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Dr Povall, a Sydney-based physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience in neurological health and rehabilitation, holding a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Boston Universityfocusing in the recovery of both acute and persistent concussion symptoms. Dr Provall specialises in functional rehabilitation for conditions including concussion, balance and dizziness disorders, neck pain, and autonomic nervous system dysfunction.

01:00 - Journey into Physiotherapy and Concussion

02:45 - What is a concussion

03:50 - What is Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

08:00 – Signs and Symptoms of ‘POTS’

10:40 – Diagnosis

14:25 – Assessment Process

16:35 – Why is Vison Important?

18:00 – Rehabilitation Process (Return-to-Learn/Work/Play)

24:40 – Addressing Psychosocial Components

27:35 – Tolerance Nudging During Rehabilitation

30:00 – Treatments Tools Along Side Exercise Therapy

33:00 – Advice/ Misconceptions Around Concussion

35:00 – Assessing Difference Systems

37:15 - Where to Find Dr Provall

The Brain Hub: https://brainhub.com.au/drjessicapovall/

Dr Jessica Povall: https://www.drjessicapovallphysio.com

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