The Concussion Nerds Podcast

Natasha Wilch
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Welcome to The Concussion Nerds Podcast, where we revolutionize concussion care! This show is for passionate clinicians who want to excel in their field, move clients from stuck to excelling, and celebrate life's moments. Join us as we bring you cutting-edge advancements, practical tips, and inspiring success stories. Together, we'll propel concussion care into a new era, blending science with heart and soul. Whether you're a seasoned pro, a fresh face, or an individual on their own healing journey, this podcast is your ultimate resource. Let's build a community that uplifts and empowers one another, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in concussion care. Get ready to laugh, learn, and grow with me, Natasha Wilch, on The Concussion Nerds Podcast!

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable S2 EP 1: The Round Table Returns: Real Stories, Real Clinicians, Real Concussion Care

    What if everything you've been told about concussion recovery… is actually slowing you down? Too many people are still being told to "just rest," sit in a dark room, and wait it out—only to find themselves months (or years) later still struggling with symptoms that no one seems to understand. And that's the problem. Concussions aren't just a "brain issue." They're complex, multi-system injuries—and when you treat them like a one-size-fits-all problem, you miss the very things that actually lead to healing. In this episode, we're breaking down the biggest myths, sharing real clinical perspectives, and showing you what concussion recovery shouldlook like when it's done right. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why "just rest" is outdated advice—and what to do instead in the first 7 days The biggest myths about concussion recovery that are still keeping people stuck How different systems (vision, nervous system, gut, trauma) all play a role in healing Why validation, collaboration, and individualized care are the missing pieces in recovery This is where real stories meet real clinicians—and where the conversation around concussion care finally starts to change.   Let's Connect!   Dr. Jacque Moser - Naturopathic Health Expert & Doctor of Chiropractic Website: https://www.docjacque.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doc_jacque/   Dr. Paul Rollett - Board Certified in Vision Development & Rehabilitation Website: www.okanaganvisiontherapy.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okanaganvisiontherapy/   Jan McNeil - Registered Clinical Counsellor, Trauma and Somatic Therapist Website: https://covalentcounselling.com   Natasha Wilch - Concussion Mentor & Clinician Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com    Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    49 min

  2. 13 APR

    EP 114: Complexity isn't chaos (but you might be treating it this way)

    What if the reason you feel stuck with complex concussion cases isn't the client—but how you're organizing the problem? You might be trying to treat every symptom individually—chasing headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and brain fog as separate issues—only to feel overwhelmed, frozen, and unsure where to start. The truth is, persistent concussion cases aren't simple—and when you approach them without a clear framework, complexity turns into chaos. But when you shift from symptom-chasing to system-based thinking, everything changes. You stop guessing, start prioritizing, and finally move forward with clarity and confidence. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: ➡️ Why persistent concussion cases feel overwhelming—and why it's not because you're doing it wrong ➡️ The critical difference between "chaos" and "complexity" in clinical practice ➡️ How to shift from symptom-based treatment to a systems-based framework ➡️ How to identify the biggest "needle movers" to create meaningful progress for your clients When you learn to organize complexity instead of reacting to it, you stop feeling stuck—and start making real impact.   Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    17 min

  3. 6 APR

    EP 113: The Symphony of Healing:Why Your Brain Needs Integration, Not Isolation

    What if your recovery—or your patient's recovery—isn't stuck… but simply out of sync? You might be doing "all the right things"—treating the neck, addressing vision, working on vestibular rehab—yet still hitting frustrating plateaus that don't make sense. Because here's the truth: when each system is treated in isolation, even brilliantly, the brain never fully relearns how to coordinate them. Progress happens… until it doesn't. Recovery isn't about perfecting one instrument—it's about conducting the entire orchestra. When you shift from siloed treatment to integrated, layered care, that's when real momentum—and real healing—begins. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why treating concussion systems individually can lead to progress—but also plateaus The powerful "orchestra" analogy that explains how the brain truly heals What recent research reveals about multi-system involvement in persistent concussion How to move from siloed care to an integrated, coordinated recovery approach Because healing isn't about playing louder on one instrument—it's about creating a symphony. Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    17 min

  4. 30 MAR

    EP 112: The Moment Everything Clicks in Concussion Rehab

    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, brain fog—without real progress, you might be stuck in the cycle of treating what's obvious instead of what's actually driving the issue. Here's the truth: when you treat symptoms in isolation, you risk missing the deeper system interactions underneath them. That's where confusion, overwhelm, and stalled recovery happen. But when you understand how systems like the vestibular and autonomic nervous systems work together, everything starts to click—and that's when real, targeted progress begins. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: * Why treating symptoms alone can keep both clinicians and patients stuck * How the vestibular system can mimic or drive autonomic dysfunction * The critical role of the otoliths in balance, blood pressure, and symptom patterns * Why a multi-system assessment is the key to clarity and effective treatment When you shift from chasing symptoms to understanding systems, the chaos turns into clarity—and you finally know exactly where to start.   Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    22 min

  5. 27 MAR

    Embrace Yourself: Heartfelt Meditation

    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 enough—constantly pushing, fixing, and judging ourselves—while completely overlooking the quiet, steady effort it takes just to keep showing up each day. That constant self-criticism can leave you feeling disconnected, exhausted, and never quite "enough." But what if the shift you need isn't more discipline or productivity—what if it's learning to meet yourself with compassion? This meditation helps you slow down, reconnect with your body, and begin seeing yourself through a gentler, more supportive lens. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: How to ground yourself using breath and body awareness A simple way to reconnect with your heartbeat and inner calm Gentle affirmations to practice self-love and appreciation How to shift from self-criticism to self-compassion in just a few minutes A small moment of kindness toward yourself can change the way you move through your entire day.   Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    3 min

  6. 25 MAR

    EP 111: The Intricacies of Vestibular Dysfunction: Beyond Dizziness

    What if your "not dizzy" symptoms are actually coming from a hidden vestibular problem? You might be overlooking a major piece of your recovery by assuming vestibular dysfunction only shows up as dizziness—or by relying on vague descriptions like "I feel off" without digging deeper. And here's the catch: that misunderstanding can keep you stuck. If you're treating the wrong thing—or missing something like BPPV entirely—you could be doing all the "right" rehab and still not making progress. The solution? Step back, reassess, and understand the full scope of how the vestibular system impacts your body beyond just dizziness. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why you don't need to feel dizzy to have vestibular dysfunction How "dizziness" means wildly different things—and why that matters for diagnosis The hidden role of BPPV (and why it can show up weeks or months after a concussion) Why incomplete vestibular assessments may be the reason you're still stuck If you've been spinning your wheels in recovery, this episode might just change how you see your symptoms—and your next steps. Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    23 min

  7. 20 MAR

    Embracing the Present: A Guided Meditation

    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 yourself trying to control your thoughts, push away discomfort, or rush toward solutions—forgetting that constant resistance can leave you feeling even more overwhelmed and disconnected. This guided meditation invites you to pause, soften that resistance, and explore acceptance—not as giving up, but as a way to create space, restore your energy, and reconnect with a quiet sense of hope and forward movement.   Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    6 min

  8. 16 MAR

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

    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 told they need to "accept their new normal" or feel pressure to heal within a certain timeline. And while those ideas might sound supportive on the surface, they can quietly become barriers that keep you stuck, frustrated, and overwhelmed. In this episode, we unpack two common themes that show up again and again in rehabilitation: acceptance and urgency. When misunderstood, acceptance can feel like giving up hope, while urgency can push your nervous system into stress and pressure that actually works against healing. But when these concepts are reframed the right way, they can become powerful tools that help move your recovery forward. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why "acceptance" does not mean settling for a "new normal" How acknowledging the truth of where you are today can actually create a path forward Why putting a timeline on your healing may be increasing stress on your nervous system How shifting from urgency to trust can support real, sustainable progress in recovery Healing after a concussion isn't about giving up or rushing the process — it's about understanding your nervous system, meeting yourself where you are, and taking the next step forward from there. Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    20 min
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Welcome to The Concussion Nerds Podcast, where we revolutionize concussion care! This show is for passionate clinicians who want to excel in their field, move clients from stuck to excelling, and celebrate life's moments. Join us as we bring you cutting-edge advancements, practical tips, and inspiring success stories. Together, we'll propel concussion care into a new era, blending science with heart and soul. Whether you're a seasoned pro, a fresh face, or an individual on their own healing journey, this podcast is your ultimate resource. Let's build a community that uplifts and empowers one another, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in concussion care. Get ready to laugh, learn, and grow with me, Natasha Wilch, on The Concussion Nerds Podcast!

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