The Post Concussion Podcast - Life After A Brain Injury

Jan 31 2024 132 ep. 28 mins 88

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Concussions are invisible and so is post-concussion syndrome. The Post Concussion Podcast digs down into the realities of living with concussions and what it’s like when things don’t go back to normal. Get the truth about what it’s like to be around someone with a concussion and what it’s like to have one. Not just for individuals with concussions but for parents, friends, siblings, coaches, and everyone else who wants to understand more.

Join your host Bella Paige an athlete, daughter, sister, girlfriend, and so much more whose life was altered significantly from multiple concussions. Get support today https://postconcussioninc.com

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128. Concussion Survivor Follow Up | Chaandani Khan - Identity Shifts, Acupuncture Benefits, & Energy Management

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127. Concussion Survivor Follow Up | Ben Morton - Resilience & Recovery Journey

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126. Getting Back to Work Post Brain Injury | Author Kelly Tuttle - Concussion Recovery, Neuro Fatigue

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125. Five Concussion Treatment Directions | Dr. Matheau Denner - Recovery Help & Treating Symptoms

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124. 10 TIPS for Post Concussion Survivors | Bella Paige - Brain Injury Help

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