Navigating Concussion Rehabilitation with Dr Katie Mitchell

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast. In this episode Dr. Mitchell joins us to share her insights into the latest developments in concussion rehabilitation, drawing from her extensive clinical and research background. We'll explore effective strategies for managing concussions, discuss advancements in rehabilitation techniques, and uncover what athletes and patients alike need to know about concussion recovery. Dr. Mitchell is a distinguished physiotherapist and the founder of Thrive Neurosports, specializing in performance and rehabilitation, particularly in concussion management. Dr. Mitchell brings a wealth of experience, having served as the lead team therapist for the Women’s Para Hockey Team in Canada, the Ontario Sledge Team, and the Waterloo Rugby Football Club, among others. Her expertise extends beyond clinical practice; she has presented at numerous prestigious conferences, including the IOC World Conference on Injury and Illness Prevention in Sport and the 6th Consensus Meeting on Concussion in Sport. Recently, Dr. Mitchell also completed her PhD, further solidifying her commitment to advancing concussion research and treatment. - Introduction about Dr Katie Mitchell - Possible extrapolation of the research? (4:45) - What is a concussion (7:10) - Possible assessment process of a concussion and exercise selection (9:10) - Exacerbation of previous symptoms post-concussion and should we have a baseline eye examination (16:55) - Autonomic sensitivity post-concussion (23:37) - Common miss conceptions around concussion recovery (34:05) - Concussion protocols and recovery in Para Sports and Para-Athletes (37:00) - Where can people find you and sign up for your educational courses (46:51) Dr Katie Mitchell, https://thriveneurosport.ca/about-physiotherapist-athletic-therapist-concussion/ Instagram: @thriveneurosport Twitter/X: @kmitchell_atpt Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop fortnightly Social media: Twitter: @first concussion Facebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcast Instagram: Headfirst_ Concussion Email: [email protected]