health  ! Also to ask you to visit my website, the "Store" link and to consider buying any of the many items on my Teepublic  Store page! To potential advertisers or sponsors, please reach out to me via my website, https://www.concussiontalk.com/contact/Thank you everybody for your support and your interest in learning more about brain injury and concussion! Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Richard Tedeschi, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and Professor Emeritus at UNC Charlotte. He was on the th core faculty for 42 years, and retired in June 2018. Dr. Tedeschi has published numerous articles and books on the concept of posttraumatic growth that he helped to develop [along with Dr. Lawrence Calhoun]. He serves as media consultant on trauma for the American Psychological Association and is a Fellow of the Division of Trauma Psychology and has provided presentations and training on trauma for the U.S. Army, and many professional organizations, clinics, and educational institutions." Dr. Tedeschi now serves as Distinguished Chair at Boulder Crest Institute (from whose website I copied this bio). We discuss post-traumatic growth (PTG), how it may be fostered in those who have been through trauma, and how affirming and positive the responses can be.I encourage everyone who has been through something as seemingly despairing as a traumatic brain injury, or is a family member, friend, companion, etc,