Concussion 101 Podcast
Concussion 101 is dedicated to educating patients, families, athletes, coaches and teachers, and to helping them getting a-head again! A multidisciplinary expert team shares their knowledge and answers your questions about concussions.
Disclaimer: Note that Concussion 101 podcast is for educational purposes only. Always seek medical help in a multidisciplinary clinic if you suspect you have a concussion. Specific recommendations may vary depending on the details of your injury. Contents are based on information from research and clinical experience.
In this first episode of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh, will cover the basics about concussion. He will explain what is a concussion, what are its symptoms, and what to do if a concussion is suspected.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip Sport Med
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording date: September 2018
In this second episode of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh will continue to give us an overview of concussions. He will talk about the diagnosis, recovery time and management.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med.
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording date: September 2018
In episode 3 of Concussion 101, we will answer your questions about sleep. She will explain how concussions can affect sleep and what can be done to reset the natural sleep rhythm.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med.
Recording date: September 2018
In episode 4 of Concussion 101, we will cover the big question of rest after a concussion. She will review the latest research and consensus about rest, explain the principles of energy management and briefly discuss diet post-concussion.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip Sport Med
Research: Dr. Maude Boulanger
Recording date: October 2018
In episode 5 of Concussion 101, we will highlight the importance of maintaining a hopeful and positive mindset when recovering from a concussion, as well as discuss mindfulness and other relaxation techniques.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip Sport Med
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh and Dr. Maude Boulanger
Recording date: October 2018
In episode 6 of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh will demystify and destigmatize mood and behavioural changes that commonly happen post concussion.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med.
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording date: October 2018
In episode 7 of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh will talk about common neck issues post concussion and will cover neck anatomy, neuromuscular control and whiplash in this first part.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med.
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording date: February 2019
In episode 8 of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh will continue his discussion about common neck issues and address treatment options in the context of a biopsychosocial model.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med.
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording date: February 2019
In episode 9 of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh will share general information about post-traumatic headaches. He will explain different headache types that commonly affect concussion patients and factors that can weigh in on their headache experiences.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med. and Dr. Maude Boulanger HBSc, MD, CCFP
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording: March 2019
In episode 10 of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh will continue his discussion about post-traumatic headache and talk about the role of stress in headaches as well as the role of complementary and integrative medicine.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med. and Dr. Maude Boulanger HBSc, MD, CCFP
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording: March 2019
In episode 11 of Concussion 101, we will cover common visual symptoms post-concussion and explain the binocular visual system as well as the role of functional optometry in concussion care.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip Sport Med
Recording date: June 2019
In episode 12 of Concussion 101, We continue our discussion of visual inefficiencies after a concussion and talks about glasses and vision therapy.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip Sport Med
Recording date: June 2019
In episode 13 of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh will explain the physiology behind dizziness and balance issues. He will also discuss benign paroxysmal positional vertigo and sensory organization dysfunction.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med. and Dr. Maude Boulanger HBSc, MD, CCFP
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording date: August 2019
In episode 14 of Concussion 101, Dr. Taher Chugh continues his discussion about dizziness and imbalance after a concussion and talks about vestibular migraines and rehabilitation for dizziness including vestibular therapy.
Hosted by Dr. Taher Chugh MD, CCFP(SEM), FCFP, Dip. Sport Med. and Dr. Maude Boulanger HBSc, MD, CCFP
Research: Dr. Taher Chugh
Recording date: August 2019
Original idea, edited and produced by Dr. Maude Boulanger HBSc, MD, CCFP
Voice over narration by Mr. Mojtaba Garshasb BSc candidate
Music by customanthems
Artwork by designcre8tor
IT by Ram Bala