The Concussion Breakthrough: Missing Pieces in Recovery and Brain Healing 

Show Description: 

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September 24th, 2025

 

Concussions are far more complex than most people realize, and recovery rarely follows a straight path. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ayla Wolf, author of “The Concussion Breakthrough,” to dig into the often-missed pieces of real concussion care.

Key topics covered:

• - The hidden symptoms of concussion and why so many get overlooked, even by clinicians

• - Why “mild” traumatic brain injury can lead to anything but mild outcomes, and how terminology affects recovery approaches

• - The intersection of functional neurology, advanced clinical testing, and practical approaches that actually move the needle on healing

• - How traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture play a role in recovering brain function and managing persistent symptoms

• - Specific tools, therapies, and case studies that reveal what’s possible when you address concussion from all angles, naturally, thoroughly, and with the latest science

 

Timestamps:

00:00 Undiagnosed Concussions: Personal Story

03:05 Discovering My History of Concussions

07:23 Balance and Autonomic System Insights

12:35 Dr. Carrick's Multisensory Research Insights

14:23 Vestibular Testing With Specialized Goggles

19:08 Exploring Natural Symptom Treatment Approaches

22:22 Herbal Support for Glymphatic Health

27:25 Improving Fighter Reaction Times

28:45 Acupuncture's Impact on Brain Saccades