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Dr McManus is the Medical Director of the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme, overseeing world-class competitions including MotoGP, motocross, and superbike racing. He also leads the FIM International Medical Commission, driving global standards in medical care and rider safety.

With a background in sports and emergency medicine, Dr McManus is a key figure in advancing injury surveillance and concussion management in high-speed motorsport, helping shape best-practice care for elite riders worldwide.

01:30 - Journey into Medicine and Motorsport’s

04:00 - What is FIM?

07:10 – History of Concussion Guidelines in Motorsports

10:55 - What is a concussion and Significance?

16:30 – Acceptance of Concussion Policies Amongst Athlete's

18:40 – Publishing and Implementation of Concussion Guidelines

26:00 – When to Respect Autonomy and When to in Force Protocol

33:45 – Removal from the Track for An Assessment

39:40 – General Things We Should Know About Motorsports and Concussion

FIM: https://www.fim-moto.com/en/

Guidelines https://www.fim-moto.com/en/news/news-detail/article/fim-launches-motorcycle-sport-specific-concussion-assessment-and-management-guidelines

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Tom had an outstanding junior career, winning state championships for Western Australia and multiple league best and fairest awards. He was drafted to St Kilda in 2010, spending three seasons at the club and playing with Sandringham in the VFL.

He later returned to WA, becoming a key player for Claremont over eight seasons in the WAFL.

Off the field, Tom completed a law degree and now works as a Special Counsel at Pragma Lawyers in Perth.

01:30 - Journey into Sports and Experiences of the AFL Draft

04:50 – Process Once Drafted

06:30 – Experience of Being In ‘AFL System’ and First Game

08:12 – Comparison of AFL to State Level

10:28 – Head Injury Assessment and Experiences

12:50 – Confounding Factors of Playing Through Injuries

14:40 – Attitude Now Towards Concussion Now

15:55 – Changes in Playing Style

17:47 – Perception Changed on Concussion?

19:50 - Favourite Memories of Career

21:50 – Transition from AFL to Everyday Life

23:00 – Where to Find Tom

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Natasha is a registered physical therapist with more than a decade of clinical experience. She holds degrees in Health Science and Kinesiology, along with a Master’s in Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia. Over the course of her career, she has developed specialised expertise in concussion recovery, neurological rehabilitation, chronic pain management, vestibular therapy, and functional neurology. She is the founder of Symphony Brain Performance, a clinic that has become a sought-after destination for individuals seeking specialised care for concussion and brain health. Natasha’s innovative work has earned significant recognition, including Canada’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the Physiotherapist Leadership Award of British Columbia, and Vancouver Island’s Top 20 Under 40 Business and Community Achievement Award. She has also recently been nominated for the Women of Influence Award. In addition to her clinical work, Natasha is the founder and host of the Concussion Nerds podcast and program, where she shares insights and conversations focused on brain health, concussion recovery, and performance.

01:35 - How Natasha Become a Physical Therapist

05:30 - Integration into Concussion Rehabilitation

12:50 - What is a Concussion?

16:40 - What are the Phenotypes of Concussion?

22:00 - Approach in Treating Concussion/ Misconceptions

30:00 – Psychology and Terminology of Concussion

37:35 – Myths Around Concussion

42:55 – Rewards of Natasha’s Job

44:30 - Where Can People Find Concussion Nerds and Natasha

Concussion Nerds – Natasha Wilch

https://www.natasha-wilch.com/concussion-nerds

Podcast: The Concussion Nerds Podcast – Spotify/ Apple

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/natasha.wilch.concussioncoach/

IG: @natash.wilch & @concussionnerds

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