The Concussion Nerds Podcast

Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable S2 EP 4: The Truth About Nervous System Work (That No One's Saying)


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Are you focusing so much on calming your nervous system that you might actually be slowing down your recovery?

If you've been doing all the "right" things—breathwork, tapping, somatics, sound healing—but still feel stuck, you're not alone. There's a growing trend in the concussion space to label everything as a nervous system issue… and while that's part of the picture, it's not the whole story.

Here's the hard truth: constantly regulating without addressing the root problem can turn into a subtle form of avoidance. Instead of progressing, you stay in a loop of managing symptoms without truly moving the needle. In this Roundtable episode, we unpack the difference between management and treatment—and why both matter if you actually want to heal.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

  • Why nervous system regulation alone isn't enough for concussion recovery
  • The key difference between managing symptoms and actually treating the problem
  • How "doing all the healing things" can sometimes keep you stuck
  • Where technology and innovative tools fit into real, effective care

If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right but still not getting better, this episode might just change the way you approach your recovery.

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: [email protected]

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

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