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5. Why the World Can Feel "Unreal" after Concussion - with Sonia Vovan (Concussion/Vestibular Physiotherapist)
As discussed with AJ in the last episode, a concussion can totally change your experience of the world - both internally and externally. The world feels wonky, you get lost in places you've been to so many times before. Your body always feels "off" and floaty. Even your experience of your internal thoughts and feelings are different. What happened?
This can't be explained by one thing - there are many mechanisms behind the concussion experience. But one very important aspect is the vestibular/balance system. Starting a tiny organ in your ears that makes a world of difference.
I talk about this with Sonia Vovan, a concussion and vestibular therapist from Toronto, Canada. She named her page "all in your head pt". Because yes, it happens in your brain, but these experiences are not "in your head". You're not alone.
Sonia takes us along behind the scenes of the vestibular system and how this part of the brain can cause such trouble with PCS. We talk about dizziness, getting lost, becoming clumsy, and even feeling disconnected from your body and your feelings.
Sonia also shares with us her virtual and local resources, both for clinicians and patients. Like her virtual discovery calls and coaching for PCS patients, and online concussion courses for clinicians.
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Thank you for listening to Brain Bound the Podcast, a show that talks about the at least 30% of all concussions that develop into PCS. In future episodes, I'll be discussing relevant topics that you'll encounter during PCS recovery. I invite someone to share their own PCS story around the topic, and then sit down with an expert in the next episode to help you learn more. Please subscribe for future episodes. Consider leaving a review if you've enjoyed today's show.
To connect with other people on their concussion journey, or to learn more about PCS, you can visit my Instagram page @brain.bound. Do you have any questions, tips, comments - or would you like to be featured as a guest speaker on the podcast? Feel free to email me at [email protected]. You can also reach me via Instagram PM.
Instagram: @brain.bound
Email: [email protected]
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By Brain Bound the PodcastAs discussed with AJ in the last episode, a concussion can totally change your experience of the world - both internally and externally. The world feels wonky, you get lost in places you've been to so many times before. Your body always feels "off" and floaty. Even your experience of your internal thoughts and feelings are different. What happened?
This can't be explained by one thing - there are many mechanisms behind the concussion experience. But one very important aspect is the vestibular/balance system. Starting a tiny organ in your ears that makes a world of difference.
I talk about this with Sonia Vovan, a concussion and vestibular therapist from Toronto, Canada. She named her page "all in your head pt". Because yes, it happens in your brain, but these experiences are not "in your head". You're not alone.
Sonia takes us along behind the scenes of the vestibular system and how this part of the brain can cause such trouble with PCS. We talk about dizziness, getting lost, becoming clumsy, and even feeling disconnected from your body and your feelings.
Sonia also shares with us her virtual and local resources, both for clinicians and patients. Like her virtual discovery calls and coaching for PCS patients, and online concussion courses for clinicians.
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Thank you for listening to Brain Bound the Podcast, a show that talks about the at least 30% of all concussions that develop into PCS. In future episodes, I'll be discussing relevant topics that you'll encounter during PCS recovery. I invite someone to share their own PCS story around the topic, and then sit down with an expert in the next episode to help you learn more. Please subscribe for future episodes. Consider leaving a review if you've enjoyed today's show.
To connect with other people on their concussion journey, or to learn more about PCS, you can visit my Instagram page @brain.bound. Do you have any questions, tips, comments - or would you like to be featured as a guest speaker on the podcast? Feel free to email me at [email protected]. You can also reach me via Instagram PM.
Instagram: @brain.bound
Email: [email protected]