Concussion Recovery and Returning to Work: Debunking Myths About Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Time for some myth-busting and clarification regarding concussions.
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Ep 93 👁️ Neuro-Optometry and Concussion Rehab Explained by Dr Neera Kapoor, OD, FAAO, FCOVD-A 🥼 Hosted by Dr. Jessica Schwartz PT, DPT, CSCS, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and brain injury survivor, who is unapologetically passionate about educating healthcare professionals about concussion, examination, intervention, collaboration, and advocacy. 🎙️ Concussion Corner Podcast® is our Free Open Access Medical Education #FOAMed portion of our 24 weeks of educational programming at Concussion Corner Academy®. We’re so happy that you’re here! 🎓 Concussion Corner Academy® has two courses — Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part I & Part II — each offering 30 hours of continuing education credit for PT, OT, and ATC in all 50 United States. We’ve served hundreds of healthcare professionals worldwide across disciplines. We’re truly interdisciplinary and interactive across all aspects of our programming! 🔗 Visit us at https://www.concussioncorner.org to learn more about how you can join our #TeachOneServeMany community! ⸻ 💡 In This Episode: 👁️ Dr. Neera Kapoor, Clinical Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and internationally recognized neuro-optometrist, joins Dr. Jessica Schwartz for a deep dive into the missing link in concussion care — vision. 🤝 Together they explore how to identify visual and ocular motor dysfunction, bridge care between disciplines, and understand the functional component of vision that so many concussion patients struggle to describe. 📍 Highlights include: • Why vision is foundational but often overlooked in concussion care • The difference between primary eye exams and neuro-optometric assessment • Listening for subtle subjective red and yellow flags patients can’t name • Why measuring recovery is as important as the break in near-point testing • How to sequence care between visual, vestibular, and cervical systems • Practical tips for reading and screen habituation with real-world carryover • Pacing, grounding, and re-connecting patients to their body after TBI • Upcoming research and global teaching by Dr. Kapoor ⸻ 🩺 About Dr. Neera Kapoor: Dr. Kapoor is a Clinical Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and an internationally recognized neuro-optometrist with over 100 lectures delivered worldwide. She has co-authored dozens of peer-reviewed articles and textbook chapters on vision and acquired brain injury. Her teaching emphasizes functional vision integration, proprioceptive feedback, and collaboration across disciplines to enhance concussion outcomes. 📅 Upcoming Speaking Engagements: • Stroke and Vertigo Lecture — Northwell Health — 🗓️ November 13 • Brain Injury Association of New York State (BIANYS) Conference — 🗓️ March 6 2026 in White Plains, NY • Guest Editor — 🧠 International Journal of Emergency Medicine Special Open-Access Issue on Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (launching early 2026) ⸻ 📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode: 🔗 Concussion Corner Academy Part II Enrollment — https://www.concussioncorner.org/courses 🔗 Northwell Health Events — https://www.northwell.edu 🔗 Brain Injury Association of New York State — https://bianys.org 🔗 International Journal of Emergency Medicine — https://intjem.biomedcentral.com ⸻ 📖 Chapters: 00:00  Introduction to Concussion Corner® and Dr. Neera Kapoor 02:43  Why vision is the missing link in concussion care 08:07  Listening for patient language and functional clues 12:25  Proprioceptive feedback and near-point convergence tips 15:39  Pacing and grounding the visual system 18:40  Visual vs vestibular vs cervical drivers of dizziness 23:14  Eye muscle roles explained for rehab providers 26:19  Sequencing and co-management in interdisciplinary care 31:49  Why recovery is as important as the break 33:47  Closing remarks and upcoming lectures ⸻ A Word From Our Sponsor: 🏈🚲⚽️🏒 Since 2011, Virginia Tech researchers have provided independent helmet ratings to help consumers choose the safest options for reducing concussion risk. This work is completely independent of helmet manufacturers and serves Virginia Tech’s mission to lower concussion risk worldwide. Visit the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab at https://bit.ly/VirginiaTechHelmets and help spread the word in your community! 🏇⚾️🥎 ⸻ 📢 Call to Action: 👍 Like this episode 🔔 Subscribe to Concussion Corner Podcast® 👥 Share with a colleague 🎓 Join Concussion Corner Academy® Part II to learn live with Dr. Neera Kapoor and our faculty 🌐 www.ConcussionCorner.org ⸻ This podcast is for entertainment and educational purposes only and should not be confused for medical advice. Please reach out to your medical team or call 911 if this is an emergency.

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#91 FIFA 11+ and the Global Science of Injury Prevention w/ Dr. Mario Bizzini PhD, MSc, PT #SportFisio 🧠 Welcome to the Concussion Corner Podcast®, your trusted resource for interdisciplinary conversations related to all things concussion-related in healthcare, advocacy, and sport. 🥼 Hosted by Dr. Jessica Schwartz PT, DPT, CSCS, a doctor of Physical Therapy and brain injury survivor, who is unapologetically passionate about educating healthcare professionals about concussion, examination, intervention, collaboration, & advocacy. 🎙️Concussion Corner Podcast® is our Free Open Access Medical Education #FOAMed portion of our 24 weeks of educational programming at Concussion Corner Academy®. We're so happy that you're here! 🎓 Concussion Corner Academy® has two courses, Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part I & Part II, which has 30 hours of continuing education credits for each course for PT, OT, and ATC in all 50 United States. We’ve served hundreds of healthcare professionals all over the world and across all professions. We’re truly interdisciplinary and interactive across all aspects of our programming! 🔗 Visit us at https://www.concussioncorner.org to learn more about how you can join our #TeachOneServeMany community! --------- 💡 In this Episode: In this episode of the Concussion Corner Podcast®, Jessica Schwartz, PT, DPT, CSCS, sits down with Dr. Mario Bizzini, PhD, MSc, PT — Research Associate at the Schulthess Clinic’s Human Performance Lab in Zürich and a key figure in the development of FIFA’s 11+ injury prevention program. Together they explore how global injury prevention strategies translate to concussion rehab, the neuroscience behind musculoskeletal injury, and the power of interdisciplinary teamwork in sport.  Mario Bizzini, PhD, MSc, PT is as a research associate at the Human Performance Lab, Schulthess Clinic in Zürich (Switzerland), where he works since 34 years. He earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Pittsburgh (School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, 2001), and completed his PhD at the Oslo Sports Trauma and Research Center at the Norwegian School of Sports Sciences (2010).  Dr. Bizzini was also involved during 14 years (2002-2016) with the FIFA Medical Research and Assessment Center (F-MARC). His research interests focus on prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries. Mario has at today 135 peer-reviewed publications, 6 books, and 20 book chapters on these topics. He is Deputy Editor of the British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) and on the Editorial Board of the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy ( https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC_5w6KFuyIWg-z3H3hsV-og ). Dr. Bizzini, a former board member of the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy (IFSPT), is currently the Vice-President of the https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCMYW4Yv3IXeANv-uD3R0FYA Swiss Sport Physiotherapy Association (SSPA). He’s a rehabilitation consultant for professional ice hockey and football/soccer teams, and has worked at three https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCTl3QQTvqHFjurroKxexy2Q Games (2008, 2012, 2016), three FIFA World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014), and two https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCpcTrCXblq78GZrTUTLWeBw Women’s World Cups (2007, 2015). 🌎 Whether you’re a PT, OT, ATC, OD, or MD, this episode offers a compelling reminder that comprehensive concussion care must include a clear understanding of the entire system of sport from backend researchers to on field support. 📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode: 🔗 Sports Fisio Swiss https://sportfisio.ch/  🔗 Prevention strategies and modifiable risk factors for concussion: a systematic review and meta-analysis for the Female, woman and girl Athlete Injury pRevention (FAIR) consensus in British Journal of Sports Medicine https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/2025/09/19/bjsports-2025-109915 🔗 FIFA 11+ https://inside.fifa.com/health-and-medical/injury-prevention 🔗 FIFA 11+: an effective programme to prevent football injuries in various player groups worldwide—a narrative review https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/49/9/577 🔗 https://www.ucalgary.ca/shred-injuries/all-sports/rugby 🔗 http://mariobizzini.com/ 🔗 https://mariobizzini.bio/ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Mario Bazzini 01:29 Dr. Bazzini's Career Journey 05:34 Evolution of Injury Prevention in Sports  13:19 FIFA 11 Plus Program and Its Impact 22:47 Future Directions in Sports Injury Prevention 26:52 Outro  A Word From Our Sponsor:  🏈 🚲⚽️🏒Since 2011, Virginia Tech researchers have been providing unbiased helmet ratings that allow consumers to make informed decisions when purchasing helmets. The helmet ratings are the culmination of over a decade of research identifying which helmets best reduce concussion risk. This work is done as part of Virginia Tech’s service mission and is 100% independent of any funding or influence from helmet manufacturers. Please visit the Virginia Tech helmet lab website at bit.ly/VirginiaTechHelmets and spread the word to aid in lowering concussion risk in your community 🏇⚾️🥎 `*This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be confused for medical advice. Please reach out to your medical team or call 911 if this is an emergency*

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#89 Concussion Care: Data-Driven Insights from Dr. Steven Broglio PhD 🧠 Welcome to the Concussion Corner Podcast®, your trusted resource for interdisciplinary conversations related to all things concussion-related in healthcare, advocacy, and sport. 🥼 Hosted by Dr. Jessica Schwartz PT, DPT, CSCS, a doctor of Physical Therapy and brain injury survivor, who is unapologetically passionate about educating healthcare professionals about concussion, examination, intervention, collaboration, & advocacy.  🎙️Concussion Corner Podcast® is our Free Open Access Medical Education #FOAMed portion of our 24 weeks of educational programming at Concussion Corner Academy®. We're so happy that you're here! 🎓 Concussion Corner Academy® has two courses, Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part I & Part II, which has 30 hours of continuing education credits for each course for PT, OT, and ATC in all 50 United States. We’ve served hundreds of healthcare professionals all over the world and across all professions. We’re truly interdisciplinary and interactive across all aspects of our programming! 🔗 Visit us at https://www.concussioncorner.org to learn more about how you can join our #TeachOneServeMany community! ---------  💡 In this Episode: Dr. Steven Broglio is Associate Dean for Graduate Affairs in the School of Kinesiology, Director of the Michigan Concussion Center, and President of the Concussion in Sport Group. A global leader in concussion research, Dr. Broglio has shaped the scientific conversation around recovery timelines, sideline tools, and long-term outcomes for over two decades. In this episode, he outlines how concussion recovery expectations have evolved from early NCAA studies to recent findings from the CARE Consortium.  Dr. Broglio discusses the shift toward individualized models of care and emphasizes the importance of data-informed timelines that reflect the realities of patient recovery. Dr. Broglio also shares updates on the structure and mission of the Concussion in Sport Group, highlighting its commitment to transparent, evidence-based tools that support clinicians worldwide.  📘 Join CISG:https://www.concussioninsportgroup.com 💡This episode is for clinicians, educators, and advocates who want to meet their patients where they are and build trust through action, empathy, and education.  📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode: 🔗 University of Michigan Concussion Center:https://concussion.umich.edu/about-us/profiles/steven-broglio-phd/ 🔗 Dr. Broglio's PubMed Research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=broglio+s 🔗 Consensus statement on concussion in sport: the 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport-Amsterdam, October 2022https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37316210/ 📰 NY Times Ken Belson Reporting on the Gunman Who Attacked Midtown Office Building Had C.T.E. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/26/us/cte-football-tamura-gunman.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare 🔗 The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7/365. Your conversations are free and confidential if you or someone you know needs emotion support https://988lifeline.org  🔗 Dr. Jose Posas MD, FAAN SDOH Concussion Corner Podcast® https://open.spotify.com/episode/73xS8Lfpekq1tJRqunQB39?si=byp1KEfUQyeghjTQXopsVQ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Concussion Research and Background 00:56 The Evolution of Concussion Guidelines 08:09 Leadership and Integrity in Concussion Research  11:44 Debunking Old Myths: The 2003 Paper Revisited  17:57 Understanding Recovery: The Role of Active Management 21:30 Addressing Mental Health and Social Determinants of Health  25:15 Membership and Community Engagement in Concussion Research  A Word From Our Sponsor: 🏈 🚲⚽️🏒Since 2011, Virginia Tech researchers have been providing unbiased helmet ratings that allow consumers to make informed decisions when purchasing helmets. The helmet ratings are the culmination of over a decade of research identifying which helmets best reduce concussion risk. This work is done as part of Virginia Tech’s service mission and is 100% independent of any funding or influence from helmet manufacturers. Please visit the Virginia Tech helmet lab website at https://bit.ly/VirginiaTechHelmets and spread the word to aid in lowering concussion risk in your community 🏇⚾️🥎 *This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be confused for medical advice. Please reach out to your medical team or call 911 if this is an emergency*

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#85 Top-of-Scope PT, Clinical Integrity & Inclusive Practice Models w/ Dr. Jeff Moore PT, DPT, OCS 🧠 Welcome to the Concussion Corner Podcast®, your trusted resource for interdisciplinary conversations related to all things concussion-related in healthcare, advocacy, and sport.  🥼 Hosted by Dr. Jessica Schwartz PT, DPT, CSCS, a doctor of Physical Therapy and brain injury survivor, who is  unapologetically passionate about educating healthcare professionals about concussion, examination, intervention, collaboration, & advocacy. 🎙️Concussion Corner Podcast® is our Free Open Access Medical Education #FOAMed portion of our 24 weeks of educational programming at Concussion Corner Academy®. We're so happy that you're here! 🎓 Concussion Corner Academy® has two courses, Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part I & Part II, which has 30 hours of continuing education credits for each course for PT, OT, and ATC in all 50 United States. We’ve served hundreds of healthcare professionals all over the world and across all professions. We’re truly  interdisciplinary and interactive across all aspects of our programming! 🔗 Visit us at https://www.concussioncorner.org to learn more about how you can join our #TeachOneServeMany community! --------- 💡 In this Episode: 🎙️ In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Dr. Jeff Moore and Dr. Jessica Schwartz go deeper into what it means to operate at the top of your clinical scope and how payment models, clinic environments, and referral systems directly impact patient outcomes. 🧳 We Unpack:  •The difference between certification and true clinical confidence  •Why Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio doesn’t offer residencies — and why that matters  •How emotionally intelligent PTs navigate flare-ups and complex patient presentations  •The dangers of myopic thinking in business and clinical care  •In-network vs out-of-network care: it’s not either-or — it’s AND 🤝 From concussion recovery to chronic pain, this episode highlights why environment, equity, and education matter  and how we can all be part of the solution. 🎧 Subscribe, rate, and share to amplify compassionate, top-of-scope care across the rehab world. 📲 Listen, rate, and subscribe to support global access to compassionate, evidence-informed concussion care. 🌎 Whether you’re a PT, OT, ATC, OD, or MD, this episode offers a compelling reminder that comprehensive concussion care must include a clear understanding of the the vagus nerve, nervous system, and pelvic health.  📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode: 🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio home page: https://ptonice.com/ 🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio Certifications page: https://ptonice.com/certifications/ 🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio IG: https://www.instagram.com/icephysio/ 🔗 Onward Home Page: https://onwardphysicaltherapy.com/  🔗 Onward IG page: https://www.instagram.com/onwardphysicaltherapy/ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 Navigating Financial Challenges in Business 01:12 Top of Scope in Physical Therapy 02:28 The Importance of Clinical Expertise 05:24 Understanding Patient Reactions and Emotional Intelligence 08:19 The Role of Environment in Clinical Practice 11:16 Payment Models and Access to Care 14:25 Residency and Certification in Physical Therapy 18:11 The Future of Physical Therapy A Word From Our Sponsor: 🏈 🚲⚽️🏒Since 2011, Virginia Tech researchers have been providing unbiased helmet ratings that allow consumers to make informed decisions when purchasing helmets. The helmet ratings are the culmination of over a decade of research identifying which helmets best reduce concussion risk. This work is done as part of Virginia Tech’s service mission and is 100% independent of any funding or influence from helmet manufacturers. Please visit the Virginia Tech helmet lab website at bit.ly/VirginiaTechHelmets and spread the word to aid in lowering concussion risk in your community 🏇⚾️🥎 *This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be confused for medical advice. Please reach out to your medical team or call 911 if this is an emergency*

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#84 Fitness-Forward Physical Therapy and Why Environment Matters in Rehab w/ Dr. Jeff Moore PT, DPT 🧠 Welcome to the Concussion Corner Podcast®, your trusted resource for interdisciplinary conversations related to all things concussion-related in healthcare, advocacy, and sport.  🥼 Hosted by Dr. Jessica Schwartz PT, DPT, CSCS, a doctor of Physical Therapy and brain injury survivor, who is  unapologetically passionate about educating healthcare professionals about concussion, examination, intervention, collaboration, & advocacy. 🎙️Concussion Corner Podcast® is our Free Open Access Medical Education #FOAMed portion of our 24 weeks of educational programming at Concussion Corner Academy®. We're so happy that you're here! 🎓 Concussion Corner Academy® has two courses, Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part I & Part II, which has 30 hours of continuing education credits for each course for PT, OT, and ATC in all 50 United States. We’ve served hundreds of healthcare professionals all over the world and across all professions. We’re truly  interdisciplinary and interactive across all aspects of our programming! 🔗 Visit us at https://www.concussioncorner.org to learn more about how you can join our #TeachOneServeMany community! --------- 💡 In This Episode: 🎙️In this energizing first episode with Dr. Jeff Moore, we explore what it really means to practice at the top of scope, especially in the worlds of concussion, pelvic health, and chronic pain. 📣 We Unpack:  •The risks of rest and the side effects of doing nothing  •The evolution from Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio to Onward PT  •Fitness-forward rehab that meets patients where they are  •Why psychologically informed care is essential for nervous system recovery  •How your environment directly shapes clinical outcomes 🧠 Whether you’re treating persistent concussion symptoms or optimizing care for complex orthopedic patients, this episode challenges you to rethink what high-quality, emotionally intelligent physical therapy really looks like in 2025. 🌐 Learn more and enroll: www.ConcussionCorner.org 📲 Listen, rate, and subscribe to support global access to compassionate, evidence-informed concussion care. 🌎 Whether you’re a PT, OT, ATC, OD, or MD, this episode offers a compelling reminder that comprehensive concussion care must include a clear understanding of the the vagus nerve, nervous system, and pelvic health.  📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode: 🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio home page: https://ptonice.com/ 🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio Certifications page: https://ptonice.com/certifications/ 🔗 Institute of Clinical Excellence (ICE) Physio IG: https://www.instagram.com/icephysio/ 🔗 Onward Home Page: https://onwardphysicaltherapy.com/ 🔗 Onward IG page: https://www.instagram.com/onwardphysicaltherapy/ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Physical Therapy Innovations 01:55 The Evolution of Onward Physical Therapy 05:58 ICE Physio's Curriculum and Specialization 09:43 Challenging Rest: Movement in Recovery 13:48 The Importance of a Safe Learning Environment 16:45 Inclusivity in Physical Therapy Practices 21:24 Looking Ahead: Future of Physical Therapy 27:02 Rethinking Rest and Recovery 27:58 Elevating Clinical Environments for Psychological Safety A Word From Our Sponsor: 🏈 🚲⚽️🏒Since 2011, Virginia Tech researchers have been providing unbiased helmet ratings that allow consumers to make informed decisions when purchasing helmets. The helmet ratings are the culmination of over a decade of research identifying which helmets best reduce concussion risk. This work is done as part of Virginia Tech’s service mission and is 100% independent of any funding or influence from helmet manufacturers. Please visit the Virginia Tech helmet lab website at https://bit.ly/VirginiaTechHelmets and spread the word to aid in lowering concussion risk in your community 🏇⚾️🥎 *This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be confused for medical advice. Please reach out to your medical team or call 911 if this is an emergency*

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#83 The Vagus Nerve, Trauma, & Intimacy After Concussion w/ Dr. Anne Duch PT, DPT, WCS 🧠 Welcome to the Concussion Corner Podcast®, your trusted resource for interdisciplinary conversations related to all things concussion-related in healthcare, advocacy, and sport. 🥼 Hosted by Dr. Jessica Schwartz PT, DPT, CSCS, a doctor of Physical Therapy and brain injury survivor, who is unapologetically passionate about educating healthcare professionals about concussion, examination, intervention, collaboration, & advocacy. 🎙️Concussion Corner Podcast® is our Free Open Access Medical Education #FOAMed portion of our 24 weeks of educational programming at Concussion Corner Academy®. We're so happy that you're here! 🎓 Concussion Corner Academy® has two courses, Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part I & Part II, which has 30 hours of continuing education credits for each course for PT, OT, and ATC in all 50 United States. We’ve served hundreds of healthcare professionals all over the world and across all professions. We’re truly interdisciplinary and interactive across all aspects of our programming! 🔗 Visit us at https://www.concussioncorner.org to learn more about how you can join our #TeachOneServeMany community! --------- 💡 In this Episode: In Part 2 of our conversation with pelvic health Physical Therapist and yoga-informed clinician, Dr. Anne Duch PT, DPT, WCS (https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCZxnrM9UuiYA3Cuac5wa7EQ) we go deeper into the lived experience of healing from trauma, brain injury, and chronic pelvic dysfunction. Together, we explore: 🧠 Symptom overlap between concussion and vagal nerve dysfunction 🏳️‍🌈 Inclusive language: AFAB, AMAB, and why words matter 💡 How to create safe, healing environments in clinic 🗣️ Trauma-informed communication and therapeutic presence  🌬️ Nervous system regulation from the body up 🤝 The power of interdisciplinary collaboration ⭐️ This episode is for clinicians, educators, and advocates who want to meet their patients where they are and build trust through action, empathy, and education. 🥼 Dr. Anne Collins Duch is a board certified pelvic health physical therapist and an E-RYT 500 hour yoga teacher with 28 years of experience in treating a wide variety of pelvic health conditions. Her Wilmington, Delaware private practice is housed within a vibrant yoga studio where she is able to educate her patients and yoga students on the benefits of establishing a sound movement practice that integrates effective nervous system regulation strategies for a more complete whole body experience. 💻 Dr. Duch has a special interest in the Polyvagal Theory, which led to the development of her virtual course offering, https://www.anneduch.com/courses. She served as a panelist at the Endometriosis Summit, the Elhers Danlos Global Learning Conference, and the Pelvic Global Menopause Conference and presents to various professional organizations and fellow clinicians about pelvic health topics, as well as the use of vagal toning strategies as part of their health and wellness management. 🌎 Whether you’re a PT, OT, ATC, OD, or MD, this episode offers a compelling reminder that comprehensive concussion care must include a clear understanding of the the vagus nerve, nervous system, and pelvic health. 📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode: 🔗 Courses with Anne Duch: https://www.anneduch.com/courses 🔗 Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ptforwomen/ 🔗 Resilience and Sexuality After Concussion in Women https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7930863/  🔗 Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK207198/ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 Exploring the Intersection of Concussion and Pelvic Health 04:24 Creating Safe Spaces in Healthcare 08:56 Understanding the Role of Environment in Patient Care  13:15 Calming the Nervous System: Strategies for Patients  19:14 Navigating Intimacy and Trauma in Patient Care 23:53 The Importance of Interdisciplinary Collaboration A Word From Our Sponsor: 🏈 🚲⚽️🏒 Since 2011, Virginia Tech researchers have been providing unbiased helmet ratings that allow consumers to make informed decisions when purchasing helmets. The helmet ratings are the culmination of over a decade of research identifying which helmets best reduce concussion risk.  This work is done as part of Virginia Tech’s service mission and is 100% independent of any funding or influence from helmet manufacturers. ' Please visit the Virginia Tech helmet lab website at https://bit.ly/VirginiaTechHelmetsand spread the word to aid in lowering concussion risk in your community 🏇⚾️🥎 *This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be confused for medical advice. Please reach out to your medical team or call 911 if this is an emergency*

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