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April 20, 2023
As a medical professional, keeping up with the most up-to-date information on the potential consequences of a serious injury such as a concussion is essential as recent reports show that…
April 14, 2023
As a leading authority on the subject of concussion and CTE, the Concussion for Physicians & Medical Specialists Course is widely recognized for its valuable and thorough approach to patient…
April 4, 2023
Concussions are a serious and common injury, especially among young athletes. As a medical professional, it is important to stay up to date on the latest concussion management methods to…
March 27, 2023
In a world where as many as 3.8 million sport-related concussions occur annually in the United States alone , concussions can have serious and sometimes even long-lasting effects. The medical…
March 21, 2023
Continuing education for concussion and post-concussion syndrome is a must for Physical Therapists (and Physiotherapists). This post breaks down the best concussion management training courses for PTs to allow you…
March 9, 2023
From medical professionals and coaches to organizations and athletes, concussions are top of mind, and for good reason. Regardless of age and activity level, everyone is at risk for concussions….
December 15, 2022
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…
December 5, 2022
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 more….
October 28, 2022
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…
July 11, 2022
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…
April 26, 2022
Returning to School Following Concussion Every year in Canada alone, thousands of K-12 students sustain a concussion as a result of a fall, collision in their sport, or bike/auto accident….
April 19, 2022
Concussion Risk in Children & How to Minimize It Concussions are functional injuries that result from the sudden acceleration or deceleration of the head, neck or body. While they can…
May 11, 2022
The idea for this conversation came from frequent requests from PCS patients for something that they could share with friends and family to help them be more supportive and understanding….
April 28, 2022
In this episode I chat with Dr. John Leddy, one of the inventors of the famous Buffalo Concussion Treadmill Test. We discuss the autonomic nervous system and how exercise is…
March 24, 2022
CTE – Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy is a worrying conditions for many former athletes, military vets, and concussion patients. We know what the media says, but is this narrative actually true?…
March 16, 2022
Roughly 70% concussions recover within a few weeks yet 18-24% won’t be back to work at 6 months. Why such a big difference? Well…there may be underlying differences in these…
March 9, 2022
Sleep is so important for concussion recovery, yet very few people do it well. In this episode, I chat with a Neurologist and sleep expert, Dr. Adit Margaliot about the…
February 23, 2022
Note: this conversation discusses the legal principles in Ontario Canada and things may be different in your area. Also please note that this does not constitute legal advice and you…
February 17, 2022
A must listen for parents of young children and/or anyone involved in youth sports. In this episode we discuss concussion risks in kids and provide some real-world tangible things that…
February 10, 2022
In this episode we chat with Dr. Paul Hrkal all about the role fats play in both neuroprotection and concussion recovery. We discuss good vs. harmful fats, cholesterol, and deficiencies….
February 2, 2022
You’ve had a concussion and your employer is not working with you to find proper accommodations or threatening to terminate you if you cannot work…what are your rights? For this…
January 27, 2022
In this episode, I sit down with Occupational Therapist, Jenni Diamond to discuss returning to school after a concussion injury. Bio – Jenni Diamond is an Occupational Therapist and Certified…
December 20, 2021
The holidays can be stressful…especially if you are dealing with persistent concussion symptoms. In this episode, we provide some practical tips to help you make the most of the holiday…
December 2, 2021
Dr. Shirley Blanc is a neuro-optometrist in downtown Toronto. She is a Fellow and advisory board member of NORA (Neuro Optometric Rehabilitation Association), and a medical advisory board member and…
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