The Concussion Nerds Podcast

EP 112: The Moment Everything Clicks in Concussion Rehab

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the symptoms you've been trying to fix aren't actually the problem? If you've been chasing individual concussion symptoms—dizziness, fatigue...

Embrace Yourself: Heartfelt Meditation

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

When was the last time you truly saw yourself with kindness instead of criticism? So many of us move through life focused on what we're not doing well...

EP 111: The Hidden Barriers to Concussion Healing

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are you unknowingly slowing down your own healing… even while doing "everything right"? Maybe you've been telling yourself you just need to accept t...

Embracing the Present: A Guided Meditation

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if you didn't need to fix anything right now—only breathe and gently accept where you are? In moments of stress or uncertainty, you may find yo...

EP 110: Acceptance and Urgency: The Hidden Traps in Healing

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the very mindset you think is helping your concussion recovery is actually slowing it down? Many people on a concussion healing journey are to...

Embracing Resilience: A Guided Meditation Journey

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this short guided meditation, take a moment to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with the resilience that already lives within you. Through gentle ...

EP 109: Building Capacity: The Path to a Dynamic Nervous System

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the real reason your concussion rehab isn't progressing… has nothing to do with the exercises you're doing? 🤔 Many people struggling with...

EP 108: Navigating Concussion Recovery:The Nervous System's Role

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are you trying to rehab vision, balance, or exercise tolerance… but secretly ignoring the one system that sets the ceiling for all of it? If you're ...

Why Doing Everything Right Still Feels Hard: A Concussion Journey

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Let's connect!   Instagram:  @concussionnerds https://www.instagram.com/concussionnerds/ @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Ema...

Grounding into Earth Meditation

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Grounding into Earth Meditation Feeling overwhelmed or disconnected? This gentle meditation helps you slow down, release tension, and reconnect to ste...

EP 106: Empowering Brain Health: A Conversation with Cognitive Protocol with Scott Thomson

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the symptoms you've been "living with" for years aren't something you have to accept at all? If you've ever been told to just shake it off, si...

EP 105: Taking Time for Self-Care and Growth

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt the pull to deepen your healing—but found yourself terrified of what might surface if you actually slowed down long enough to lis...

EP 104: From Meditation to Mobilization: Engaging the Nervous System

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the real reason your nervous system work isn't "working"… is because you've been aiming for the wrong goal? So many people in the concussion...

Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable EP 4: Healing Paths Explored: Traditional vs. Contemporary Approaches

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if "evidence-based" isn't the only correct path — but picking the wrong alternative care could cost your client their recovery? Too many patien...

EP 103: Navigating Vision Challenges Post-Concussion with Dr. Paul Rollett

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered why your vision still feels "off" long after your concussion recovery was supposed to be complete? You're not imagining it — ...

Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable EP 3: Money Talk in Concussion Rehab

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever hesitated to recommend a treatment because you weren't sure your patient could afford it — or worried your fees would look like you're...

Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable EP 2: Is your concussion clinic legit? The questions we need to ask

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Could the clinic you're trusting with your brain actually be doing more harm than good? Too many people assume "concussion clinic" on a website means ...

EP 102: Concussion Recovery: Exploring Neurofeedback Techniques

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what's actually happening in your brain after a concussion—and why some symptoms just won't quit? You've probably tried the u...

Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable EP 1: The Shocking Truth About Concussions (and Why Recovery Needs to Change)

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What really happens when concussion care goes beyond silos and clinicians start collaborating?   If you've ever felt like concussion care is disjoi...

101. What CTE Can Do to the Mind — A Hard but Necessary Conversation

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes discussion of suicide and recent shootings in relation to CTE. What happens when the body of an elite at...

EP 100: ONE FACTOR SLOWING CONCUSSION RECOVERY WE DON'T PAY ATTENTION TO EARLY ENOUGH

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How often do we, as clinicians, wait for the research to "catch up" before we make changes—while our clients continue to struggle with symptoms that...

EP 99: Grace for your Journey: Overcoming with Briana Rice

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when your body tells you "no" but the world keeps telling you to "push through"? If you've ever felt the pressure to keep going, keep per...

EP 98: Overcoming Barriers: From Concussion to Empowerment with Angelique Esseling

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you fight for years to be taken seriously, only to find that the very people meant to help you don’t understand what you’re goin...

EP 97: Navigating Brain Recovery with Language and Curiosity with Taryn Barlow

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the very words you use about your recovery are keeping you stuck? Too many people navigating life after a brain injury or concussion don’t r...

EP 96: Breaking Through Chronic Pain: Insights from Dr. Becca Timko

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

​​Are you or your patients still struggling with lingering pain long after a concussion or injury? Too often, people are told their symptoms are “...

EP 95: The Power of Nutrition Healing: A Discussion with Danielle Blasko

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like you’re “doing all the right things” when it comes to your health—but still not seeing results? Here’s the truth: nut...

EP 94: Accessibility in Action: How Headquarters is Changing Concussion Treatment with Lucas Johnston

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the advice you’ve been given about concussions is not only outdated—but actually slowing down your recovery? Far too many people are still...

EP 93: Standing out in a World of Fitting in with Kelsie Watts

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever felt like you’re chasing a dream that just keeps slipping through your fingers? You’ve given it everything—your time, your energy, even you...

EP 92: Breaking Boundaries: Redefining Concussion Treatment with Passion and Purpose

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck treating symptoms when you know there’s something deeper going on? Here’s the truth: too many clinicians are caught in a loop—taki...

EP 91: Understanding POTS and Mast Cell Activation with Dr. Zachary Spiritos

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are your symptoms being brushed off as “just anxiety” when you know something deeper is going on? If you've been told your labs are “normal,” ...

EP 90: Unlocking Relief: Addressing Sound Sensitivity in Concussion Recovery

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is sound sensitivity slowing down your concussion recovery—more than you even realize? For many people on a healing journey (and the clinicians who ...

EP 89: Unlocking Brain Power: Discovering Photobiomodulation with Chris Garvin

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if healing the brain wasn’t just about rest and rehab—but light? Most people think of concussion treatment as pacing, physio, maybe some cogn...

EP 88: Transforming Brain Health: The Secret Behind Cortex Revealed!

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could see how your nervous system is responding in real time—right in your clinic? Most practitioners are doing their best with the tool...

EP 87: Challenging Migraine Myths: A Conversation With Dr. Thompson Maesaka

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is it really just a headache—or is your brain trying to tell you something deeper? If you've ever shrugged off recurring headaches or mislabeled you...

EP 86: Why your concussion patients aren't progressing: Common Pitfalls & Fixes

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your client's concussion recovery by doing too much too soon—or doing the wrong “right” thing? Here’s the hard ...

EP 85: From Iceland to Innovation: Advancements in Neck-Concussion Care

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you overlooking the most important part of your concussion assessments? If you're a clinician working with concussion patients and you're not full...

EP 84: Concussion Recovery: Insights with Dr. David Hardy

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right in your concussion recovery—and still not making progress? You’re not imagining it. And yo...

EP 83: Navigating Migraine Challenges: Insights from Dr. Jimmy Pang

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if your headaches or migraines are actually something deeper — and if there’s more you could be doing to truly heal? So man...

EP 82: How to Build Confidence in Treating Complex Concussions

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a clinician who's ever stared at your assessment sheet thinking, “Where do I even start?” You’re not alone—and if persistent concussio...

EP 81: Concussion in Sport: Treating Athletes and Returning Safely to Play with Dr. Rachel Parker

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are You Rushing Back to Sport Too Soon After a Concussion? Here’s What You Need to Know. Getting back in the game after a concussion can feel like a...

EP 80:The Forgotten Part of the Vestibular System

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Your Patient’s Heart Rate the Problem—Or Just a Symptom? Clinicians, have you ever focused on treating a patient’s heart rate without steppin...

EP 79: Collaborative Care: Building a Multidisciplinary Team for Concussion Recovery

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are You Seeing Multiple Providers but Still Feeling Stuck in Your Concussion Recovery? You're not alone. Many concussion patients work with different ...

EP 78: When Recovery Stalls: Managing Persistent Concussion Symptoms

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if your concussion recovery isn’t just “taking longer” but has actually stalled? How do you know when you’ve shifted into persistent conc...

EP 77: Jessica Ciampini on Concussions, Recovery, and Reclaiming Your Life

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How Do You Rebuild Your Life After a Concussion Turns Everything Upside Down? Imagine waking up in a hospital, confused, unable to remember most of yo...

EP 76: Beyond Rest: The Evidence Based Approach to Concussion Recovery

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Rest Really the Best Approach to Concussion Recovery? You’ve probably heard it before—“Just rest, and your concussion will heal on its own.”...

EP 75: Identifying the Missing Pieces in Concussion Evaluations

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Art of Concussion Assessment: Are You Missing Key Pieces? Alright, friends—let’s talk about concussion assessment. In an ideal world, I would ...

EP 74: The Invisible Injury: Multi-system Magic: Looking at the Vestibular and Oculomotor Systems with Dr. Rachel Parker

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to concussion care, are you relying solely on the Vestibular/Ocular Motor Screening (VOMS)? If so, you might be missing critical pieces ...

EP 73: The Invisible Injury: Why Concussions Aren't One-Size-Fits-All

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Your Concussion Care Missing the Mark? Are you still treating concussions with a one-size-fits-all approach? 🤔 Many clinicians unknowingly rely ...

EP 72: Why we’re getting spicey with Dr. Michelle Eisenmann

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling lost in the maze of social media buzzwords—dysautonomia, FND, or POTS—without clear guidance on what’s actually going on with y...

EP 71: Nervous System Dysregulation is NOT Dysautonomia

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Your Nervous System Out of Sync or Is It Dysautonomia?   Ever wonder if your constant fatigue, dizziness, or stress is a sign of something deeper?...

EP 70: Last episode of 2024

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you resisting the discomfort that comes with self-reflection? Ignoring the restless feeling in your gut? You're not alone. We all crave clarity, b...

EP 69: Wrapping 2024 & Sneak Peeks into 2025

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck in the endless cycle of doing it all, yet feeling like you’re never really off-duty? It’s easy to tell yourself you’ll “take a b...

EP 68: Treating Symptoms vs. Treating the Root Driver

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like you’re stuck in a cycle of managing the same symptoms over and over without real relief? It’s a trap many clinicians—and...

EP 67: Concussiversary Reflections: Embracing Change and Growth

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck viewing your concussion anniversary as a marker of loss and struggle? Acknowledging the date of your concussion can be an emotional expe...

EP: 66 Navigating the Holidays with Persistent Concussion

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Struggling to manage holiday gatherings, shopping, and traditions while coping with persistent concussion symptoms? Many of us are pulled into holiday...

EP 65: Resilience After Concussion Lina Aristizabal’s Journey

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling stuck on your healing journey, longing for a sense of “normal” that seems forever out of reach? It's all too easy to let frustrati...

EP 64: An intro into Exercise w/ Oxygen Therapy with Annie Howard

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are outdated myths about concussion recovery holding you back?   If you've ever been told that bed rest is the best way to heal from a concussion, yo...

EP 63: A Resource for the Partners

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it’s really like for your loved one who’s struggling with persistent concussion symptoms?   Supporting someone on a h...

EP 62: Igniting Change: A Tale of Passion and Concussion Care

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt the fire of your passion finally come to life, creating real impact in the world? Many of us have a drive to help others—especial...

EP 61: The Science of Hope

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you've hit a dead end on your healing journey? Too often, people struggling with persistent concussion symptoms hear from provid...

EP 60: The Importance of Identifying Sleep Challenges Early in Concussion

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Many people zero in on physical rehab, neck care, and eye exercises when healing from a concussion—but what if the secret to faster, smoother recove...

EP 59: The 3 Pathways After Concussion

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you sabotaging your concussion recovery without even realizing it?   It's easy to fall into the trap of outdated advice, like waiting for your sy...

EP 58: From Assessment to Success: Integrative Concussion Rehabilitation

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been struggling with persistent concussion symptoms or find that traditional treatments just aren't hitting the mark, you may be missing out...

EP 57: Awareness from Madrid

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if your healthcare provider is truly recognizing all aspects of your concussion? Could there be critical symptoms overlooked, d...

EP 56: Finding Hope After Concussion: Music, Advocacy, and Healing with Cristabelle Braden

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if the root cause of your lingering symptoms isn’t what you think it is?   For those living with a brain injury or concussion, it’s easy to ...

EP 55: The power of collaboration in clinical care: A conversation with Darryl Yardley

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Many clinicians believe that simply offering quality care is enough to grow their practices, but this isn't always the case. If you’re a clinic owne...

EP 54: Intimacy & Sex with Persistent Concussion Symptoms

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How Does Your Concussion Impact Your Intimate Relationships? Have you ever wondered how a concussion might affect your ability to maintain or even des...

EP 53: You Get to Choose How you Show Up. The Power of Breath with The Healing Couple

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to discover the true power of breathwork and how it can transform your healing journey?   Breathwork is a powerful tool that many overl...

EP 52: It's all about Community

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What drives a successful business to stay connected with its roots as it grows? How can a company maintain a personal touch and continue innovating in...

EP 51: Introducing Pain Reprocessing Therapy with Vanessa Blackburn

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired of living in a cycle of chronic pain? Feeling stuck with no relief in sight? In this episode, we’re diving into a revolutionary approa...

EP 50: We can't forget about the neck with Orri Gudmundsson of Neck Care and Dr. Mark Heisig

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For too long, clinicians may have been missing a key piece in effective concussion care—the neck. Without accurate tools, understanding and assessin...

EP 49: Stepping outside to the box with Frank Bennedetto

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you truly making the most out of your career as a healthcare provider?   Many healthcare professionals feel trapped within traditional career pat...

EP 48: Mental Skills to Return to Sport after Concussion with Cait Leavitt

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what it takes to get back into sports after a concussion, both physically and mentally?   If you've ever suffered a concussion...

EP 47: Living Healthy on Purpose with Dr. Mark Heisig

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you unknowingly falling into unhealthy habits?   In today’s episode, we delve into how easy it is to unintentionally adopt an unhealthy lifesty...

EP 46: The RELEASE Method: Moving Through Trapped Emotions

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to unlock the final piece of your healing journey?   Many of us have faced the frustration of hitting a plateau in our health and welln...

EP 45: "Good" Anxiety vs. "Bad" Anxiety with Dr. Scotty Butcher

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how mastering your nervous system can be the key to overcoming anxiety and improving your overall well-being?   Many people st...

EP 44: All Things Dizziness with Dr.Rachel Frontain

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling with persistent dizziness and vertigo long after your concussion? It's frustrating when you're on a healing journey, and despite yo...

EP 43: Yoga as a Tool for Persistent Concussion with OT Shelley

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered how you can bridge the gap between clinical rehabilitation and real-life experiences?   Many people recovering from concussion...

EP 42: Why Talk Therapy isn't Enough with Lauren Auer

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if there's more to healing from trauma than just talking about it?   Trauma recovery can be a complex and daunting process, es...

EP 41: Mold & The Nervous System with Doc Jacque

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling with lingering symptoms from a brain injury or feeling unexplained fatigue and cognitive decline? Do you feel misunderstood by the ...

EP 40. Dipping our toes into Pupillometry with Reflex

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if there’s a more precise, affordable way to assess neurological health in your clinic?   Many clinicians struggle with the ...

EP 39: Exercising with persistent concussion symptoms

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling to exercise due to persistent concussion symptoms? Does the thought of physical activity make your symptoms flare up, leaving you f...

EP 38: The year I almost lost my clinic

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling to stay passionate about your clinic while managing the business side of things?   Many clinicians start their practices with a vi...

EP 37: There's not just one way to heal

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're diving into a topic that's close to my heart: the myth that there is only one path to healing. As a physical therapist who specializes in...

EP 36: Male hormones after concussion

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you considered the impact a concussion could have on your hormones?   It's easy to overlook, but concussions can lead to significant hormonal ch...

EP 35: Changing your relationship with your symptoms

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you avoid certain activities because you fear an increase in concussion symptoms? Do you find yourself anxious about new experiences because you're...

EP 34: The Clinician + Technology Team

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you leveraging technology to maximize your effectiveness as a clinician, or are you concerned about its impact on patient care and outcomes?   Ma...

EP 33: Female Hormones After Concussion

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you experiencing prolonged concussion symptoms without understanding why? Do you know the potential impact of your menstrual cycle on concussion r...

EP 32: Vision - it's more than 20/20

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever considered the impact of vision on your overall well-being, especially after a concussion?   Many people underestimate the significance...

EP 31: Getting change without treating the "thing"

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Imagine a world where seemingly miraculous recoveries aren't just chance encounters but the result of a meticulously crafted plan. Ever pondered why s...

EP 30: Let's not be lone wolves

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt overwhelmed as a clinician when faced with a complex concussion case, unsure of where to begin or how to proceed?   Often, clinici...

EP 29: It's not "if" it's "when" - Navigating a concussion flare

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever found yourself in the midst of a concussion recovery, feeling like you're lost in a maze with no clear way out?   Navigating concussion...

EP 28: The Foundation of health and healing - Your Autonomic Nervous System

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered why some people seem more resilient and able to handle stress while others struggle to cope?   If you're experiencing persistent concus...

EP 27: The Power of your Voice in Creating Safety in your Nervous System

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How often do you find yourself holding back from speaking up about what truly matters to you?   Are you struggling to vocalize your needs, desires, a...

EP 26: From Clinician to Patient with Dr. Brandon Brown

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt lost in a healthcare system that seemed to dismiss your symptoms, leaving you to question your own sanity?   Many of us might find...

EP 25: Trauma Informed Care with Kendall Hagensen

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever considered how trauma-informed care could revolutionize your approach to healthcare?   Many clinicians may not realize the profound imp...

EP 24: How to use the phenotypes as a framework for your assessments

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you effectively screening for all the phenotypes of concussion in your assessments?   Many clinicians may not be fully screening for all seven ph...

EP 23: What is Concussion Nerds?

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever found yourself treating concussion patients, feeling like you're missing a crucial piece of the puzzle, unable to answer specific questi...

EP 22: Identify with Anthony Trucks

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever faced a setback in life that made you question your identity and wonder how to rebuild?   Many of us link our identity to specific role...

EP 21: Persistent Symptoms and the Battery

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder why simple tasks that used to be a breeze now leave you feeling completely drained and exhausted?   If you're on a healing journey after ...