The Concussion Nerds Podcast

EP 90: Unlocking Relief: Addressing Sound Sensitivity in Concussion Recovery


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Is sound sensitivity slowing down your concussion recovery—more than you even realize?

For many people on a healing journey (and the clinicians who support them), sound sensitivity becomes an exhausting, confusing hurdle. Whether it’s struggling to be in noisy environments, feeling constantly overstimulated, or relying on earplugs 24/7, this issue doesn’t just make life harder—it often gets overlooked or misunderstood altogether.

But what if sound sensitivity is more than just an annoying symptom… and instead, a clue pointing to deeper dysregulation in the nervous system? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s really going on—and how to start shifting it.

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

  • Why sound sensitivity is not just about your ears—and how the brain and nervous system play a huge role

  • The connection between auditory processing and cognitive function after a concussion

  • Why noise-canceling headphones are management, not treatment (and what to do instead)

  • A step-by-step framework for gently retraining your tolerance to sound using the “Sound Sensitivity Pyramid”

This episode blends practical tools with empowering education—for clinicians and healing humans alike. Whether you're new to concussion recovery or feeling stuck in the middle of it, this conversation will help you better understand your body, your brain, and your next steps forward.

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