Podcast Episodes Archives - Page 15 of 16

29Jul 2019 by Drew Niemann

023: Compound Healing – Kyle and Dr. Sonja

023: What's Compound Healing? Kyle and Dr. Sonja give us insight. What's "compound healing"? You must listen in to our conversation with Kyle Sherman and Dr. Sonja Powers to find out. The amazing story of two life long friends, then partners is well worth the listen. They tell their own TBI story in a manner that is raw, real and honest in a manner like we haven't heard before. Acceptance, trying to be happy, anger, life purpose are all part of the conversation. But maybe the most significant part of the conversation is the obstacle overcome after 4 years. Kyle and Dr. Sonja do a great job of trying to stay positive as Kyle continues to recover. Show Notes & Resources: The Swimming Pool and The StudentBeing HappyFilling The Void…

22Jul 2019 by Drew Niemann

022: Dealing with Setbacks

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022: Setbacks are Part of the Recovery Process. What Have We Learned? In today's episode we explore setbacks. The types that feel like two steps forward, one step back. We thought it would be good to speak to it today as Terry just recently had to deal with one that really took the wind from her sails for about a week. We explore many other big setbacks such as Terry's broken ankle and her realization that she wasn't going to be able to teach. What happened and how did that slow her recovery process? It is very common for concussed folks to have setbacks at times. What we have learned is to anticipate them and recognize them. From there we can address and get through it quicker. We also touch…

15Jul 2019 by Drew Niemann

021: Early in the Process-Police Officer Kim Geyer & Linda

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021: What's it like for a police officer to get concussed on the job? What's recovery like? Terry and I had the honor to speak with Police Officer Kim Geyer and her wife Linda. They offered to tell their story to aid in creating awareness around the invisible injury. Officer Geyer has had to recover from concussions prior to the one she is working through now. It should be noted that during our conversation Kim has been recovering for a few months and still very new to the process. Kim was injured the last time around on duty as a police officer through a violent act while apprehending a suspect. We get to hear her story and just as importantly gain some perspective from Kim's spouse on what it is like for…

08Jul 2019 by Drew Niemann

020: Lost Balance & Wonky Vision

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020: A Deeper Dive Into Two Concerns That Linger with Terry Today we explore vision and balance obstacles and little deeper. Terry has had these concerns in the last two concussions and they still linger today. In some ways they are related and in other ways they have been unrelated. It is not uncommon for concussed folks to have serious concerns and work to do around both topics as part of the journey to recover. In Terry's case these shortfalls also lead to additional falls and injuries. We speak to the lessons learned and some of the adjustments and modifications implemented in the Niemann household. Show Notes & Resources: What's DizzinessFeelings of unsteadinessWooziness (swimming feeling in head)LightheadednessFeelings of passing outSensations of movingSpinningFloatingSwayingTiltingWhirling (sensations known as vertigo)Dr. Rochester (Episode #12)Dale Walton…

01Jul 2019 by Drew Niemann

019: Brittany & Samantha

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019: Brittany and Samantha offer their story, struggles and how they are working as a team We have the opportunity to speak with Brittany and Samatha about their journey with PCS. Brittany had the most recent injury while at work. As we learn in the conversation, this is her 8th concussion, but her first time struggling to recover. Brittany is a nurse and she tells the story of how she was injured while on duty, and some of the obstacles she has faced during her recovery. She was fortunate to have a great support system. She and Samantha do a good job of explaining what that looked like. Just as importantly we are excited to gain Brittany's life partner Samantha perspective as a caregiver. Samantha explains how she doesn't particularly care…

24Jun 2019 by Drew Niemann

018: Dale Walton, Doctor of Physical Therapy

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018: A Conversation with Dale Walton about Concussions and the Recovery Process. In today's episode we have the opportunity to speak with Dale Walton, Doctor of Physical Therapy. She was very much involved in Terry's recovery from the third concussion. During this time she also oversaw Lancaster General Health's Concussion Recovery Program. Dale has been listening in to the podcast and graciously volunteered to spend time with us. She offers some great insight about Terry's concerns. In addition, she offers insight into the therapies needed the most for people with head injuries and what to do if you need help to name a few things. We also discuss a paper Dale wrote in 2015, her experiences lecturing at a local university, and her take on both live and online support…

17Jun 2019 by Drew Niemann

017: A Mindset Shift

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017: Terry and Drew Discuss Changes Necessary as Part of the Recovery. Today Terry and I are going to speak in a little more in depth about complaining and gratitude. Yes it's hard to believe that they are in the same sentence, but there is a theme- It's A Mindset Shift. Terry and I both had to go through the uncomfortable experiences of changing and shifting our mindsets after her accidents. Two huge areas we needed to address were complaining and gratitude. The work in these areas also changed our expectations. Show Notes & Resources: Constant Complaining ArticleTerry's ToolsHow to Be Kind and a Friend to YourselfDrew's Struggle with ComplainingGratitudeFour Insights for Gratitude from BerkeleyGratitude unshackles us from toxic emotionsGratitude helps even if you don’t share itGratitude’s benefits take time & practice.…

10Jun 2019 by Drew Niemann

016: Terry’s Takes 2.0

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016: Terry and Drew Discuss Topics Found Around the Web as it Pertains to PCS Terry and Drew discuss topics that Drew found floating around the web recently. He tries to get Terry's initial perspectives which lead to the conversation. This weeks topics include a few studies on essential oils, music and benefits to those with a TBI, and 9 things not to say. As always, we tell you exactly how we feel about the topics and have a little banter along the way. Show Notes & Resources: Head Injuries and Essential Oils- What They Aren't Telling YouWatch the Green WashingThe Placebo Effect?9 Things Not to Say to Someone with A Brain InjurySteam Comes Out of Terry's Ear'sDoing the LaundryDisagree with One of the Things on the ListWhat's Missing?Music Makes…

03Jun 2019 by Drew Niemann

015: Roadtripping!

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015: Traveling with Post Concussion Symptoms Terry and I recently returned from vacation. We thought it would be a good idea to talk about what it has been like over the years and how her concussions and recovery have changed the way we travel. As always we also talk about what we did to adapt and offer suggestions. Summertime hit in the states. Hopefully our insight will help you on your road trips coming up! Show Notes & Resources: A Road Trip At First Was Only 10 MinutesWhat Vacations Looked Like Before The ConcussionsThe Go Bag (Tools can be found here)Visiting Family and Quiet TimesBringing the Bike, Even Though Terry Wasn't Going To RideAnxious to Go on a Trip- Can't Forget AnythingVisiting Nashville Was A Struggle, But Not The Ride ItselfTerry…

27May 2019 by Drew Niemann

014: Both Sides with Justin Jennings

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014: What's it like to be both a survivor and a caregiver? Today we get to speak with Justin Jennings. Justin is a listener of A Battle Within and has offered to come speak to us about what Post Concussion Syndrome has meant to him. Terry and I had never met him before this interview. He is exactly what and who the podcast is for, the average person trying to recover. Justin has had a unique experience as it pertains to head injuries. He has been both the patient and the caregiver. We get some perspectives from him on this from both sides. His injuries were quite different in nature than what we have explored before. Continuing with the theme of the previous episode Justin spends some time talking about his…