Sickboy

9 Minutes Without A Heart Beat: Anoxic Brain Injury And Memory Loss


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Take a trip down Brain Injury Lane! In this episode, the gang sits down with the incredible Leanna, a self-proclaimed "brain injury weirdo." Leanna shares her harrowing journey after experiencing a cardiac arrest at a wedding in 2015, where the absence of a defibrillator and a prolonged wait for EMTs resulted in an anoxic brain injury. Leanna takes the guys through the challenging process of relearning everything, from basic tasks like holding a fork to more complex skills like driving. Imagine this, you wake up with no memory and some bald stranger claims to be your husband, but as far as you can tell, you never liked bald men... whomp whomp! The conversation delves into the crucial role of exercise in Leanna's recovery, as she transitioned from walking to weight training, adapting to the physical changes brought on by her injury. Leanna also shares the profound lesson she learned about the importance of asking for help, a newfound skill that became essential in navigating the ups and downs of her recovery journey. Join the gang as they explore resilience, memory, and the remarkable strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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