Nov 2025
When The Healer Becomes The Patient with Dr Cheryl Hayley
Send a textCheryl Haley, an experienced physiotherapist, shares her year-long recovery after a high-speed cycling crash, from complex pelvic fractures and rib injuries to an under-recognised concussion that reshaped her practice. Practical hospital strategies, mobility choices, c ... Show More
46m 34s
Nov 2025
Balancing Risk And Recovery In Neurotrauma Care with Andrea Christmas and Tatum Michael
Send a textWe walk through the physiotherapy approach to traumatic brain injury in ICU, from neuroprotection and ICP thresholds to respiratory care, tracheostomy weaning, and safe early mobility. A real case shows how curiosity, teamwork, and measured risk move recovery forward. ... Show More
34m 39s
Oct 2025
Acute Spinal Cord Injury with Andrea Christmas and Tatum Michael
Send a textIn today's episode on acute spinal cord injury, experienced trauma physiotherapists Andrea Christmas and Tatum Michael unpack what effective physiotherapy care looks like under pressure: how to protect a vulnerable spinal cord, keep the lungs open, and set realistic go ... Show More
43m 10s
Oct 2024
Rules of engagement: Nullifying neurotrauma
Today, we're going in depth on traumatic brain injuries. James Tytko speaks with Dawn Astle, daughter of former England striker Jeff Astle, about the finding that his death was linked to head trauma sustained during his playing career. Also, Prof Peter Hutchinson gives an overvie ... Show More
32m 35s
Feb 2024
418: Childhood Trauma - Understanding The Problem + Solutions With Dr. Marc Hauser
In this episode of Therapy Chat, host Laura interviews Dr. Marc Hauser about his book 'Vulnerable Minds: The Harm of Trauma and the Hope of Resilience'. The conversation explores childhood trauma, resilience, and the healing process. Marc Hauser shares his background in cognitive ... Show More
1h 9m
Mar 2025
BIG T Trauma Series Ep. 21: All Things TXA
Join Patrick Georgoff as he welcomes Dr. Gene Moore and Dr. Ian Roberts, two giants in trauma surgery and epidemiology, to discuss tranexamic acid (TXA) in trauma care. Dr. Moore, a legendary trauma surgeon and researcher, and Dr. Roberts, the architect of the CRASH trials, break ... Show More
49m 21s
Oct 2025
The shaky science of the Q-collar, exercise for osteoarthritis, and patient choice.
<p>This week on the podcast</p>
<p>The BMJ investigates Q-COLLAR, an American device that distributors claim can reduce brain injury from contact sports. Investigators James Smoliga and Mu Yang take us through the evidence, and former NFL punter turned US bobsled team member John ... Show More
36m 10s
Send a text In this episode we delve into the pivotal role occupational therapists play in trauma care and rehabilitation. Dr van Stormbroek sheds light on how OTs contribute to restoring not just physical function but also the overall quality of life for patients recovering from trauma. Drawing on her wealth of experience, she discusses key strategies for f ... Show More
<p>Bessel van der Kolk, legendary trauma expert and author of <a href="https://amzn.to/3pxhiHB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma</em></a> reveals a revolutionary approach to healing trauma. </p> ... Show More
