Ep. 146 Concussion in Sport: What Every Sports Parent Needs to Know

Concussion in sport is one of the most important conversations in athlete health today — but what really happens to the brain after a head injury?In this episode of The Inner Athlete Podcast, Trent is joined by leading concussion researcher and neurophysiologist Prof. Alan Pearce for a clear, evidence-informed discussion on sports concussion, brain health, concussion recovery, head trauma, athlete safety, and return-to-play protocols.Together, they explore why concussion recovery is not always as simple as symptoms going away, and why parents, coaches, athletes, and health professionals need to understand what can happen after a head knock.In this episode, Trent and Prof. Pearce discuss:• What happens inside the brain after a concussion• Why concussion symptoms do not always reflect full recovery• How concussion can affect movement, coordination, learning, mood, and performance• Whether current concussion protocols are doing enough to protect athletes• What parents, coaches, and athletes should look for after a head injury• The benefits and limitations of emerging concussion technology• What recent cases, including Eli Katoa, mean for the future of athlete welfare• Where concussion research and brain health in sport may be heading nextThis episode is valuable listening for sports parents, coaches, athletes, trainers, and health professionals who want to better understand concussion management, safer return-to-play decisions, and long-term brain health.Tune in to learn why protecting athletes from concussion requires more than simply passing a protocol — and why better education matters at every level of sport.Ready to support your young athlete’s long-term development?Book a FREE Discovery Call with Inner Athlete here:https://inner-athlete.com.au/contact-usDownload our free parent guide, From Frustration to Confidence – A Parent’s Guide to Helping Young Athletes Get Stronger, Faster, and More Confident, Safely and Efficiently, here:https://inner-athlete.com.au/from-frustration-to-confidence-790716