As the holiday season approaches, concussion recovery can become especially challenging. The hustle and bustle of the holidays often bring increased social expectations and overwhelming schedules that can cause additional…
Historically, patients with concussion symptoms due to mild traumatic brain injury were told to rest, rest, rest. And when complete rest didn’t work, they were told to rest some…
When someone sustains a concussion, there are many key considerations on their path to healing. Proper nutrition, metabolic recovery, and of course, sleep. But exactly what effect does a concussion…
The Importance of Communication in Concussion Recovery When it comes to recovery, some injuries are simpler than others. For instance, if you break your leg in a ski accident, X-rays…
Concussion has become one of the most prevalent and concerning sport injuries of our time. In fact, several sources estimate that there are up to 3.8 million sports- and recreation-related concussions in the United States each year.[1] It’s quite clear that concussions remain a significant public health concern, particularly in sport.
While there are lot of unknowns about concussions, there is actually a lot we do know about these injuries and concussion management. One of the problem is that media headlines, in some cases, do not accurately reflect or report the scientific evidence and medical research. The good news is that the research in this area is rapidly evolving and growing every day.
Dr. Cameron Marshall, DC (concussion_doc) joins the HealthSimple Show to discuss the truth about concussions. During the show, we ask the question: Do we have a concussion problem? Or, do we have a problem with the way we manage these injuries?
The HealthSimple Show is all about teaching people to live a healthy, happy and stress free life. The host, Kyle Reidhead, interviews health experts from around the world on various health topics, including: exercise, nutrition, meditation, weight loss, mindfullness, fitness, healthy lifestyle, motivation, and so on. If you want to improve your health, check out the HealthSimple podcast for some fun and informative discussions!
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We analyze leading research to develop best-in-class approaches to concussion care.