The Concast

Episode #6 of my podcast on burnout is one of my listened to episodes.  120+ episodes, and 3 years later,  I see burnout quite differently than I did back then.  During this episode I share some updated views and tools that helped me over the past 3+ years.  What has helped you avoid burnout? Comment below.

During this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark Young.  Mark is a Fitness Professional and online coach from Hamilton, Ontario in Canada.  During this conversation Mark and I discussed his career as an online coach and what he learned working in the field of bariatric medicine.  We also talked about how Mark’s life has changed since having an unexpected response to an otherwise routi...

During this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Susan Shipton.  Susan is a Massage Therapist and educator with a private practice in Toronto, Ontario in Canada.  Throughout this episode Susan and I discussed the topic of Breast Cancer.  Susan outlined how to provide during the various stages of cancer. She also discussed in detail the side affects of Breast Cancer treatment including lymp...

During this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Demetry Assimakopolous.  Demetry is a chiropractor and educator from Toronto, Ontario in Canada.  Throughout this episode Demetry and I discussed all aspects of chronic pain.  Demetry explains the importance of collaborative care, the various reasons people may feels symptoms and the importance of looking for meaning while trying to navi...

During this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Tara Dinyer  Tara is a personal trainer, entrepreneur, educator and professor of Health, Wellness & Fitness in Hamilton, Ontario Canada.  Throughout this episode Tara and I discussed her career, as well as different aspects of the fitness industry. From business and collaboration to social media we covered it all. Whether you work in hea...

During this episode, I the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Scott Howitt. Scott is Sports Chiropractor, professor at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and therapist for the Canadian Men’s National Soccer Program. Throughout this episode Scott and I discussed his career, what it’s like working at the national level and how to get a job in professional sportsThe is a great conversation for any...

During this episode, I discuss bunions. A common source of big toe and foot pain, bunions are very common, more so in women. Through the episode I discuss what a bunion is, and common treatment strategies used today. What has helped you manage your bunions?

During this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Robert Libbey. Robert is an educator, researcher and Massage Therapist from New Westminster, British Colombia, Canada. During this conversation we discussed Robert’s interest in research, context in a clinical appointment, business and his own experiences dealing with a major injury. As alway it’s a honer to speak to people in the field. You...

During this episode, I had the pleasure of having my first returning guest, Steve Ferrell. Steve is a yoga instructor, meditation facilitator and therapeutic counsellor from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. During this conversation we discussed many aspects of philosophy and life. I always value Steve’s perspective, and hope that you enjoy this episode as much as I did creating it. How do you determine...

During this episode, I discuss how I see the workout flow of an appointment for someone that has suffered from a concussion. I’ve always learned a great deal from other therapists, who explain their work flows, processes and clinical reasoning. I hope in sharing this information, it offers some people value as a partitioner, or someone who may be struggling with symptoms from a concussion. What do...

During this episode, I talk about mistakes I’ve made throughout my career and how I’ve learned from them. From not taking care of myself, to sacrificing personal relationships I’ve done it all. I hope this episode shines a light onto the journey we often have in life, in both work and life in general Is there a circumstance you’ve been meaning to change and been putting off? Comment below.

Screen time and concussions is a popular topic. Everyday someone asks me whether or not they should be using screens post-concussion and if so, how, and for how long. Most of my responses are “as tolerated”. Let your symptoms be your guide and take a lot of rest. Today’s episode I outline a study that tried to quantify screen time use early, in the healing phase and relate it to person outcomes. D...

During this episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Justin Bannister. Justin is Canadian Certified mental health counsellor from New Brunswick, with a special interest in men’s health, infertility and helping those who have suffered concussions. During this episode we discussed all aspects of mental health, the stigma around mental health and how to improve mental health resources in the commu...

Difficult cases can be well, frankly, difficult. During this week’s episode I give my perspective on how I navigate complex symptom presentations. From formal and informal research, to resources and referrals I try and cover it all. What has helped you help others navigate difficult cases? Comment below.

The NFL has found themselves in hot water yet again following the injury of Miami Dolphins quarterback, Tau Tagovailoa. The incident has brought into question NFL player safety, concussions in football and the potential long term ramifications of playing the sport. During this episode I talk about it. *Episode Resources* Episode #115 An update on CTE - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-con...

Look I got burned….So this week I have to talk about it.

A recent paper was published last month by Nowinski et al. applying the Bradford Hill Criteria to the subject of CTE. CTE is neurological disease people can suffer as a results of many concussions over a life time, or a history of playing contact sports. Repetitive head impacts have become a hot topic of discussion. Until now there hasn’t been research that has proven a cause and effect relationsh...

The Canadian Centre for Substance Abuse has updated alcohol consumption guidelines. This is the first time these guidelines have been updated in over a decade. With more evidence and understanding of alcohol, new recommendations and guidelines have been suggested. This I imagine will start a variety of conversations around alcohol use, messaging and marketing. I discuss the most recently updated g...

During this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Albert Taylor. Dr. Taylor retired from the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario, Canada, where he taught courses on healthy aging and the physiology of aging. During his career, he has published more than 400 research and professional articles and made over 500 presentations in more than 100 countries. Dr. Taylor also served a...

During this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Tyler Quennell. Tyler is an Athletic Therapist ,and former Massage Therapist, from just outside of Toronto, Ontario in Canada. Tyler currently serves as a faculty member, in Sheridan College’s Athletic Therapy Program, as well as the assistant Athletic Therapist for the Toronto Rock Lacrosse in the NLL. Tyler has also served as past president...

I recently wrote a blog post about the nuances of communication and support for those that have suffered a brain injury. I came research by Togher in 2012, that discussed the importance a supportive partner can play in the recovery process. The paper outlines aspect of collaborative vs. Non-collaborative communication. During this episode I review the paper and how I believe it will change my prac...

This past week I got bit by a tick after hiking in the trails. I didn’t understand the potential complications with tick bites ,until I reached out to healthcare colleagues and started researching tick bites. During this episode I review the circumstances surrounding the bite, and the advice I have been given up until this point. Tick bites are no joke and should be handled in a timely manner. Tha...

During this week’s episode, I discuss the things I’ve learned after 15 years of co-operating a multi disciplinary clinic. When I first started in business I was 25 years old. I had no idea what I was doing but I took a chance on myself. Now 15 years later, and through many mistakes, I feel as though I’ve learned a thing or two. During this conversation, I hope to share things with you that you can...

During this week’s episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Jonathan Clow. Jonathan is a chiropractor with a general practice in Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada. During this episode we chat about the evolution of his career, from buying a practice on the West Coast of Canada, then moving to a completely different community, starting over and building a clinic from scratch. This is a great episod...

During this week’s episode I discuss dystonia. Dystonia is a neuro metabolic movement disorder where a person can experience pain, extreme spasm and holding patterns in one or multiple areas of the body. Often inherited this can be very uncomfortable to live with. Throughout this episode I discuss how dystonia is classified, the concept of spasm and rigidity and the common disorders dystonia is of...