45. Uncovering your Personal Path to Recovery (with Dr Molly Parker)

While each brain injury is unique, there are things we can do to treat it - as you find what works on your personal path of recovery. Dr. Molly Parker shares her personal concussion experience, including advice for work/life/symptom balance, routine, and boundaries. Then, we dive into the different types/sub-types of concussions, understanding your individual symptom profile, how to find the right provider, and more!

0:00 Intro

2:30 Announcements from Cristabelle

8:00 Introducing Dr. Molly

11:20 Work-Life-Symptom Balance

15:58 Routine & Boundaries

17:30 Uniqueness of Each Injury

20:00 Need for Comprehensive Care

22:00 Finding the Right Provider

25:45 Different Types/Sub-Types of Concussions

31:45 It’s Treatable

35:00 The Invisible Side

39:15 What works for YOU?

Connect with Dr. Molly at @mollyparkerpt or concussioncompass.com

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This podcast is for education and informational purposes only, and not intended for medical advice. If you need specific medical advice, please consult your physician.

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