Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast
Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast, discusses all things concussion. From the physiology, effects, treatment and rehabilitation process. All with the aim of providing the tools and education to help patients.
DISCLAIMER:
All information discussed and provided is not a substitute for professional medical advice of doctors or healthcare practitioners. If a listener believes they are suffering from a similar injury to one discussed by the author, please seek medical care of your doctor or physician and do not rely on the author's advice.
Podcasting since 2023 • 84 episodes
Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast
Latest Episodes
Concussion Culture, Advocacy and Run It Straight With Dr Alan Pearce
Today, we’re joined once again by Professor Alan Pearce, returning from Episode 21. A Clinical Neurophysiologist, Professor Pearce is internationally recognized for his work in sports-related concussion, employing techniques such as Transcrania...
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Episode 84
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31:11
Dwarf Tossing to Run It Straight and ‘The Perfect Brain Injury Delivery System’ with Dr Stephen Casper
Welcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Dr. Stephen Casper, first featured in Episode 30. A globally respected medical historian, Dr. Casper is Professor of History and Associ...
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Episode 83
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43:28
Perceived Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and Suicidality in Former Professional Football Players (NFL) With Dr Rachel Grashow
Dr. Rachel Grashow, director of epidemiological research initiatives for the Football Players Health Study at Harvard University and co-lead of the Family Experiences Managing Football Lives project. A research scientist at the Harvard T.H. Cha...
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Episode 82
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40:22
Concussion, CTE and Repetitive Head Impacts with Dr Robert Cantu
Welcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast, This episode, we're diving deep with Dr. Robert Cantu — world-renowned concussion expert, clinical professor at Boston University, co-founder of the CTE Center, and medical director o...
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Episode 81
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31:38
Lived Experiences of ‘Probable CTE’ and conneCTErs Board Member; Sarah Willey
Today, we’re honoured to welcome Sarah Willey—a dedicated volunteer and board member with conneCTErs, an organization raising awareness and offering support around Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). Sarah brings a wealth of experience in h...
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Episode 80
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37:16
