Ask Concussion Doc | Complete Concussion Management

Ask Concussion Doc | Complete Concussion Management

Ask Concussion Doc is a show where we answer your questions about concussions, treatment and rehabilitation to raise awareness, educate, and help patients, athletes and practitioners better manage these injuries. For more information about Complete Concussion Management, visit www.CompleteConcussions.com DISCLAIMER This is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of doctors and/or healthcare professionals. Patients should consult their physician and/or healthcare providers in matters relating to their health, and in particular, with respect to any concussion and/or symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention.

Episodes

Episode 134 - Concussion Recovery Stories

July 28, 2022 • 107 mins
My colleagues and I started the Concussion Fix program when the pandemic first hit as a way of offering an extremely low-cost virtual concussion care service that would be accessible to people all around the world. After 2 years we have helped more than 2000 patients with long-standing post-concussion syndrome - sometimes as long as 7+ years - to fully recover from their concussions and get their lives back. In this episode, we a...
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Episode 133 - The Silent Injury & Helpful Support Systems with Melinda Krynen-Hill

May 11, 2022 • 46 mins
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. Melinda Krynen Hill is a Registered Psychotherapist (RP), trained mindfulness facilitator and Founder of Stillspace, a mindfulness consulting company that offers mindfulness- and compassion-based initiatives to enhance wellness. She has trained i...
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Episode 132 - The Autonomic Nervous System & How Exercise is Medicine for Concussion Patients

April 28, 2022 • 65 mins
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 medicine for concussion patients. If you need a treadmill test done please visit completeconcussions.com to find a clinic near you. BIO: Dr. John J. Leddy is Professor of Clinical Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University at Buffalo Jacobs Sc...
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What is a concussion? The patient series.

March 30, 2022 • 19 mins
In this episode we take a deeper dive into the science behind what a concussion actually is. What happens inside the brain cells and why it causes the symptoms it does. This episode was created for a new youtube video series designed for patients. For the full story and accompanying slides, head over to our Youtube Channel and subscribe to have first access to all the videos in this series as they are released! https://www.yo...
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Episode 131 - CTE - How Worried About CTE Should You Be?

March 24, 2022 • 56 mins
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? In this episode we break down the latest evidence surrounding this controversial topic to give a balanced view of what we know, and what we don’t. For previous podcast episodes, visit: https://completeconcussions.com/resources/ask-concuss...
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Episode 130 -3 Step Concussion Recovery Program (building foundations)

March 16, 2022 • 30 mins
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 two groups from the start. In this episode, I’m going to break down exactly what these differences are and how you can start applying specific strategies to build a strong foundation for concussion recovery. For previous podcast episodes, visit: https://comp...
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Episode 129 - Concussions & Sleep w Dr. Adit Margaliot

March 9, 2022 • 67 mins
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 importance of sleep on concussion recovery. Doctor Margaliot is a Canadian-trained neurologist with a fellowship in neuromuscular disorders and further specialization in sleep medicine. She has practiced in both hospital and community settings. She now also practice...
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Episode 128 - Litigation After Concussion w Luis Quail

February 23, 2022 • 60 mins
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 should always check with a lawyer in your area to understand your rights. Bio: Luis Quail is a founding partner of Quail Warfe Kreder LLP and practices personal injury, disability and employment law in Ontario, Canada. He began his career at a promin...
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Episode 127 - Concussion Risk In Children & How To Minimize It

February 17, 2022 • 27 mins
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 you can do to improve the safety of our young athletes. For previous podcast episodes, visit: https://completeconcussions.com/resources/ask-concussion-doc/ CONCUSSION EDUCATION PROGRAMS: Healthcare Practitioners: https://completeconcussions.com/se...
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Episode 126 - Diet for Concussion Recovery - Can Fats Help with Concussion Recovery?

February 10, 2022 • 65 mins
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. We also discuss the Concussion Fix diet and how it is one of the single most powerful tools for patients suffering with ongoing concussion symptoms. Learn more about the Concussion Fix program here: https://concussiondoc.io/offer/the-concussion...
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Episode 125 - Concussion Recovery & Employment Law - What Are Your Rights? w Luis Quail

February 2, 2022 • 48 mins
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 conversation I’m joined by Luis Quail of QWK Lawyers a personal injury and employment law firm in Toronto Canada. Note: this conversation discusses the legal principles in Ontario Canada and things may be different in your area. Also please note that thi...
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Episode 124 - Returning To School Following Concussion

January 26, 2022 • 52 mins
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 Personal Trainer. She is the Director of Occupational Therapy Services at the Neurology Centre of Toronto. At the Neurology Centre, Jenni manages a team of therapists and provides treatment to patients who have sustained one or more concussio...
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Episode 123 - 7 Concussion Recovery Tips for THE HOLIDAYS

December 20, 2021 • 30 mins
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 seasons and come out the other side feeling better than when you started. For previous podcast episodes, visit: https://completeconcussions.com/resources/ask-concussion-doc/ CONCUSSION EDUCATION PROGRAMS: Healthcare Practitioners: https://complete...
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Episode 122 - Vision Therapy for Concussion Rehab (with Dr. Shirley Blanc)

December 20, 2021 • 74 mins
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 contributor to Complete Concussion Management. In this episode we discuss common visual presentations and symptoms that both patients and clinicians should be on the look out for in post-concussion patients. We also discuss treatment...
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Episode 121 - POST-CONCUSSION EXERCISE (how to get back into working out after concussion)

November 24, 2021 • 50 mins
For previous podcast episodes, visit: https://completeconcussions.com/resources/ask-concussion-doc/ CONCUSSION EDUCATION PROGRAMS: Healthcare Practitioners: https://completeconcussions.com/services-courses/healthcare-practitioners/become-a-clinic/ Coaches/Trainers/Teachers: https://completeconcussions.com/services-courses/sports-schools/ Follow us! www.completeconcussions.com
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Episode 120 - Neurofatigue & Brain Fog in Concussion Patients (PCS Recovery)

November 17, 2021 • 81 mins
In this episode I chat with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND (@drpaulhrkal) about concussions and persistent concussion symptoms that many patients suffer including neurofatigue and brain fog. We also discuss the pillars of treatment for these conditions and we cover some basic strategies that you can take right now to start addressing some of these issues. For previous podcast episodes, visit: https://completeconcussions.com/resources/ask-con...
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Episode 119 - Jenni Diamond - Return To Work

November 11, 2021 • 57 mins
In this episode I chat with Jenni Diamond, an Occupational Therapy with a focus on concussion and neurorehabilitation, all about returning to work after a concussion. Our wide ranging conversation covers different strategies for different job types and how an OT may be able to help. If you’d like to learn more about Jenni, you can find her on instagram (@the.concussion.ots) or you can check out her clinic The Neurology Centre of ...
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Episode 118 - Top Concussion Treatments!

October 20, 2021 • 54 mins
In part 2 of our coverage of persistent concussion symptoms, we dive deep into the best treatments. No gimmicks…just the facts and the evidence. If you need help getting rid of your lingering concussion symptoms, check out the Concussion Fix program: https://concussiondoc.io/offer/the-concussion-fix/ If you require treadmill testing and/or rehabilitation for your neck, balance & dizziness, visual symptoms, or headaches, find a cer...
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Episode 117 - Prolonged Concussion Symptoms (PCS)

October 13, 2021 • 57 mins
Why do some people get better in a week while others take months to years? PCS” is the acronym that was originally assigned to Post-Concussion Syndrome which was defined as having 3 or more concussion-related symptoms 1 to 3 months or more after a concussion injury. The term Post-Concussion Syndrome was replaced a few years ago with “Persistent Concussion Symptoms” and more recently by “Prolonged Concussion Symptoms”. In any cas...
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Episode 116 - Concussion Baseline Testing (Everything You Need To Know About Baseline Tests)

October 7, 2021 • 51 mins
Baseline testing is the concept of testing athletes on their mental and physical abilities prior to the season. The results of these tests can be valuable if an athlete sustains a concussion during the sports season as tests can be re-administered to determine the level of impairment and whether an athlete has fully recovered and is safe to return to their sport. In this episode we cover the latest evidence on baseline testing, h...
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