Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions
At Shane Smith Law, our dedicated team of skilled attorneys specializes in Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs), Concussions, and the long-term repercussions of head injuries. We are committed to empowering individuals who grapple with these injuries by providing valuable insights into their conditions. If you're eager to gain a deeper understanding, stay connected with us! #Tbituesday #headinjury #concussion #braininjury
Neuroacoustic Technology for Brain Recovery, Better Sleep & Mental Performance
Can sound-based technology help improve sleep, focus, and brain performance after an injury? In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, welcomes Tony Crescenzo back to discuss Peak Neuro and its approach to personalized neuroacoustic stimulation. They explore how brainwave patterns, physiological data, and individualized protocols may support relaxation, resilience, cognitive performance, and recovery for people dealing with traumatic brain injuries, post-concussion symptoms, and ongoing challenges with sleep and concentration.
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New Spinal Surgery Combines Nerve Stimulation to Reduce Chronic Back Pain
Can combining spinal fusion surgery with targeted nerve stimulation help patients find lasting relief from chronic back and leg pain? In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, continues her conversation with Dr. Nameer Haider, Chief Innovation Officer at CenterFuse, about an investigational procedure called eTLIF. They discuss early clinical study results showing significant reductions in back and leg pain, potential decreases in opioid use, and how this innovative approach could change the future of spinal surgery. They also explore the study's limitations, patient access, and the questions that still need to...
Still in Pain After Spinal Fusion Surgery? A Pain Specialist Explains Why
What happens when you've tried medications, physical therapy, injections, and even spinal fusion surgery, but the pain never goes away? In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, speaks with Dr. Nameer Haider, a triple board-certified physician specializing in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and pain management. They discuss why patients may continue experiencing chronic back and nerve pain after surgery, the importance of coordinated medical care, and emerging treatment approaches that may offer new options for people living with persistent pain.
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<...The Invisible Injuries After a Car Accident That Can Change Your Life
The injuries You Can’t See After a Car Accident
Not every injury after a car accident shows up on an X-ray.
Anxiety, PTSD, emotional trauma, and the effects of a traumatic brain injury can change how someone thinks, feels, sleeps, works, and interacts with the people around them.
In this episode, legal nurse consultant Kiley Como sits down with mental health experts Yissi Steinburg and Ami Feindstein to discuss the invisible side of recovery after a serious accident. They explain how emotional and psychological symptoms can de...
Brain Injury Rehabilitation: What Happens When Therapy Ends but Recovery Isn’t OVer?
What happens when brain injury rehabilitation ends, but life still feels completely different?
In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries & Concussions, Kiley Como, legal nurse consultant with Shane Smith Law, sits down with Michelle Taschereau, founder of Atlas Brain Health and a certified brain injury specialist trainer.
Together, they explore what happens after formal rehabilitation ends—from rebuilding identity and coping with grief to setting meaningful goals, developing confidence, and navigating everyday life after a brain injury.
Because recovery isn’t just about walking, talking, or r...
Can You Train Your Brain for Stress? PTSD, Brain Health & Cognitive Readiness
Is your brain ready to perform under pressure, or is it simply trying to get through the day? In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, sits down with Tony Crescenzo, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, technology executive, and co-founder of Peak Neuro, to explore brain health, PTSD, cognitive readiness, and human performance. They discuss how stress, trauma, sleep, and nervous system regulation can affect performance and recovery, and how personalized brain training approaches may help veterans, first responders, athletes, and others facing sustained pressure better understand their brains and build...
Your Brain Isn’t Broken: How Neuroplasticity Can Help Brain Injury Recovery
What if your brain isn’t actually broken after a brain injury—but responding, adapting, and changing?
In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, we explore the science and lived reality of brain injury recovery, neuroplasticity, and rebuilding life after a traumatic brain injury.
Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant with Shane Smith Law, is joined by Michelle Taschereau, founder of Atlas Brain Health and a certified brain injury specialist trainer with nearly two decades of experience in brain injury support and rehabilitation.
Together, they...
Are You Losing Yourself in Relationships? How to Set Healthy Boundaries
Have you been taking care of everyone else for so long that you've lost sight of your own needs? In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, talks with author Maryna Bilousova about people-pleasing, emotional exhaustion, unhealthy relationship patterns, and why constantly putting others first can cause you to lose yourself. They also discuss how setting healthier boundaries and reconnecting with your own needs can help you build greater emotional balance and resilience.
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High Performance Is Burning You Out: The Hidden Cost of Chronic Stress & Emotional Exhaustion
What if your drive to succeed is actually costing you your health?
You work hard, push through exhaustion, and keep telling yourself you just need more rest—but what happens when a full day off or even a vacation still leaves you feeling completely drained?
In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, sits down with Maryna Bilousova, a human dynamics specialist who works with founders, executives, and high achievers dealing with chronic pressure and burnout.
They explore the hidden pa...
Can Babies Be in Pain When Doctors Say It’s “Normal”? | Infant Discomfort & Body Tension
What if the pain or physical tension you’re pushing through is actually preventing your body from fully recovering?
In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries & Concussions, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant at Shane Smith Law, sits down with Ken Moench of Moench Method Body Works to explore pain, physical tension, and recovery—from infants who can’t tell us where they hurt to adults living with long-term physical limitations.
Ken shares his experiences working with babies who appeared unusually fussy, struggled with sleep or feeding, or reacted painfully to mov...
Pediatric Brain Injuries: What Every Parent Must Know!
Head injuries in kids are serious, and today, we’re breaking it all down. I’m Kiley Como, legal nurse consultant at Shane Smith Law, joined by Dr. Ruby from Family First Pediatrics. We’ll discuss pediatric traumatic brain injuries—how they differ from adult cases, symptoms to watch for, and the importance of early diagnosis. Stay tuned as we dive into the critical details every parent needs to know!
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How to Rewire Your Brain with Neuroplasticity | The Science Behind Brain Healing
What if your brain could literally rewire itself after trauma, burnout, anxiety, PTSD, or even chronic pain? In this fascinating interview, brain health expert Tanja shares her incredible journey from experiencing severe burnout to leading groundbreaking research in neuroplasticity and brain health innovation.
Discover how modern neurotechnology, infrared light therapy, vibration therapy, and other emerging brain-based treatments are helping people recover from traumatic brain injuries, PTSD, chronic pain, and cognitive challenges. Learn why the brain isn't fixed—and how science is proving that the right stimulation can create lasting neural pathways for better mental health an...
Brain Injury Survivor Trapped in House Fire: How a TBI Changed His Survival Response
A house fire is one of the most terrifying and unpredictable emergencies anyone can experience. But what happens when the person facing that crisis is a traumatic brain injury survivor?
In moments where most people think only about escape, survival, and getting to safety, a brain injury can affect how someone processes danger, priorities, and decision-making under extreme pressure.
Today on Mind Matters, we're joined by Jayme Severance , a traumatic brain injury survivor who previously shared his journey of recovery after suffering a severe diffuse axonal injury.
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I Was Never the Same After My Brain Injury… But It Led Me to a New Purpose | Kim Jutus Story
A life-changing brain injury can take everything you know—but for some, it also reveals a completely new mission in life.
In this episode of Mind Matters, hosted in partnership with Shane Smith Law, legal nurse consultant Kiley Como speaks with survivor Kim Jutus about her journey from devastating brain injury to advocacy, purpose, and rebuilding identity after trauma.
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She Was Sent Home Dying: How a Brain Aneurysm and Concussion Changed Her Life Forever
What if the worst pain of your life was dismissed as nothing serious?
In this powerful episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, legal nurse consultant Kiley Como sits down with brain aneurysm and concussion survivor Kim Jutus. At just 35 years old, Kim was thriving professionally, financially, and personally—until a sudden ruptured brain aneurysm changed everything.
Kim shares her incredible survival story, the warning signs that were missed, the life-threatening misdiagnosis that nearly cost her everything, and the long road of recovery that followed. Her story is a po...
I Survived Two Brain Bleeds and a Month-Long Coma | Brain Injury Survivor Advocate Story
Trevor Turner is sharing his powerful and deeply personal story of survival after what began as a simple headache turned into a life-threatening medical emergency. At a young age, he went from normal life to fighting for his life in an ambulance and spending a month in a coma after suffering two brain bleeds. In this video, Trevor opens up about his journey through intensive rehabilitation, the challenges of brain injury recovery, and how he rebuilt his identity and purpose after trauma. This is a raw and inspiring story of survival, resilience, and hope.
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Doctors Said He Might Never Wake Up. Now He's Changing Lives Through TBI Advocacy
What does it take to rebuild your life after a severe traumatic brain injury?
In this powerful episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley Como sits down with traumatic brain injury survivor, author, and advocate Jamie Severance. After a devastating car accident during his senior year of high school left him in a months-long coma with a severe diffuse axonal injury, Jamie faced extraordinary challenges including memory loss, impaired executive functioning, speech difficulties, and life-altering disabilities.
Jamie shares his remarkable recovery journey, the realities of living with an...
Living With a Traumatic Brain Injury: Tiffany's Journey of Memory Loss, Seizures, and Resilience
In this emotional episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, host Kiley Como sits down with traumatic brain injury survivor Tiffany Netter to discuss the life-changing effects her injury continues to have years after the accident. Tiffany shares how she lost much of her short-term and long-term memory, including memories of meeting and marrying her husband, raising her children, and speaking Spanish fluently. She explains the daily challenges of living with seizures, cognitive deficits, vision problems, and overwhelming fatigue.
Tiffany opens up about the difficult reality of relearning basic skills alongside her children, rebuilding relationships...
Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury: Tiffani's Journey After a Devastating Car Crash
In this episode of Mind Matters, we're diving into the personal journey of Tiffani Netter, a survivor of traumatic brain injury. Tiffani shares her powerful story of surviving a car accident, the challenges she faced in the aftermath, and the steps she took toward healing. From dealing with memory loss and seizures to the support of a service dog, Tiffani's experience sheds light on the complex reality of living with a brain injury.
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Domestic Violence & Brain Trauma: What You Need to Know
Brain injuries from domestic violence often go unnoticed, leaving survivors to navigate hidden trauma alone. Today, we’re diving deep into the intersection of trauma, domestic violence, and brain injury. If you missed our first discussion, be sure to check it out. We're unpacking the challenges survivors face—from medical misdiagnosis to legal barriers—and what can be done to support them. Let’s get into it.
From Brain Injury to Purpose: How a TBI Survivor Turned Tragedy Into a Mission
What if the crash that nearly killed you became the reason you started living with deeper purpose?
In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, legal nurse consultant Kiley Como continues his powerful conversation with Jeff Marconette Jr, an international speaker, author, and traumatic brain injury survivor.
After surviving a life-changing traumatic brain injury (TBI) at just 17 years old, Jeff transformed his experience into a mission to help others live intentionally and make every second count.
Jeff shares what life after brain injury really...
Teen In Coma for 2.5 Months After Car Crash | Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor Story
A normal day changed everything.
At just 17 years old, Jeff Marconette Jr's life took a devastating turn when a violent car crash left him with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and in a coma for two and a half months. Doctors weren’t sure if he would survive—or if he would ever recognize his family again.
In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley—legal nurse consultant with Shane Smith Law—sits down with Jeff to hear his powerful story of survival, recovery, and resilience.
90-Day Brain Rescue: Heal Your Memory & Concussion Symptoms Naturally
Can your brain really heal itself after a concussion? Today, Dr. Brody Miller shares his 90-day step-by-step Rebound Method to reduce brain fog, improve memory, and restore function—without pills or surgery.
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From Brain Injury & Seizures to PhD: How Neuroplasticity Helped Dr. Brody Miller Heal His Brain
Can the brain truly heal after a traumatic brain injury?
In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley Como from Shane Smith Law sits down with Dr. Brody Miller, a PhD researcher specializing in brain rehabilitation and neuroplasticity. After suffering a devastating brain injury that led to seizures, brain surgery, and years of debilitating symptoms like brain fog and memory loss, Dr. Miller transformed his recovery journey into groundbreaking research on how the brain can rewire and heal.
Now seizure-free and helping athletes, professionals, and concussion survivors...
From Coma to Comeback: A Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor’s Incredible Recovery Story
What happens after a traumatic brain injury when the hospital stay ends and the real recovery begins?
In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley Como from Shane Smith Law sits down with TBI survivor and author Christopher Dittrich to discuss his powerful journey of recovery after a devastating car accident at just 18 years old.
After spending weeks in a coma and months in rehabilitation, Chris had to relearn how to walk, think, and rebuild his life. Today, he shares the mindset that helped him push forward...
From Coma to Comeback: A Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor’s Incredible Recovery Story
What happens after a traumatic brain injury when the hospital stay ends and the real recovery begins?
In this episode of Mind Matters: Navigating Head Injuries and Concussions, Kiley Como from Shane Smith Law sits down with TBI survivor and author Christopher Dittrich to discuss his powerful journey of recovery after a devastating car accident at just 18 years old.
After spending weeks in a coma and months in rehabilitation, Chris had to relearn how to walk, think, and rebuild his life. Today, he shares the mindset that helped him push forward...
Vestibular Training for Concussion Recovery | Elite Performance & TBI Rehab Explained
What do elite athletes, NFL-level spins, and concussion recovery have in common? More than you think. In this episode of the Mind Matters podcast, Kiley Como sits down with vestibular expert Shelia Thelen to uncover how balance training used by professional athletes is transforming concussion and TBI rehabilitation. From inner ear function and anxiety to sleep, cognition, and fall prevention, we explore how vestibular system training can dramatically improve recovery outcomes — and even strengthen personal injury cases. If you or a loved one is navigating traumatic brain injury, post-concussion symptoms, or balance disorders, this episode connects brain science, real-life re...
Post-Concussion Dizziness? The Hidden Vestibular Damage After a Car Crash
You’ve been cleared after your car accident… but something still feels off. The dizziness. The brain fog. The balance issues. What if the real problem isn’t your neck or muscles — but your brain’s vestibular system?
In this episode of Mind Matters, Kiley Como, Legal Nurse Consultant with Shane Smith Law, sits down with Shelia Thelen, President of Vestibular Training Services, to break down how spinning-based vestibular training is helping concussion and traumatic brain injury patients regain balance, cognitive clarity, and sleep. If you’ve experienced vertigo, post-concussion syndrome, or lingering symptoms after a crash, thi...
How Neurologists Build Brain Injury Legal Cases
Ever wonder how neurologists turn thousands of medical pages into a clear story the court can understand? I’m Kiley Como, legal nurse consultant at Shane Smith Law, and in this episode of Mind Matters, Dr. Claudia Munoz breaks down her role as a medical expert in traumatic brain injury cases—what’s behind the scenes, why objectivity is key, and how attorneys can best work with experts. Let’s dive in.
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Why Brain Injuries Are Missed in Legal Cases | Neurologist Explains TBI Evidence
Brain injuries and concussions are often misunderstood — especially in legal cases where scans may look “normal.” In this Mind Matters episode, a board-certified neurologist explains why traumatic brain injury (TBI) evidence goes beyond imaging, how neurologists evaluate hidden symptoms, and why expert medical insight can change the outcome of a legal claim. If you’re dealing with a head injury case, this expert breakdown is essential.
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The Hidden Mental Health Impact After an Accident | What Police Reports Don’t Show
What if the most important part of a personal injury case isn’t the police report or the MRI—but what happens when the lights go out and the worries set in? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the first raw days and weeks after an accident, exploring the emotional fallout clients rarely talk about. Joined by a legal nurse consultant and mental health experts, we break down how early, coordinated mental health care can dramatically change both recovery outcomes and the strength of a case.
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Invisible Injuries After Car Accidents: Mental Health, Anxiety & TBI Recovery Explained
What if the most life-changing injuries after an accident aren’t visible at all? In this episode, we explore the hidden emotional and psychological effects of car accidents and traumatic brain injuries. Legal nurse consultant Kiley Como sits down with mental health experts Yissi Steinburg and Ami Feindstein to discuss anxiety, PTSD, emotional trauma, and why early mental health support is just as important as physical treatment. If you or a loved one has struggled emotionally after an accident, this conversation could help you understand the signs, get the right support, and begin true recovery.
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How MMA Data & AI Are Changing Brain Injury Prevention | Combat Sports & Concussions
What if the toughest sport on earth could help solve one of the biggest problems in brain health?
Today on Mind Matters, we’re continuing our conversation with Chris Cannon of M2MMA, diving into how combat sports are driving cutting-edge research, AI-powered data collection, and smarter protocols for concussion prevention. From athlete safety to real-world applications like car crashes and military injuries, this episode explores how innovations born in the Octagon could change the future of brain injury care for everyone.
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Can AI Make MMA Safer? Inside M2MMA’s Fight to Prevent Brain Injury
Can MMA be made safer without changing the sport we love?
On this episode of Mind Matters, host Kiley Como from Shane Smith Law sits down with Chris Cannon, General Manager of M2MMA, a combat sports league using AI and real-time data to tackle one of the biggest challenges in sports today—traumatic brain injury. From sparring protocols to cutting-edge technology, we explore how innovation could reshape fighter safety and help protect athletes for the long term.
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Life After Traumatic Brain Injury | Finding Purpose, Healing & Identity After TBI
Life-changing injuries can take everything you thought you knew about yourself—and force you to rebuild from the ground up. In this powerful Mind Matters episode, we welcome back
Michael Mashkevich as he shares his deeply personal journey through severe traumatic brain injury, long-term recovery, and redefining purpose after loss. From life-altering medical setbacks to meditation, lifestyle changes, career shifts, and advocacy, this conversation offers hope, insight, and practical wisdom for TBI survivors, caregivers, and anyone navigating life after trauma.
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Life After a Traumatic Brain Injury | Surviving a Devastating Car Accident
A Friday night drive. A split-second decision. And a life forever changed.
In today’s episode, we sit down with Michael Mashkevich, a web developer, tennis player, and coach whose world was turned upside down after a devastating car accident left him with a traumatic brain injury. From waking up in a coma to fighting through pain, memory loss, and vision challenges, Michael shares his powerful journey of survival, recovery, and rediscovering his identity. This is a story of resilience, support, and starting over after a brain injury.
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Life After Traumatic Brain Injury: Dawn’s Journey to Recovery & Rediscovery
Imagine your entire world being turned upside down by a traumatic brain injury. Recovery isn’t just about healing the body—it’s about rediscovering who you are, finding new purpose, and redefining what it means to truly live. In this episode of Mind Matters, we continue Dawn’s journey through the long road of TBI recovery, exploring breakthroughs, therapies, and the resilience it takes to come back stronger. Let’s dive in.
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Brain Injury Recovery Journey: Survivor Shares Life After Concussion
Imagine waking up one day and your life changes in an instant. Familiar routines feel confusing, and every day brings new challenges. Today on Mind Matters, we’re diving into the real-life story of Dawn, a traumatic brain injury survivor. From the shock of her injury to the perseverance, advocacy, and hope she’s found, this conversation uncovers the realities of brain injury recovery. Let’s get started.
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Brain Injury Recovery: Joe Wilson’s Inspiring Journey of Healing & Identity
Today, we continue our powerful conversation with brain injury survivor Joe Wilson as he opens up about the real, moment-by-moment experience of recovery — rebuilding identity, overcoming emotional and physical challenges, and discovering purpose after trauma. If you missed Joe’s first episode, make sure to watch it, because it sets the foundation for this incredible story of resilience and healing.
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Surviving a Coma: Joe Wilson’s Brain Injury Story
Hi everyone, Kiley Como here, and welcome to Mind Matters. Today, we’re sharing the incredible story of Joe Wilson, who survived a life-changing brain injury at just 15. From a coma to recovery, and the amazing support from his family, Joe’s journey is inspiring—and you’re about to hear it in his own words.
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