89 - Guest Expert: Simone Fortier, Surprising Information That Parents Need To Know About Concussions and Head Injuries

Cast:
Dr. Tara Egan - host
Simone Fortier  - guest expert

Do you know how most kids get a concussion? It may not be what you would think!

You may be thinking, "this topic doesn't pertain to me and my kids," but you'd be surprised as you listen to this interesting conversation Tara and Anna have with their guest Simone Fortier.

Simone Fortier is an International Fascia Therapist, Teacher, Lecturer and Speaker, Founder of Stretching Fascia Therapy, Fascia Training Institute and Author. She is passionate about empowering others to free themselves from physical, emotional and psychological pain and is highly regarded and well respected in the manual therapy field, with testimonials from professional athletes in the MLB, PGA, NHL, CFL, and NFL. Many Olympic athletes, colleagues and strength coaches also offer high praise. Simone is commended for her continued clinical research in the studies of fascia, movement, and functions of the human body.

 Simone is here  today to discuss  the impact of living with concussions and how to protect our kids from them.

Tune in to learn:
-the most common cause of concussions
-what fascia is and how it pertains to concussions and brain injuries
-that not all concussions heal on their own, without further protocols
-some startling facts on healing
-the correlation between ADHD and concussions
-what should parents be looking out for and the steps they should take
-how to advocate for your child
-recommendations that parents can do to protect against concussion

And Simone even teaches us a test that you can do immediately for brain health!

To learn more about Simone and her trainings and programs, etc.:
https://www.simonefortier.com/
https://www.fasciatraininginstitute.com/

Website -Dr. Tara Egan's child & adolescent therapy services books, webinars, public speaking opportunities, and coaching/consultation services, Go HERE.

Facebook - learn more HERE.
YouTube - learn more HERE.
Instagram - learn more HERE.

Edited by Christian Fox