https://simplecast.com Concussion Game Plan Concussion Game Plan, an official podcast from the Concussion Legacy Foundation, is designed to help patients and caregivers navigate acute concussion recovery. The top experts in the field lend their expertise to help guide you through the concussion symptoms you can expect, how long they may last, and how to best manage them. Each episode also features advice from someone who has suffered a concussion and handled the ups and downs of recovery. Concussion can be an isolating, confusing injury. Concussion Game Plan is here to help, and remind you, you are not alone. Concussion Game Plan is a podcast produced by the Concussion Legacy Foundation. 2022 - Concussion Legacy Foundation en Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:31:54 +0000 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:34:12 +0000 https://concussion-game-plan.simplecast.com Concussion Game Plan https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/e4c35820-a4d4-4257-aaa2-7fa7e58a7869/08b21c15-b727-4fcc-b383-10927d51fc08/3000x3000/cgp-logo.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://concussion-game-plan.simplecast.com episodic Concussion Game Plan, an official podcast from the Concussion Legacy Foundation, is designed to help patients and caregivers navigate acute concussion recovery. The top experts in the field lend their expertise to help guide you through the concussion symptoms you can expect, how long they may last, and how to best manage them. Each episode also features advice from someone who has suffered a concussion and handled the ups and downs of recovery. Concussion can be an isolating, confusing injury. Concussion Game Plan is here to help, and remind you, you are not alone. Concussion Game Plan is a podcast produced by the Concussion Legacy Foundation. Concussion Legacy Foundation false https://feeds.simplecast.com/SH7Iu3vt post concussion, concussion, concussion legacy foundation, concussion recovery, concussion rehab, concussions, football concussion, post concussion syndrome Concussion Legacy Foundation info@concussionfoundation.org dc953680-84ec-11f0-9295-ab2b27033f41 f756beea-569a-42ca-a6fd-da81e32a0f1f E8: What if your symptoms don’t go away? w/ Dr. Robert Cantu and Esther Lovett
  • Dr. Cantu sees patients at the Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center in Concord, Massachusetts. You can learn more about the Center and how to schedule an appointment here.
  • Esther did a powerful TEDx Talk about navigating life with Post-Concussion Syndrome in 2019. You can watch it here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • Learn more about Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

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  • Dr. Cantu sees patients at the Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center in Concord, Massachusetts. You can learn more about the Center and how to schedule an appointment here.
  • Esther did a powerful TEDx Talk about navigating life with Post-Concussion Syndrome in 2019. You can watch it here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • Learn more about Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

    ]]>     E8: What if your symptoms don’t go away? w/ Dr. Robert Cantu and Esther Lovett Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:26:20 In the final episode of Concussion Game Plan, CLF co-founder and medical director Dr. Robert Cantu rejoins the show to answer one of the hardest questions in the recovery process: what if the concussion symptoms just won’t go away? Dr. Cantu gives his advice for tackling the realities of Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) and provides hope for brighter days ahead. Esther Lovett lives with PCS and shares her wisdom for adjusting to life in ways that allow her and her brain to be at their best. In the final episode of Concussion Game Plan, CLF co-founder and medical director Dr. Robert Cantu rejoins the show to answer one of the hardest questions in the recovery process: what if the concussion symptoms just won’t go away? Dr. Cantu gives his advice for tackling the realities of Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) and provides hope for brighter days ahead. Esther Lovett lives with PCS and shares her wisdom for adjusting to life in ways that allow her and her brain to be at their best. concussion awareness, concussion recovery, concussions, post concussion, concussion rehab, concussion, head injury, brain injuries, post concussion syndrome, brain injury, head injuries, pcs false full 8     81080283-a512-4bdd-aed3-100150c79001 E7: Return to Play w/ Dr. Barry Jordan and Julia Scoles
  • You can learn more about Dr. Jordan and his work here.
  • Julia shared her concussion recovery journey in a detailed story on CLF’s website. You can read it here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

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  • You can learn more about Dr. Jordan and his work here.
  • Julia shared her concussion recovery journey in a detailed story on CLF’s website. You can read it here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

    ]]>     E7: Return to Play w/ Dr. Barry Jordan and Julia Scoles Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:33:35 Dr. Barry Jordan is the Chief Medical Officer of Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center in Downey, California. Dr. Jordan has decades of experience returning athletes to the field after concussion. On this episode, Dr. Jordan explains why the return-to-play process is so important, how an athlete’s symptoms should guide them, and much more. College beach volleyball player Julia Scoles has suffered multiple debilitating concussions in her career. She joins the show to share what she’s learned to do and not to do in the return-to-play process. Dr. Barry Jordan is the Chief Medical Officer of Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center in Downey, California. Dr. Jordan has decades of experience returning athletes to the field after concussion. On this episode, Dr. Jordan explains why the return-to-play process is so important, how an athlete’s symptoms should guide them, and much more. College beach volleyball player Julia Scoles has suffered multiple debilitating concussions in her career. She joins the show to share what she’s learned to do and not to do in the return-to-play process. concussion awareness, concussion recovery, concussions, post-concussion syndrome, post concussion, concussion rehab, concussion, head injury, brain injuries, brain injury, head injuries false full 7     c2086494-53da-4a4f-932a-8045133cb9d7 E6: Return to Learn w/ Dr. Brenda Eagan-Johnson and Giuliana Calia
  • You can learn more about Dr. Eagan-Johnson and her work here.
  • You can follow Dr. Eagan-Johnson on Twitter @b_eaganjohnson.
  • Watch Giuliana’s #ConcussionHope video here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

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  • You can learn more about Dr. Eagan-Johnson and her work here.
  • You can follow Dr. Eagan-Johnson on Twitter @b_eaganjohnson.
  • Watch Giuliana’s #ConcussionHope video here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

    ]]>     E6: Return to Learn w/ Dr. Brenda Eagan-Johnson and Giuliana Calia Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:27:08 Dr. Brenda Eagan-Johnson is a brain injury education specialist who supports students as they return to the classroom following concussion. She joins Concussion Game Plan to share the challenges students may face returning to learn and provides best practices for parents, teachers, and administrators. Giuliana Calia spoke about the challenges of returning to college following a concussion and gave tips to students struggling with the return-to-learn and work process. Dr. Brenda Eagan-Johnson is a brain injury education specialist who supports students as they return to the classroom following concussion. She joins Concussion Game Plan to share the challenges students may face returning to learn and provides best practices for parents, teachers, and administrators. Giuliana Calia spoke about the challenges of returning to college following a concussion and gave tips to students struggling with the return-to-learn and work process. concussion awareness, concussion recovery, concussions, post-concussion syndrome, post concussion, concussion rehab, concussion, head injury, brain injuries, brain injury, head injuries false full 6     ee4ebf45-b27a-48ec-a6bd-c2e7ea14601f E5: Cognitive Symptoms w/ Dr. Dan Daneshvar and Isaiah Osborne
  • Learn more about Dr. Daneshvar and his work here.
  • You can follow Dr. Daneshvar on Twitter @DanDaneshvar.
  • Watch Isaiah Osborne’s #ConcussionHope video here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

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  • Learn more about Dr. Daneshvar and his work here.
  • You can follow Dr. Daneshvar on Twitter @DanDaneshvar.
  • Watch Isaiah Osborne’s #ConcussionHope video here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

    ]]>     E5: Cognitive Symptoms w/ Dr. Dan Daneshvar and Isaiah Osborne Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:26:26 Dr. Dan Daneshvar, a brain injury physician at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, joins us to break down the cognitive symptoms of concussion, such as memory loss, trouble concentrating and issues with speech. Along with Dr. Daneshvar, you’ll hear from former college football player Isaiah Osborne about his cognitive issues post-concussion and what adjustments he’s made to focus on his brain health. Dr. Dan Daneshvar, a brain injury physician at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, joins us to break down the cognitive symptoms of concussion, such as memory loss, trouble concentrating and issues with speech. Along with Dr. Daneshvar, you’ll hear from former college football player Isaiah Osborne about his cognitive issues post-concussion and what adjustments he’s made to focus on his brain health. concussion awareness, concussion recovery, concussions, post-concussion syndrome, concussion, head injury, brain injury, post-concussion false full 5     c7fb1e58-3493-4d09-a17a-9dc6b9db2d69 E4: Emotional Symptoms of Concussion w/ Dr. Christina Master and Noah Abrams
  • You can learn more about Dr. Master and her work at CHOP here.
  • You can follow Dr. Master on Twitter @drtinamaster.
  • Noah wrote a heartfelt story about bouncing back from rock bottom during his concussion recovery. You can read it on our website here.
  • If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal ideation, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. It’s free and available 24/7.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

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  • You can learn more about Dr. Master and her work at CHOP here.
  • You can follow Dr. Master on Twitter @drtinamaster.
  • Noah wrote a heartfelt story about bouncing back from rock bottom during his concussion recovery. You can read it on our website here.
  • If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal ideation, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. It’s free and available 24/7.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

    ]]>     E4: Emotional Symptoms of Concussion w/ Dr. Christina Master and Noah Abrams Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:35:48 Dr. Christina Master, a pediatric sports medicine specialist and co-director of the Minds Matters Concussion Program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) explains why emotional symptoms after concussion are common, how they manifest, how she treats them, and what parents can look out for. Noah Abrams, a professional soccer player in the USL Championship, shares his experience with emotional symptoms after a concussion he suffered playing at Northeastern University, and his advice for anyone struggling with their mental health. Dr. Christina Master, a pediatric sports medicine specialist and co-director of the Minds Matters Concussion Program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) explains why emotional symptoms after concussion are common, how they manifest, how she treats them, and what parents can look out for. Noah Abrams, a professional soccer player in the USL Championship, shares his experience with emotional symptoms after a concussion he suffered playing at Northeastern University, and his advice for anyone struggling with their mental health. concussion awareness, concussion recovery, concussions, post-concussion syndrome, post concussion, concussion rehab, concussion, head injury, post concussion syndrome, brain injury, pcs false full 4     1f221a7d-6a58-4af7-9e3e-4964006360f9 E3: Physical Symptoms of Concussion Pt. 2 w/ Dr. David Dodick and Carla Ciccone
  • You can learn more about Dr. Dodick and request an appointment with him here.
  • You can follow Dr. Dodick on Twitter @daviddodick.
  • Carla wrote a powerful story about her concussion recovery journey in 2016 for Chatelaine. You can read it here.
  • Carla filmed a special Suicide Prevention Month video for CLF in 2020. You can view it here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

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  • You can learn more about Dr. Dodick and request an appointment with him here.
  • You can follow Dr. Dodick on Twitter @daviddodick.
  • Carla wrote a powerful story about her concussion recovery journey in 2016 for Chatelaine. You can read it here.
  • Carla filmed a special Suicide Prevention Month video for CLF in 2020. You can view it here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

    ]]>     E3: Physical Symptoms of Concussion Pt. 2 w/ Dr. David Dodick and Carla Ciccone Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:22:32 Dr. David Dodick, Director of the Sports Neurology and Concussion Program at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, and Toronto-based freelance writer Carla Ciccone return for episode three of Concussion Game Plan. In this episode, Dr. Dodick explains why concussion patients can experience visual symptoms, sleep symptoms, and light and noise sensitivity. Dr. Dodick also shares his advice for caregivers of concussion patients. Carla shares how she learned the power of rest through her recovery and gives a message of hope to those struggling. Dr. David Dodick, Director of the Sports Neurology and Concussion Program at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, and Toronto-based freelance writer Carla Ciccone return for episode three of Concussion Game Plan. In this episode, Dr. Dodick explains why concussion patients can experience visual symptoms, sleep symptoms, and light and noise sensitivity. Dr. Dodick also shares his advice for caregivers of concussion patients. Carla shares how she learned the power of rest through her recovery and gives a message of hope to those struggling. concussion awareness, concussion recovery, concussions, post-concussion syndrome, post concussion, concussion rehab, concussion, brain injuries, post concussion syndrome, brain injury, head injuries false full 3     2bc85f86-7d59-4705-95e0-b5515d7a7dd7 E2: Physical Symptoms of Concussion Pt. 1 w/ Dr. David Dodick and Carla Ciccone
  • You can learn more about Dr. Dodick and request an appointment with him here.
  • You can follow Dr. Dodick on Twitter @daviddodick.
  • Carla wrote a powerful story about her concussion recovery journey in 2016 for Chatelaine. You can read it here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

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  • You can learn more about Dr. Dodick and request an appointment with him here.
  • You can follow Dr. Dodick on Twitter @daviddodick.
  • Carla wrote a powerful story about her concussion recovery journey in 2016 for Chatelaine. You can read it here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

    ]]>     E2: Physical Symptoms of Concussion Pt. 1 w/ Dr. David Dodick and Carla Ciccone Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:15:12 Dr. David Dodick, Director of the Sports Neurology and Concussion Program at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, and, join us for a two-part series on the physical symptoms of concussion. In part one, Dr. Dodick explains why concussion patients can suffer from headaches, dizziness, and nausea and how he treats headache patients. Toronto-based freelance writer Carla Ciccone shares how her concussion symptoms affected her physical and mental health. Dr. David Dodick, Director of the Sports Neurology and Concussion Program at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, and, join us for a two-part series on the physical symptoms of concussion. In part one, Dr. Dodick explains why concussion patients can suffer from headaches, dizziness, and nausea and how he treats headache patients. Toronto-based freelance writer Carla Ciccone shares how her concussion symptoms affected her physical and mental health. concussion recovery, concussions, post-concussion syndrome, post concussion, concussion rehab, post concussion recovery, concussion, head injury, brain injury, post-concussion, pcs false full 2     b18c3d3d-c0b2-4f4d-8432-bd570a406aa0 E1: Concussion 101 w/ Dr. Robert Cantu and George Abunaw
  • Dr. Cantu sees patients at the Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center in Concord, Massachusetts. You can learn more about the Center and how to schedule an appointment here.
  • Watch George Abunaw’s #ConcussionHope video here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

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  • Dr. Cantu sees patients at the Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center in Concord, Massachusetts. You can learn more about the Center and how to schedule an appointment here.
  • Watch George Abunaw’s #ConcussionHope video here.
  • Learn more about the basics of concussion on CLF’s website here.
  • If you or a loved one need additional support, resources, and treatment options for concussion, reach out to the CLF HelpLine here.

    • The Concussion Legacy Foundation is a non-profit organization that relies on generosity of our donors. If you’d like to donate to CLF, you can do so here.

    ]]>     E1: Concussion 101 w/ Dr. Robert Cantu and George Abunaw Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:24:58 CLF co-founder and medical director Dr. Robert Cantu, one of the world’s leading experts on concussion, joins us to explain what is happening inside the brain during a concussion (2:40), what to do after you think you suffered a concussion (7:15), and busts some common myths about concussion (17:00-22:00). Former Boston University soccer player George Abunaw also shares his experience recovering from a concussion his sophomore year at BU and offers advice and hope for those currently in recovery. CLF co-founder and medical director Dr. Robert Cantu, one of the world’s leading experts on concussion, joins us to explain what is happening inside the brain during a concussion (2:40), what to do after you think you suffered a concussion (7:15), and busts some common myths about concussion (17:00-22:00). Former Boston University soccer player George Abunaw also shares his experience recovering from a concussion his sophomore year at BU and offers advice and hope for those currently in recovery. concussion recovery, concussions, post-concussion syndrome, post concussion, concussion rehab, concussion, head injury, post concussion syndrome, brain injury, post-concussion false full 1     2290df59-0df4-4cf3-a3eb-a008aa02e3a8 Concussion Game Plan Trailer Check out the trailer for Concussion Game Plan, a podcast from the Concussion Legacy Foundation! Concussion Game Plan is designed to take concussion patients and their families through every aspect of the injury so they know what to expect, what kind of care to seek out, and most importantly, that they aren't alone.

    The first four episodes of Concussion Game Plan will be released on Tuesday, March 1st and the next four episodes will be released on Tuesday, March 15th.

    ]]>     Tue, 22 Feb 2022 15:43:24 +0000 info@concussionfoundation.org (Concussion Legacy Foundation) https://concussion-game-plan.simplecast.com/episodes/concussion-game-plan-trailer-v7pcKAx1 Check out the trailer for Concussion Game Plan, a podcast from the Concussion Legacy Foundation! Concussion Game Plan is designed to take concussion patients and their families through every aspect of the injury so they know what to expect, what kind of care to seek out, and most importantly, that they aren't alone.

    The first four episodes of Concussion Game Plan will be released on Tuesday, March 1st and the next four episodes will be released on Tuesday, March 15th.

    ]]>     Concussion Game Plan Trailer Concussion Legacy Foundation 00:02:00 Check out the trailer for Concussion Game Plan, a podcast from the Concussion Legacy Foundation! Concussion Game Plan is designed to take concussion patients and their families through every aspect of the injury so they know what to expect, what kind of care to seek out, and most importantly, that they aren't alone. The first four episodes of Concussion Game Plan will be released on Tuesday, March 1st and the next four episodes will be released on Tuesday, March 15th. Check out the trailer for Concussion Game Plan, a podcast from the Concussion Legacy Foundation! Concussion Game Plan is designed to take concussion patients and their families through every aspect of the injury so they know what to expect, what kind of care to seek out, and most importantly, that they aren't alone. The first four episodes of Concussion Game Plan will be released on Tuesday, March 1st and the next four episodes will be released on Tuesday, March 15th. concussion recovery, concussions, post concussion, concussion rehab, concussion, head injury, post concussion syndrome, brain injury false trailer