Concussion Recovery for Student Athletes: BrainTap, SMR Training with Francisco Cidral, ND, PhD

If a student athlete has lingering symptoms after a concussion—brain fog, light/noise sensitivity, balance issues, trouble focusing—there are non-invasive ways to support recovery. Today's guest, Dr. Francisco Cidral, is an entrepreneur, professor, and researcher. He holds an ND, a master’s and PhD in Neuroscience, and a post-doctorate in Health Sciences. He specializes in integrative therapies and the neurobiology of pain and inflammation. Dr. Cidral currently serves as Science Officer at BrainTap and as CEO of the Integrative Health School in Orlando, Florida.In this episode, Dr. Patrick Porter and Dr. Cidral walk through a real-world high school program where BrainTap brainwave entrainment (SMR morning sessions, midday stress relief, and deep-sleep delta sessions) was combined with compression boots and chiropractic care. What stood out: at one-year follow-up, the group that used BrainTap + compression showed meaningful reductions in post-concussion symptoms vs. chiropractic care alone—e.g., fewer headaches, less neck pain, reduced anxiety, better balance, and less brain fog. We also cover why SMR matters for cognition, how light and sound help entrain brain states, and the role of auricular vagus stimulation in downshifting stress. For athletic programs, clinics, and trainers, the protocol is easy to implement (in-office or at-home with the BrainTap system) and designed to complement—not replace—your current care plan.Connect with Dr. Francisco Cidral:https://www.linkedin.com/francisco-cidral-nd-phdConnect with Dr. Gianluca Bianco:https://www.gianlucabiancomd.it/index.htmlConnect with Dr. Patrick Porter:https://drpatrickporter.com/https://www.instagram.com/drpatrickporter/https://www.facebook.com/DrPatrickPorter/https://www.youtube.com/c/drpatrickporterOther helpful links & information:http://www.braintap.pro/*Our content is for informational purposes only and should not be treated as medical or health advice. Please consult with your doctor / healthcare provider if you have any questions about your medical condition.#BrainFitnessPodcast