May 2, 2025 by Steve Kerschke, PT
From elite athletes to everyday wellness enthusiasts, people are turning to methods like heat therapy, cold exposure, and red-light therapy to feel better, recover faster, and function at a higher […]
February 16, 2025 by Steve Kerschke, PT
For many, a concussion is a temporary setback, with symptoms resolving within weeks. However, some individuals experience lingering effects far beyond the expected recovery period. This condition, known as Post-Concussion […]
February 1, 2025 by Steve Kerschke, PT
Recovery from a concussion is a highly individualized process influenced by medical history, demographic factors, and the environment. While some recover quickly, others face prolonged challenges. Understanding the factors that […]
January 25, 2025 by Steve Kerschke, PT
A single bump or jolt to the head can disrupt the brain’s delicate balance, leading to what’s often referred to as a ‘mild’ traumatic brain injury—a concussion. But there’s nothing […]
January 20, 2025 by Steve Kerschke, PT
Concussions, a common form of mild traumatic brain injury, often result from falls, sports, or car accidents. Despite being considered “mild,” they can cause lasting cognitive, physical, and emotional issues, […]
December 20, 2024 by Steve Kerschke, PT
In mental health and brain injury rehabilitation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers hope and transformation, particularly when recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Rooted in the understanding that our […]
December 5, 2024 by Steve Kerschke, PT
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) occurs when external trauma, such as accidents, falls, or sports injuries, damages the brain. TBI can range from mild (like a concussion) to severe, often leading […]
September 17, 2024 by Steve Kerschke, PT
Parenting Fail Just the other night, my boys were glued to the TV watching the NBA playoffs. Their team, the Memphis Grizzlies, was facing off against Lebron James and the […]
July 27, 2023 by Steve Kerschke, PT
Interdisciplinary Approach A catastrophic injury, like a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury is a life-altering event that impacts an individual’s physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities. The road to recovery […]
April 28, 2023 by Steve Kerschke, PT
Learning After a Traumatic Brain Injury Previously, we discussed the distinction between implicit and explicit learning and how this translates into building effective rehabilitation programs. As we know, explicit learning […]