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  • #87 FND & Concussion Rehab: Autonomic & Sensory Clues w/ Dr. Julie Hershberg PT, DPT, NCS
    Aug 20 2025
    🧠 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. Julie Hershberg, physical therapist, educator, and founder of Reactive PT and Reactive Education, shares her expertise on whole-person rehabilitation for concussion and Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). With decades of experience in neurology, Dr. Hershberg explains how sensory and autonomic systems influence recovery, how brain network science informs her approach, and why interdisciplinary teamwork is essential for complex cases. Learn strategies to improve outcomes, avoid misdiagnosis, and integrate neuroscience into compassionate care.🥼 Dr. Hershberg founded Reactive PT to bring whole-person rehabilitation to the greater Los Angeles community. She leads a team of over 30 professionals, including PTs, OTs, speech therapists, psychologists, yoga therapists, and fitness specialists, serving people with complex neurological conditions and chronic disease. As a professor at the University of Southern California, she teaches and mentors clinicians worldwide through Reactive Education. A self-described “neuro nerd” and recovering perfectionist, she balances her passion for learning with life as a mom of two teens, a wife, and a lover of coffee (decaf) and the outdoors.📣 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:🔗 Reactive PT Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/reactivept🔗 Reactive PT – https://www.reactivept.com🔗 Reactive Education – https://www.reactiveeducation.com🔗 Functional Connectivity Gradients Reveal Altered Hierarchical Cortical Organization in Functional Neurological Disorder https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40502606/📖 Chapters:00:00 Subjective Experiences of FND Patients02:04 Concussion and FND: Overlapping Symptoms04:36 Clinical Tools for Assessing FND and Concussion06:50 Barriers in the Healthcare System for FND Patients09:50 Education and Training in FND for New Clinicians12:37 Crossover Between Concussion and FND15:22 Differentiating Symptoms of Concussion and FND18:02 Sensory and Autonomic Processing in FND and ConcussionA 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*Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/concussion-corner--2821902/support.
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  • #86 Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Meets Concussion Care w/ Dr. Julie Hershberg PT, DPT, NCS
    Aug 18 2025
    🧠 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. Julie Hershberg, physical therapist, educator, and founder of Reactive PT and Reactive Education, shares her expertise on whole-person rehabilitation for concussion and Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). With decades of experience in neurology, Dr. Hershberg explains how sensory and autonomic systems influence recovery, how brain network science informs her approach, and why interdisciplinary teamwork is essential for complex cases. Learn strategies to improve outcomes, avoid misdiagnosis, and integrate neuroscience into compassionate care.🥼 Dr. Hershberg founded Reactive PT to bring whole-person rehabilitation to the greater Los Angeles community. She leads a team of over 30 professionals, including PTs, OTs, speech therapists, psychologists, yoga therapists, and fitness specialists, serving people with complex neurological conditions and chronic disease. As a professor at the University of Southern California, she teaches and mentors clinicians worldwide through Reactive Education. A self-described “neuro nerd” and recovering perfectionist, she balances her passion for learning with life as a mom of two teens, a wife, and a lover of coffee (decaf) and the outdoors.📣 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:🔗 Concussion Headache Guide for People Post Concussion https://reactive.mykajabi.com/concussionfreebie🔗 Reactive PT Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/reactivept🔗 Reactive PT – https://www.reactivept.com🔗 Reactive Education – https://www.reactiveeducation.com🔗 Functional Connectivity Gradients Reveal Altered Hierarchical Cortical Organization in Functional Neurological Disorder https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40502606/📖 Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Goals for Concussion Awareness01:22 Journey into Neuro Physical Therapy03:07 Building a Neuro-Focused Practice05:35 Understanding Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND)08:03 The Intersection of Concussion and FND10:57 Patient Experiences and Healthcare Navigation14:41 Trends in Neurodiversity and Patient Clusters17:20 Neuroaffirming Care and Personal Insights20:14 Resources and Community Support22:46 Conclusion and Future DirectionsA 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*Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/concussion-corner--2821902/support.
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  • #85 Top-of-Scope PT, Clinical Integrity & Inclusive Practice Models w/ Dr. Jeff Moore PT, DPT, OCS
    Aug 15 2025
    🧠 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!

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    💡 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
    Aug 13 2025
    🧠 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 Innovations01:55 The Evolution of Onward Physical Therapy05:58 ICE Physio's Curriculum and Specialization09:43 Challenging Rest: Movement in Recovery13:48 The Importance of a Safe Learning Environment16:45 Inclusivity in Physical Therapy Practices21:24 Looking Ahead: Future of Physical Therapy27:02 Rethinking Rest and Recovery27:58 Elevating Clinical Environments for Psychological SafetyA 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*Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/concussion-corner--2821902/support.
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  • #83 The Vagus Nerve, Trauma, & Intimacy After Concussion w/ Dr. Anne Duch PT, DPT, WCS
    Aug 11 2025
    🧠 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 (⁨@ptforwomen⁩) 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, What Happens in Vagus Doesn’t Have to Stay in Vagus: Nervous System Regulation Course. 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 Health04:24 Creating Safe Spaces in Healthcare08:56 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 Care23:53 The Importance of Interdisciplinary CollaborationA 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*Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/concussion-corner--2821902/support.
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  • #82 Pelvic Health Meets Concussion Care: Vagus Nerve, Trauma & Recovery w/ Dr. Anne Duch PT, DPT, WCS
    Aug 6 2025
    🧠 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: 🧠 The vagus nerve and its role in trauma, recovery, and body awareness🌬️ Breathing, core pressure, and the “core canister” in rehab🚺 The crossover between concussion symptoms and pelvic floor dysfunction🌈 Creating safe, inclusive spaces for patients across the sex and gender spectrum🗣️ The importance of language: AFAB, AMAB, and why inclusive care matters💡 Why so many patients feel mismanaged and how we can do betterDr. 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, What Happens in Vagus Doesn’t Have to Stay in Vagus: Nervous System Regulation Course. 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 Introduction to Pelvic Health Physical Therapy01:53 Journey into Pelvic Health and Yoga05:48 Intersection of Pelvic Health and Concussion09:19 Understanding Pelvic Physical Therapy12:23 The Role of Pelvic PT in Various Life Stages13:55 Valsalva Maneuver and Autonomic Regulation15:50 The Vagus Nerve and Its Importance20:40 Trusting the Body: Movement and Safety 22:20 Screening for Trauma in Pelvic Health 25:00 Gut Dysfunction and the Nervous System26:28 Courses and Resources for Learning27:19 Exploring Brain Injury and Pelvic Health Connections27:49 Intimacy, DEI, and Patient Communication in CareA 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*Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/concussion-corner--2821902/support.
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  • #81 Return to Intimacy: Navigating Sex, Symptoms, & Dysautonomia After Concussion w/Dr. José Posas, MD
    Jul 30 2025
    🧠 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!

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    📍 Chapters:
    00:00 Exploring Intimacy and Concussion
    03:26 Physiological Considerations in Intimacy
    06:13 Addressing Patient Concerns
    10:06 Future of Concussion Care
    13:36 Concussion Corner Outro

    In this Episode:
    💡 In Episode 2, we’re talking about what rarely gets discussed in clinic: sex, intimacy, and concussion recovery. Dr. José Posas returns to dive deep into the physiology behind intimacy, the autonomic nervous system, and why dysautonomia, cervical instability, and hormonal health need to be part of the care plan. We discuss how brain injury can impact libido, cycle health, erectile dysfunction, emotional safety, and how we as clinicians can approach these topics with curiosity, respect, and compassion. This episode is a must-listen for rehab professionals who want to bring real-life function back into their treatment plans.

    💡 Want to learn directly from Dr. Posas? Meet him during our Fall 2025 cohort of Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part II.

    🔗 Join us: www.ConcussionCorner.org
    #SexAndConcussion #Dysautonomia #ConcussionRecovery #IntimacyAfterTBI #ConcussionCornerPodcast #TeachOneServeMany

    🌎 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 neurology and interdisciplinary care.

    🎓 Ready to dive deeper? Dr. Posas' returns as faculty this fall for Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part II. Join our September 2025 cohort and learn from Dr. Posas and our full interdisciplinary team live and online.

    👉 Enroll now at www.ConcussionCorner.org

    📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

    🔗 Provider perceptions of the assessment and rehabilitation of sexual functioning after Traumatic Brain Injury https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28699795/
    🔗 American Academy of Neurology Sport Concussion Resources: https://www.aan.com/practice/sports-concussion-patient-resources/
    🔗 Sexual Functioning and Satisfaction after Traumatic Brain Injury: An Educational Manual https://biausa.org/public-affairs/media/sexual-functioning-and-satisfaction-after-traumatic-brain-injury-an-educational-manual
    🔗 Approach to Concussion for the Non-Neurologist https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39893028/ 🔗 Meet Dr. Posas https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-posas-md-faan-0a510696/

    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*

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/concussion-corner--2821902/support.
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  • #80 Sports Neurology and Equity in Concussion Recovery w/ Dr. José Posas, MD, FAAN
    Jul 23 2025
    🧠 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!---------📍Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Concussion Corner Podcast05:24 The Jefferson Cares Project: Elevating Student Care10:47 The Importance of Interdisciplinary Collaboration16:01 A Success Story: Overcoming Persistent Symptoms21:20 Final Thoughts and Future Conversations23:12 Introduction to Dr. Jose Pocas and Concussion Care23:39 Exploring Concussion Rehabilitation and Interdisciplinary Learning🎧 In this Episode: 💡 In Episode 1 of 2, I’m joined by Dr. José Posas MD, FAAN, Sports Neurologist and Associate Professor at the University of Virginia. Together, we explore the evolving role of sports neurology and how interdisciplinary care, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and social determinants of health (SDOH) must be part of the concussion conversation. 🗣️ We talk about what clinicians are still missing when it comes to validating the patient symptom profile, why some concussion patients are overlooked due to systemic inequities, and how we can build bridges across disciplines to improve care. 🧠 If you’re a PT, OT, ATC, neuropsych, nurse, or physician who wants to deepen your concussion practice, this episode is for you. #SportsNeurology #ConcussionCare #HealthEquity #SDOH #ConcussionCornerPodcast #TeachOneServeMany🌎 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 neurology and interdisciplinary care.🎓 Ready to dive deeper? Dr. Posas returns as faculty this fall for Concussion: The Patient Rehabilitation Journey Part II. Join our September 2025 cohort and learn from Dr. Posas and our full interdisciplinary team live and online. 👉 Enroll now at www.ConcussionCorner.org📄 #FOAMed Resources Mentioned In This Episode:🔗 NY Times Opiod Crisis https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2018/us/west-virginia-opioids.html🔗 APTA Safe Pain Management Advocacy https://www.apta.org/advocacy/issues/opioid-epidemic-safe-pain-management🔗 Meet Dr. Posas https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-posas-md-faan-0a510696/🔗 Underrepresented in Neurology, the value of diversity in medicine, and the importance of tackling systemic racism and disparities in access to care https://journals.lww.com/neurotodayonline/Fulltext/2021/03180/Underrepresented_in_Neurology__A_New_AAN_Section.9.aspx🔗 Approach to Concussion for the Non-Neurologist https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39893028/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*Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/concussion-corner--2821902/support.
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