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Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery Podcast

Ayla Wolf, DAOM
Concussion
Concussions
Concussion Recovery
Acupuncture
Photobiomodulation
Brain Injuries
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Dysautonomia
Traumatic Brain Injury
Cervical Instability
Functional Neurology
Neck Strengthening
NECK Injuries
Post-Traumatic Headaches
Red Light Therapy
Brain Injury
Neuropathic Pain
Neuroscience
Neuroplasticity
Post-Traumatic Headache

Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery Podcast. This podcast is the go-to podcast for actionable information to help people recover from concussions, brain injuries, and post-concussion syndrome. Dr. Ayla Wolf does a deep dive in discussing symptoms, testing methods, treatment options, and resources to help people troubleshoot where they feel stuck in their recovery. The podcast brings you int... more

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Latest Episodes

Your eyes can be the bottleneck in concussion recovery, and they can also be the missing piece when someone still has headaches years later despite doing “all the right things.” We sit down with Dr. Melissa Biscardi to unpack her PhD work on eye move... more

What if we could objectively measure how the brain is functioning after a concussion—in just six minutes? Concussion and post-concussion syndrome can affect attention, cognitive processing, reaction time, and brain function even when conventional ima... more

A brain injury can change far more than memory, balance, headaches, or cognition. It can change your career, your relationships, your independence—and sometimes your entire sense of who you are.

In this episode of Life After Impact, I sit down with ... more

Have we become so focused on what a treatment can do that we've stopped asking who it should—and shouldn't—be used on?

Why do some people seem to tolerate almost anything, while others react strongly to medications, supplements, foods, sensory stimu... more

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Ryan D'Arcy
Co-founder, president, and chief scientific officer of HealthTech Connex
HealthTech Connex
Episode: Can We Measure Concussion Recovery? Brain Vital Signs, NeuroCatch & Neuroplasticity with Dr. Ryan D'Arcy | E76
Jamie Arber
Licensed Professional Counselor; Certified Brain Injury Specialist; Executive Director of the Supported Living Group in Connecticut
Supported Living Group
Episode: When Brain Injury Changes Who You Are: Grief, Identity & Finding Purpose Again | E75
Dr. Sanjay Manchanda
Neuroscience researcher and clinician focusing on QEEG, neurofeedback, and photobiomodulation
NeuroMatrix (NeuroMatrix.health)
Episode: Calm Your Brain After Concussion with Dr. Sanjay Manchanda | E68
Cynthia Stein
Physical therapist and Nasal Release Technique instructor
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Episode: Nasal Release Technique for Post-Concussion Headaches, Brain Fog, and Sleep | E64
Jordan J. Adams
Founder and CEO of United Fight Alliance; Emmy Award-winning commentator; recognized voice in combat sports
United Fight Alliance
Episode: Fighters Are Still Falling Through the Cracks After Concussion - With Jordan Jay Adams (Part 1) | E62
Dr. Matt Antonucci
Guest expert discussing the NERD model and functional neurology
Carrick Institute / Frontiers paper author
Episode: Functional Neurology Explains Why Concussion Symptoms Spiral with Dr. Matt Antonucci | E61
Bre Hibbs
Inner space techniques regression therapist; somatic bodywork practitioner
Episode: The Hidden Imprints of Trauma in the Body and Nervous System | E60
Ashkan Jalili
Chiropractor specializing in neurology and founder of CereFlex AM PM
CereFlex Labs
Episode: The Right Kind of Fuel for Daytime Energy and Masterful Sleep with Dr. Ashkan Jalili | E59
Nate Keiser
Guest clinician discussing acupuncture and neurology integration
Chelsea, Michigan clinic
Episode: Measuring Brain Blood Flow and CO2 in Real Time—Why This Changes Concussion Recovery with Dr. Nate Keiser (Part 2) | E58

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Dr. Ayla Wolf
Host of Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Exceptional Clinical Expertise in Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Care

    Ayla is one of the leading acupuncturists in the field of concussion and traumatic brain injury care. I have been studying her material for several years, and it has profoundly expanded both my clinical reasoning and treatment approach. What sets Ayla apart is her ability to integrate a strong Western medical understanding of brain injury with comprehensive diagnostic and treatment strategies rooted in acupuncture and integrative medicine.

    Her lectures are exceptionally detailed and information... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kamran Nahidi
    United States3 months ago
  • A must-listen

    I’m fortunate enough to have met Ayla and watch her treatments but also to learn from her. Her knowledge and commitment is unparalleled. She has studied the brain and functional neurology at the highest levels and through her studies and experience with Chinese medicine and acupuncture, parlayed that into a knowledge of healing- which is unique and special. The researchers and academicians are not always good doctors. Pair that with her own concussion history as a patient and you have a special ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Banarnar2000
    United States3 months ago
  • Incredible Resource

    The information contained in these podcasts is priceless. Couldn’t recommend enough.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJT7787
    United States4 months ago
  • Worth every minute!

    Thank you for taking the time to share your deep wisdom around neuromodulation and brain healing via acupuncture and TCM. I will eagerly listen in! I have already shared with several patients and look forward to sharing more. Grateful for your voice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kpbealeader
    United States2 years ago
  • Fun and interesting!

    I genuinely love and value the education that I’m learning in this podcast! Fortunately I have not suffered with concussions or their symptoms, but know many people who have and am excited to share this tool with them! I also feel prepared now in the sense that I have gained a background in knowing how to proceed if my children experience a concussion as they enter into sports. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hrtm54762
    United States2 years ago

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listeners praise the show for deep clinical expertise and practical, actionable concussion guidance.
audiences value the integration of Western medicine with functional neurology and integrative approaches.
guests and host are repeatedly described as knowledgeable, accessible, and helpful for both patients and clinicians.

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When Brain Injury Changes Who You Are: Grief, Identity & Finding Purpose Again | E75
Q: What inspired you to launch Neurospark Counseling, and how does it complement the Supported Living Group?
The gaps in brain injury-specific counseling and the limits of waiver-based services inspired me to create Neurospark Counseling to fill those needs for survivors and families, offering more tailored, trauma-informed support beyond traditional therapy.
When Brain Injury Changes Who You Are: Grief, Identity & Finding Purpose Again | E75
Q: What are the biggest challenges for families and survivors in your program?
Disconnection and the struggle for continuity in care are major issues, as many injuries require 24-7 support and families carry guilt over not being able to care for their loved ones, while navigating complex waiver and funding landscapes and the risk of inappropriate waivers that can derail progress.
When Brain Injury Changes Who You Are: Grief, Identity & Finding Purpose Again | E75
Q: How many people are in your program and do you have a long waiting list?
There are over 100 individuals in the Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program or private-pay care, but the state has an eight-year wait list for the waiver, with only around 700 slots total, making access a long ongoing challenge for families.
Calm Your Brain After Concussion with Dr. Sanjay Manchanda | E68
Q: What kind of evidence or studies are you planning to demonstrate the effectiveness of your approach?
We have ongoing meditation studies and neurofeedback correlations, with plans to publish results showing changes in brain activity, such as increased gamma and improved alpha balance, and we expect to conduct more rigorous pre- and post-studies using QEEG data.
Calm Your Brain After Concussion with Dr. Sanjay Manchanda | E68
Q: What makes your photobiomodulation headset different from other devices?
The headset combines multiple wavelengths of infrared light with programmable pulse frequencies and can be customized per brain using QEEG analysis, enabling targeted stimulation and a potential for ongoing, personalized brain health improvement.

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This show focuses on actionable concussion and brain-injury recovery, blending clinical neuroscience with practical, patient-facing strategies. Episodes frequently feature clinicians, researchers, therapists, athletes, and entrepreneurs who share diagnostic ideas, treatment approaches, lifestyle tweaks, and real-world recovery stories. A standout aspect is the integration of functional neurology concepts with hands-on tools, from targeted therapies to nutrition, sleep optimization, and autonomic and metabolic support. Listeners can expect deep dives into mechanisms, symptom management, and accessible steps to move recovery forward, often with concrete takeaways and resources for finding specialized practitioners. The host's medical backgrou... more

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