Brain Talks: Concussion Myths and Realities with Dr. Bruno Follmer
Welcome back to the Well Nurtured Brain. In this episode Dr. Pamela is joined by Dr. Bruno Follmer who is an important researcher and voice in the sport and concussion community. Join us as Dr. Follmer shares his wisdom and expertise. He will dispel misconceptions and shed some light on the truths behind concussions.
Concussions have long been surrounded by misinformation and misunderstanding. From what causes them to misguided ideas about recovery, this conversation will address these myths head-on.
Join us as we tackle some of the most common concussion myths, including:
A Concussion Is Just a Bump on the Head: Delve into the complex nature of concussions and learn why even seemingly minor head impacts can have significant consequences.
A Dark room and Rest are the Only Cure: Explore the latest research on concussion management and discover the multifaceted approach to recovery, which goes beyond just physical rest.
You Need to Lose Consciousness to Have a Concussion: Concussions can occur without loss of consciousness and understand the range of symptoms that can indicate a head injury.
Helmets Prevent Concussions Completely: Gain insights into the role of helmets in head injury prevention, and understand their limitations in protecting against all types of concussions.
About Dr. Bruno Follmer:
Dr Bruno Follmer is an instructor at the School of Kinesiology at Capilano University in Vancouver BC Canada, and he has a Masters degree in Biodynamics of Human Movement and a PhD in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria. Dr. Follmer is a scientific researcher with over 27 articles published. He can be found on Instagram @brunofollmer
