Concussion Talk Podcast

In episode 19 of Concussion Talk Podcast I talk to Katherine Snedaker. Katherine is the founder of Pink Concussions www.pinkconcussions.com which is dedicated to the improvement of the research, medical care and community support for females with brain Injury including concussion.Please check out her Pink Concussions for more info on female concussions, research, and events/conferences. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On episode 18 of Concussion Talk Podcast I talk to Mike Luke, a World Rugby Medical Educator and Certified Kinesiologist in St. John's, NL. Mike is a co- owner/operator of Pony Locale , a Pilates, Kinesiology, and Massage Therapy studio. In August 2016, Mike was asked to be part of Rugby Americas North (RAN) Mens U19 and Womens 10s Rugby Tournament as a "concussion spotter". I talk to Mike about his involvement with the tournament; what his role was, what he had to do, what he saw, etc.Personally, I have done strength training with Mike several times, and I can attest to his challenging and effective workouts, his enthusiastic and inspiring attitude, along with his unique approach to movement! 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 episode 17 of Concussion Talk Podcast I talk to Sandhya and Swapna Mylabathula. They are sisters from Toronto who have done a lot of research on concussions and concussion awareness, with the aim of ultimately bridging the gap between what those who've had a concussion need, and what is available. By working with their Member of Parliament, Dr. Kirsty Duncan (currently the Minister of Science), they helped to draft a Private Member's Bill into Parliament, A Comprehensive Strategy to Address Concussions Across Canada. The Bill has had its first reading in Parliament and is in the process of becoming legislation.We discuss; the Bill and what it entails, their research, and their resulting speaking engagements in Canada and internationally.We also discuss the Brain Injury Canada conference in Toronto in September 2016, at which they will speak and where I hope to do a podcast with presenters/speakers. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on A

On Episode 16 of Concussion Talk Podcast, I will be talking with Moira Merrithew, of Merrithew, mind-body education and equipment (of which STOTT PILATES is a brand) about post-rehab Pilates, knowing and understanding one's body, and how being mindful is important for efficient movement.Pilates is a type of exercise that my sister encouraged me to try after my brain injury and rehab. I began doing Pilates in 2012 (almost nine years after my injury) and I've found it to be incredible! Since I started, I've noticed improvements in my balance, my strength, my overall efficiency of movement, my confidence when I walk and swim, and my energy level. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest for episode 15 of Concussion Talk Podcast is Kristine Miller, PhD and PT (physiotherapist), researcher, and Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.Kristine Miller was one of the authors of, "Feasibility and results of a case study of yoga to improve physical functioning in people with chronic traumatic brain injury" a case study and article in the Journal of Disability and Rehabilitation. The participants in the case study showed marked improvements in balance, balance confidence, lower extremity strength, and endurance. I talk to Kristine about the case study, brain injury and rehabilitation, and why she thinks yoga is so beneficial. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kit is a physiotherapist (PT) on the inpatient Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) rehab team at Toronto Rehabilitation Institute. Currently working in the "neurocognitive stream" which caters to patients with more cognitive impairments, Kit has also worked in the "neurophysical stream" which caters to patients who are more physically impaired. Physiotherapists at Toronto's University Health Network (UHN) work closely with Occupational Therapists (OTs), social workers, speech therapists, and rehab therapists to help maximize patients' independence, safety, and function prior to discharge home. 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 talk to Ashley Kinsella, a physiotherapist in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, who treats concussion clients. We talk about exercises and how she as a physiotherapist approaches concussion clients. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Nick Reed is my podcast guest for episode 12 of #ConcussionTalkPodcast. Dr. Reed is an Occupational Therapist, Co-Director of the Concussion Centre at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, and Assistant Prof, OS&OT, at University of Toronto. We talk about the great facility that is Holland Bloorview and the exciting and encouraging research and work that is being done there! 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 episode 11 of Concussion Talk Podcast I talk to Dr. Leodante da Costa, a neurosurgeon and scientist at Sunnybrook Hospital in Toronto, part of the University Health Network (UHN). Dr. da Costa received first round funding from GE and the National Football League's "Head Health Challenge" to advance his brain injury research, focusing on the reaction of blood vessels in the brain to a head injury. 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 talk to Dr. Jess Schwartz, a Doctor of Physical Therapy in New York. We discuss concussions; how they're treated, symptoms, why she is interested in the treatment of concussions, and we talk about the new Evidence in Motion (EIM) program that they, along with Dr. Jess Schwartz, will announce in March 2016. 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 episode 9 of Concussion Talk Podcast Alex Rebchuk and Harrison Brown, two graduate students at UBC (University of British Columbia) School of Kinesiology, join me to discuss their research. With the enthusiastic participation of the UBC Thunderbirds Football team, the funding and support of Canadian Chiropractic Research Foundation, MEA Forensic Engineer and Scientists, UBC School of Kinesiology, and using a small device called an xPatch, Alex and Harrison have been researching the link between a player’s brain function and the number, and magnitude, of hits sustained. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A chat with former ski patroller and former Ski Magazine web editor, Sally Francklyn, about skiing, being aware out there, and the remarkable story of the skiing accident and her recovery from a severe traumatic brain injury. http://www.concussiontalk.com/ 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 talk to Jeff Brooks. Jeff was previously a linebackeer for the University of Western Mustangs Football Team, and is now a graduate student at the University of Western Ontario doing his Master's in Biomechanics measuring the force of hits in football as well as collecting electroencephalgram (EEG) data of brain activity to measure change over the course of the football season. 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 talk to Lauren and Samantha of Concussion Connection www.concussionconnection.com about their own concussions, their hopes for their website, and their thoughts about concussions and sports. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An interview with Angie Smith, Coordinator of Programs and Services with the Newfoundland and Labrador Brain Injury Association (NLBIA). We discuss what services and programs are available for people who've had a brain injury, what services and programs people often require, how and where to find them Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking to Justin Murphy of Concussion-U, an interest group founded by medical students at 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.

I talk to Calgary Flames' Strength & Conditioning Coach, Ryan van Asten, about how he trains players, concussed players, and what he's noticed about training concussed athletes during his career. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview with Dr. Kristian Goulet, Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) Concussion Clinic, Pediatric Sports Medicine Clinic of Ottawa Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Intro, future podcasts, my brain injury story Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.