Best Concussion Testing Podcasts (2025)

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Weights vs Stretching: Which Actually Improves Your Mood? 5:46

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Resistance training vs stretching for mental health: which exercise actually improves mood and reduces anxiety? New research reveals surprising differences between weightlifting and mobility work for immediate psychological benefits. Scientists tested the same people doing both strength training and stretching sessions - the results challenge every…

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The Velocity Method That's Been Failing Half the Population 6:31

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Velocity-based training has revolutionized strength and conditioning, but new research reveals a critical flaw in 1RM prediction accuracy that's been putting athletes at risk for years. In this episode of Sport Science Decoded, we break down groundbreaking research on gender differences in minimal velocity threshold (MVT) for back squat 1RM predict…

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New Frontiers in Concussion Research with Dr. Ioannis Mavroudis | E34 46:45

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Send us a text The quest to understand persistent brain symptoms after concussion has puzzled doctors and researchers for decades. What happens when the brain doesn't heal as expected? Why do some patients develop long-term problems while others recover completely? Dr. Mavrudis, consultant neurologist and pioneering researcher, pulls back the curta…

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The Cross Bracing Protocol with Dr. Tom Cross. EP# 577 44:10

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On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast, host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD, is joined by Dr. Tom Cross, MBBS, DCH, to discuss the Cross Bracing Protocol. In this conversation, Dr. Cross discusses the following: Background on the Cross Bracing Protocol (CBP) and its origins The selection criteria and the grading system for the CBP The rehabilitation c…

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The Notebook and a Zibaldone Salad with Roland Allen 1:10:14

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For transcriptions and more detailed shownotes, please go to: https://swordschool.shop/blogs/podcast/episode-201-the-notebook-and-a-zibaldone-salad-with-roland-allen To support the show, come join the Patrons at https://www.patreon.com/theswordguy Roland Allen is the author of The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper. The book is about the deve…

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Unrecognized and Unreported Concussions in Community Rugby Players | Brain Injury Prevalence | Sports Safety 5:56

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What happens when rugby players experience concussion symptoms but never report them? This episode examines the largest study ever conducted on community rugby concussion patterns, revealing shocking rates of hidden brain injuries among grassroots players. We explore why players with previous concussions become the most dangerous risk group, the cr…

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Episode 226 NPTEFF Balancing NPTE Prep While On Clinical Rotations to Avoid Burnout 8:32

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Real-Time DOMS Prediction Through Heart Rate Variability Monitoring in Elite Athletes 5:32

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New research studying elite handball players discovered a breakthrough method for predicting delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) using heart rate variability monitoring during exercise. This groundbreaking study reveals how specific heart rhythm patterns around a critical 120 BPM threshold can forecast muscle damage before pain develops. Learn how…

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Concussion Rehab with Creator of the Brain Tool Kit App - Melissa Biscardi | E33 58:10

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Send us a text The nervous system after concussion often remains stuck in fight-or-flight, making traditional rehabilitation challenging at best. Melissa Biscardi, an osteopathic therapist, registered nurse, and PhD candidate, reveals why gentle manual therapy creates a critical foundation for healing visual dysfunction after brain injury. Drawing …

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Neuroplasticity: Rewiring the Brain for Healing and Recovery 37:10

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Neuroplasticity—your brain’s ability to adapt—can work for or against you. In this episode, I explain what it really is, why most providers overlook it, and how to harness it for recovery. From concussion and POTS to migraines, brain fog, and mood issues, I cover how precise testing and targeted therapies can rewire the brain, restore energy, and i…

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How Anthropometric and Strength Testing Variables predict Boxing Punch power 6:02

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Why do same-weight boxers hit with vastly different punch power? New boxing research reveals it's not muscle bulk or training experience - it's the physical characteristics most coaches completely ignore when developing fighters. We break down groundbreaking combat sports science from Portuguese researchers who analyzed 69 amateur boxers using scie…

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Mental Fatigue and Penalty Kicks: The Hidden Performance Killer 5:46

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Why do players miss crucial penalty kicks late in matches? New research reveals it's not just nerves or pressure - it's the invisible impact of mental fatigue systematically destroying shooting accuracy by up to 36%. We break down groundbreaking research from Chinese sport scientists who tested college soccer players before and after inducing menta…

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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Brain Injuries with Dr. DeepSea - Dr. Joe Dituri | E32 45:49

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Send us a text What happens when a decorated Navy commander and world-record holder for living underwater becomes a traumatic brain injury patient himself? Dr. Joe Dituri's extraordinary journey from elite military diver to pioneering hyperbaric medicine researcher offers groundbreaking insights into brain injury recovery that challenge everything …

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Episode 225 NPTEFF Interview with Jessica Schwartz from Concussion Corner Podcast:Academy 31:11

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The Hierarchy of Healing: Understanding Complex Neurological Recovery with Dr. Matt Antonucci | E31 51:29

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Send us a text Contact Dr. Antonucci: Website Dr. Antonucci's Neurobytes Blog - (totally worth reading in IMO) Eliminate your hiccoughs in seconds! Blog post as promised :) Carrick Institute Show Description: Ever wonder why your concussion symptoms persist despite seeing multiple specialists and undergoing countless tests? In this illuminating con…

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Concussions, Superior Canal Dehiscence, and Hyperacusis with Dr. Glen Zielinski | E30 26:39

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Send us a text Dr. Glen Zielinski from Northwest Functional Neurology explores commonly missed vestibular lesions that can develop after head impacts, focusing on Superior Canal Dehiscence (SCD) as a frequently overlooked cause of debilitating hyperacusis and other post-concussion symptoms. He shares diagnostic insights including a simple tuning fo…

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Episode 224 NPTEFF Pre-NPTE 6:47

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Advanced TMS for Concussion and Brain Dysfunction with Dr. Glen Zielinski | E29 35:33

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Send us a text Dr. Glen Zielinski from Northwest Functional Neurology in Lake Oswego, OR, joins us to talk about how he’s using cutting-edge, image-guided transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) technology to treat more than just depression. With neuro-navigated TMS, he's able to target specific brain regions with millimeter precision—and he's not …

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As the World Turns: Navigating Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) | E28 34:44

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Send us a text Navigating the complex world of inner ear disorders, Dr. Ayla Wolf and Sophia Bouwens discuss the mechanics and causes of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) and what contributes to re-occurring BPPV. • Difference between true vertigo and general dizziness • How the semicircular canals and otolithic organs in our inner ear de…

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Childhood Developmental Disorders, Brain Imbalances & Neuroimmune Health with Dr. Peter Scire 1:04:40

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In this in-depth episode, Dr. Zimmerman and Dr. Scire go beyond conventional thinking about childhood developmental disorders—unpacking how issues like dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities often stem from deeper, unresolved neurological and immunological imbalances that extend well into adulthood. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Developmental Disorde…

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Episode 223 NPTEFF The Mental Side of NPTE Prep Handling Anxiety and Self-Doubt 9:38

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Neuroplasticity in Action: Dr. Brody Miller’s Journey from TBI to PhD | E27 42:20

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Send us a text Dr. Brody Miller, PhD, is a 2x best selling, author, researcher, speaker, and pioneer in brain health recovery. Having recovered from severe brain trauma, drug and epileptic seizures, he created a unique, and holistic approach, called the REBOUND method (TM) with his Mind Gym Starter Course. He focuses on helping high-level, heart le…

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Concussions and Mental Health in Teens: What Most Providers Are Missing 35:30

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In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Zimmerman uncovers the deep—and often ignored—connection between concussions and mental health struggles. Drawing from research, clinical insights, and real-world cases, he exposes why so many patients suffering from depression, anxiety, and ADHD may actually be battling the silent aftermath of an undiagnosed or imp…

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Resetting Your Brain: How Cereset Combats Post-Concussion Fatigue with Dr. Ala Lysyk | E26 46:20

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Send us a text Dr. Ayla Wolf interviews Dr. Ala Lysyk about Cereset technology, an innovative approach using acoustic feedback to help the brain reset itself after concussion or trauma. They discuss how this engineering-based technology creates a real-time acoustic mirror therapy that allows the brain to recognize and correct harmful patterns causi…

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The Postpartum Playbook with Margie Davenport. EP#576 28:14

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In this BJSM podcast we are joined by Margie Davenport, lead author of the 2025 Canadian Guideline for Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviour, and Sleep throughout the First Year Postpartum. This podcast provides crucial insights health and exercise professionals guiding new mothers and their support network through the return to physical activity.…

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Episode 222 NPTEFF The Week Before the NPTE Do's and Don'ts 20:08

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Beyond Tachycardia: The Misunderstood World of POTS | E25 45:01

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Send us a text Dr. Ayla Wolf and Sophia Bouwens dive deep into the complexities of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), explaining how this autonomic dysfunction manifests and why proper diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment. Dr. Wolf breaks down the different subtypes, testing methods, and treatment approaches while emphasizing…

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Paralympic Sports Medicine with Dr. Irfan Asif and Dr. Jonathan Finnoff. EP#575 35:33

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On this episode of the AMSSM Sports Medcast, host Dr. Devin McFadden, MD, is joined by Dr. Irfan Asif, MD, FAMSSM, and Dr. Jonathan Finnoff, DO, FAMSSM, to discuss the multi-faceted topic of Paralympic Sports Medicine. In this conversation, Dr. Asif and Dr. Finnoff discuss the following: How they first got involved in USOPC and Paralympic team spor…

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The Forgotten 30%: Navigating Life with Persistent Post-Concussion Symptoms | E24 54:38

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Send us a text Chaandani Khan's story begins with a life derailed. Six years ago, a car accident left this high-achieving event planner with a concussion that transformed her world overnight. The woman who once thrived on 70-hour work weeks, constant travel, and a packed social calendar suddenly couldn't make a sandwich or find matching shoes. The …

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Rethinking Neurological Rehab: Advances In Technology 1:02:39

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Key Takeaways: Vestibular rehab isn’t just for dizziness. It can benefit people with migraines, POTS, chronic fatigue, neck pain, and even back pain—because your brain’s perception of balance affects your entire nervous system and body. “It’s not just ear crystals.” Many clinicians oversimplify vestibular issues as BPPV, but central (brain-based) v…

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Inside the concussion in sports group conference: key takeaways with Prof Jon Patricios & Dr Leigh Gordon. EP#574 24:31

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In this insightful episode, Dr Daniel Tadmor hosts two leading voices in sports medicine—Prof Jon Patricios and Dr Leigh Gordon—for a debrief on the Concussion in Sports Group (CISG) conference. The trio unpacks major updates to concussion management, emerging research themes, and the clinical implications following the Amsterdam Consensus Statemen…

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Episode 221 NPTEFF Vestibular Pathologies 6:35

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Cold Plunge, Ketones, and Creatine - Yay or Nay in Concussion Recovery with Dr. Mike T Nelson | E23 30:25

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Send us a text Dr. Mike Nelson explains how ketones and lactate can serve as alternative fuel sources for the brain after concussion when glucose metabolism becomes impaired. This metabolic insight opens new possibilities for recovery support and symptom management. • Concussions disrupt glucose metabolism in the brain but don't affect ketone and l…

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Time, test, or treatment? How to get athletes back to sport after ACL reconstruction with Dr Roula Kotsifaki. EP#573 16:48

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In this episode, Dr. Roula Kotsifaki shares insights from her recent publication in the British Journal of Sports Medicine titled “Is 9 months the sweet spot for male athletes to return to sport after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction?” She offers numerous clinical pearls on the key factors that influence a safe return to sport following AC…

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Navigating Exercise Intolerance After Concussion with Dr. Mike T Nelson | E22 53:00

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Send us a text Dr. Mike Nelson shares his expertise on exercise intolerance after concussion, explaining that neurological limitations, not metabolic fatigue, are the primary barrier to resuming physical activity. The key difference is that your nervous system acts as a brake on performance, preventing your body from accessing its existing physical…

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Vascular Dementia- Practical Guide To Controlling Your Future 34:20

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Is vascular dementia inevitable, or can you prevent it before it starts? In this solo episode, Dr. Zimmerman challenges conventional thinking about aging and cognitive decline. He lays out a powerful, proactive approach to preventing one of the most common—but overlooked—forms of dementia. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Vascular dementia is often preventable, bu…

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The Athlete’s NIL Playbook: What Every Family Needs to Know to Protect and Profit 31:36

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Think NIL is just for college athletes? Think again. In this episode of the DYA Network Podcast, we talk with Kristi Dosh, author of The Athlete’s NIL Playbook, about the rise of NIL deals for middle school, high school — and even 8-year-old athletes. You’ll learn: How athletes without big social media followings are still making money What parents…

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Episode 220 NPTEFF Radiography for Pediatric Hip Pain 6:37

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More Than Meets the Eye: Troubleshooting Visual Symptoms After Concussion with Dr. Paul Brewer | E21 56:27

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Send us a text Dr. Brewer brings his expertise as a neuro-optometrist to explain how visual processing problems are often overlooked in concussion recovery despite causing significant symptoms. He shares insights on integrating visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems to create lasting improvements for patients with post-concussion syndrome. …

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Genetics, Diet & Brain Health with Dr. Shay 56:38

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In this episode, Dr. Zimmerman and Dr. Shay dive deep into how genetics intersect with diet, inflammation, and brain function—dispelling popular myths and reframing what it truly means to eat for your unique biology. Key Takeaways: 🧬 Genetics are the foundation—but not the full picture: Your genes reveal propensities (not destinies) around carb tol…

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Knees Under Pressure: The role of body mass and adiposity on knee health. EP#572 20:57

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In this BJSM podcast, Dr Harvi Hart overview of the different types of body mass and body composition measurements, and they may impact common knee conditions, and what this means for clinicians, patients, and athletes. Harvi specializes in knee injuries and conditions, such as ACL injuries, patellofemoral pain, and osteoarthritis. Her research aim…

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EMDR Adaptations for Brain Injuries with Dr. Michelle Morrissey | E20 57:36

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Send us a text Dr. Michelle Morrissey of the Morrissey Institute explains how she has adapted EMDR therapy to safely and effectively treat patients with concussions and brain injuries. She details the eight phases of EMDR treatment and shares her approach of clearing small traumas first to create capacity for healing bigger ones. • Dr. Morrissey ha…

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Health Hijacked By False Beliefs Around Chronic Conditions 23:59

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In this bold and heartfelt episode, Dr. Z steps away from symptom talk to challenge a deeper issue that prevents people from healing — the emotional trap of familiarity. He pulls back the curtain on how many patients unknowingly sabotage their own recovery by staying in comfortable, familiar systems that don't deliver results. If you've been stuck …

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Episode 219 NPTEFF Overcoming Defeat 9:56

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