Navigating Concussions: The Role of Vestibular-Ocular Rehabilitation with Dr. Becky Bliss

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In today's episode of Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast, we are honoured to welcome Clinical Associate Professor Rebecca Bliss. Dr. Bliss is affiliated with the Department of Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Science, and Athletic Training at the University of Kansas Medical Centre. She is board certified in neurological physical therapy and has achieved advanced competency in Vestibular Rehabilitation through the American Physical Therapy Association. Additionally, Dr. Bliss has authored numerous journal articles and has received multiple awards and grants for her research, presentations, and initiatives related to physical therapy and concussions.

- Introduction

- How Dr Bliss Studies in the world of Concussion (5:45)

- Changes in Concussion Education Over Time (8:39)

- Challenges in Treating Different Demographics (11:35)

- Rehabilitation of Concussion in Paediatric Population (15:53)

- What is vestibular-ocular reflex (20:25)

- Uncoupling the Main Symptoms and Aspects of Concussion (28:06)

- Dr Bliss mTBI Courses (36:00)

- Cognitive Rehabilitation in Blast Injury (38:50)

- ACL Rehab, Concussion Cross-Over and Reaction Times (45:10)

Twitter/X: @BBlissDPT

Experienced Clinical Decision-Making in Physical Therapist Management of Concussion: A Qualitative Study: https://academic.oup.com/ptj/article/104/5/pzae027/7612759

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