Send us a text Welcome to "Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast," Episode 23. In this instalment, we're thrilled to have retired NRL and English Super League player, Lachlan Coote, join us. Lachlan stands as one of the greats of the game, boasting an impressive record of over 250 professional games. His achievements include clinching the 2015 NRL Premiership with the North Queensland Cowboys and conquering the 2016 World Club Challenge. Transitioning to the English Super League, Lachlan played a pivo...
Mar 05, 2024•41 min•Ep. 23
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 22: What is a concussion and 5 Myths regarding concussion. With contact sports seasons upon us in Australia, we decided to briefly revisit what is a concussion and some myth commonly associated with concussion. - Introduction to episode - Cleaned Up (1:40) - What is a Concussion (9:00) - ATP (9:30) - Action Potential (11:33) - Putting it together/What happens in a concussion/ After a concussion (14:00) Concussion Myths - Concussio...
Feb 27, 2024•31 min•Ep. 22
Send us a text Welcome to Episode 21 of Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast! In this instalment, we're thrilled to have Professor Alan Pearce, a Clinical Neurophysiologist specializing in sports-related concussions through innovative techniques like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and sensorimotor approaches. Professor Pearce, a distinguished academic, is not only well-versed in the field but actively engages in concussion advocacy. You might recognize him from his impactful TV and radio interview...
Feb 13, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 21
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 20: Metabolic and Sleep Components of Concussion. In this episode we discuss the major components with regard to metabolism and sleep in concussion. We also briefly touch on AIS recommendation in the cleaned-up segment. - Introduction to episode - Cleaned Up (1:51) - Introduction to metabolic component of concussion (4:43) - Inflammation (8:15) - Hormones (10:50) - Sleep (14:40) Further Resources for you own information that might...
Feb 06, 2024•27 min•Ep. 20
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode19. In this episode we discuss the Vestibular and Oculomotor Components of Concussion along with the usual segment of cleaned up. Introduction - Cleaned Up (2:09) - Initial Assessment (7:00) - Visual Component (10:15) - Vestibular component (13:50) - Vestibular-Ocular Reflex (17:20) - Putting it all together (17:50) Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop fortnightly Social media: Twitter: @first concussion Fac...
Jan 23, 2024•22 min•Ep. 19
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 18 In this episode we discuss and provided opinions on the latest concussion topics in the media related contact and non-contact sports. Introduction: - Shane Tuck Inquest (2:15) - Judge Cains 21 recommendations (3:40) - Recommendations (6:10) - Concussion Spotters (8:00) - Independent Doctors (9:20) - Reduced Contact Training (12:00) - Pre & Post Neurological Testing (13:48) - Mouth Guard Accelerometers (15:45) - Helmets (17:...
Jan 09, 2024•31 min•Ep. 18
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 17. We tackle the current topics in the media and the possible ramifications these rules changes and protocols will have on the individual sports. - Introduction - Rugby Union Update (1:45) - AFL Update (4:20) - Rugby League (5:40) - Audio deleted due to background noise (9:50) - Rugby Union Rule Change explanation (9:59) - Rugby Union Mouth Guard Technology (12:30) - AFL 9 Step Protocol explained (14:00) Media Articles https://ww...
Dec 12, 2023•29 min•Ep. 17
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast episode 16. This episode we briefly outline and cover the 12 cranial nerves to prepare for future episodes regarding vestibular and vision complications post-concussion. - Introduction - Cleaned Up (2:00) - Cranial Nerve Fibre Types: (7:00) - 12 Cranial Nerves Description (10:20) - Conclusion (22:20) Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop fortnightly Social media: Twitter: @first concussion Facebook: Headfirst: A con...
Nov 28, 2023•25 min•Ep. 16
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 15 In this episode of - Concussion and Cervical Spine Dysfunction we give a brief description of cervical anatomy and the possible cause of cervical dysfunction with the effects on the neural pathways. Introduction Cleaned Up – 2:15 Vertebra – 6:38 Cervical Dysfunction & the causes – 15-30 Wrap Up – 24:00 Episode Resources: Beeckmans K and Michels K: Whiplash Injury and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Differential Effects on Cogn...
Nov 13, 2023•27 min•Ep. 15
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 14 – Post-Concussion Headaches. In this episode we discuss all things headaches. We start with how to take a clinical history, what preceding questions one should ask and discuss differences between primary and secondary headaches. When then cover the 3 most common headaches in migraines, tension-type headache and cervicogenic headaches. - Introduction: - Cleaned Up: (4:30) - Headache Introductions (8:00) - History Taking Regardin...
Oct 31, 2023•34 min•Ep. 14
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 13: The Miss Interpretation of Concussion Diagnosis & The Physiological Systems Involved In A Concussion. In this episode we discuss the possible confusion behind why some people are said to have a “specific” type of concussion. Whilst we also look at the most common physiological systems involved we an individual is concussed. - Introduction - Cleaned Up (1:27) - Are there specific types of concussion? (4:55) - Pathophysiolog...
Oct 17, 2023•31 min•Ep. 13
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 12. In this episode “Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and the Links with Concussion” we look at the research and provide an opinion on everything that is CTE. Starting from the complex history, what is CTE, diagnosis, signs, symptoms and much more. Lastly, we end with the questions we should be asking ourselves when discussing CTE. *Correction = 21st minute mark, Allan Stoneham was hit by Robert DiPierdomenico, NOT Dermott B...
Oct 03, 2023•47 min•Ep. 12
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 11 - Evidence Based Practice and How to Interpret the Research. This episode we cover the current landscape of the media and how its covering CTE. We discuss research, its standing, how to assess an article when research is presented and what follow up questions you should be asking. Lastly, we look at a general media article as an example. Introductions & wording is everything: Cleaned Up: (6:20) What is Evidence Based Care: ...
Sep 19, 2023•42 min•Ep. 11
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 10: Concussion and Sub-concussive impacts. In this episode we briefly cover research and how we can find any form of data to support our own bias and viewpoints with CTE as an impartial example. We then cover sub-concussive impacts, what is it & is “sub-concussion” actually a thing? - Introduction to the episode - Cleaned Up Segment (2:20) - The research and how we can make it support any view point: CTE an example (8:15) - Su...
Sep 05, 2023•26 min•Ep. 10
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 9 - Biomechanical Forces of Concussion. In this episode we go through proposed recent AFL changes regarding contact training times and possibility of mandatory helmets in cleaned up. We review what is a concussion before discussing the gravitational forces required to cause a concussion and the supporting research. We touch on neck strength, helmets and Q-Collards seeing if they help reduce the risk of a potential concussion/ mild...
Aug 23, 2023•39 min•Ep. 9
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 8:Concussion and It's Relationship With The Media In this episode we look and discuss all things Concussion related in the Australian media and the preceding fallout. Introduction What’s happened (4:15) SCAT Tests and its limitations (7:10) Clubs Statement & their history (11:30) Pile on effect and what about other clubs (16:15) Mixed messaging being sent to player and fan alike (17:49) Repercussion’s and possible solutions? (...
Aug 08, 2023•36 min•Ep. 8
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 7 Blood Flow and Concussion. In this episode we talk about the latest issues in sport regarding concussion and the potential trade-offs in cleaned up segment. This is followed up by talking about blood and blood pressure and how this is possibly related to concussion. - Introduction to episode - Cleaned Up Segment (3:00) - Blood Vessels (13:30) - Blood Pressure (17:20) - Blood Brain Barrier (21:00) - Cerebral Blood flow and four p...
Jul 25, 2023•34 min•Ep. 7
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 6. In this episode of Concussion in Sport: Consensus Statement, we talk about the recent 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport paper published in the British Medical Journal. We cover the proposed recommendation's and guideline changes along with some helpful tips on clinical note taking. Consensus Statement: https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/57/11/695 Social media: Twitter: @first concussion Facebook: Headfirst: A concus...
Jul 11, 2023•28 min•Ep. 6
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 5. In this episode of What Is A Concussion part 2: I will introduce you to the abnormal physiology of a cell, neuron and action potential’s that takes place during a concussion, leading to the neurometabolic cascade preceding the energy deficit disorder which takes place. - Introduction to the episode - Cleaned Up Segment (2:50) - Grey and White Matter (10:04) - Concussion Explained (11.50) - Excitatory Phase (12.55) - Spreading D...
Jul 05, 2023•25 min•Ep. 5
Send us a text Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast Episode 4. In this episode of What Is a Concussion Part 1: I will introduce you to the normal physiology of a cell, neuron and action potential's along with brief description of ATP. We will now also do a segment called ‘Cleaned Up’ where we discuss all the recent concussion news each fortnight. - Introduction to the episode - Cleaned Up Segment (3:12) - Nervous System and Neuron Description (8:00) - ATP Description (11:20) - Ions and Act...
Jun 19, 2023•21 min•Ep. 4
Send us a text Welcome to headfirst: a concussion podcast episode 3 In this special episode I will talk briefly about what happens in a concussion and possible loop hole being exploited in the concussion protocols. Source material of what is a concussion: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC155411/ Subscribe and share for new episodes which will drop fortnightly Social media: Twitter: @firstconcussion Facebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcast Instagram: Headfirst_ Concussion Email: head...
Jun 07, 2023•20 min•Ep. 3
Send us a text Welcome to headfirst: a concussion podcast episode 2. In this episode we will introduce you to the topic of concussion, provided general overview along with common definitions and terminology associated with concussion. Subscribe and share for new episodes which will drop fortnightly Social media: Twitter: @firstconcussion Facebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcast Instagram: Headfirst_ Concussion Email: headfirstconcussion@gmail.com...
Jun 05, 2023•16 min•Ep. 2
Send us a text Welcome to headfirst: a concussion podcast episode 1. In this brief introductory episode, we will introduce you to your host, what the podcast is about and our plans moving forward for the future. Subscribe, share and review for new episodes which will drop fortnightly. We can be found on the following platforms Twitter: @firstconcussion Facebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcast Instagram: Headfirst_ Concussion Email: headfirstconcussion@gmail.com...
Jun 05, 2023•6 min•Ep. 1
