Shows
Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery PodcastAs the World Turns: Navigating Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) | E28Send us a textNavigating the complex world of inner ear disorders, Dr. Ayla Wolf and Sophia Bouwens discuss the mechanics and causes of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) and what contributes to re-occurring BPPV.• Difference between true vertigo and general dizziness • How the semicircular canals and otolithic organs in our inner ear detect all head movements• Infrared goggles essential for accurate BPPV diagnosis • Vitamin D, calcium, magnesium and B vitamin deficiencies linked to recurring BPPV• Thyroid disorders, hormonal fluctuations, and certain antibiotics can trigger vestibular problems• COVID infections associated with increased...
2025-07-2934 min
Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery PodcastBeyond Tachycardia: The Misunderstood World of POTS | E25Send us a textDr. Ayla Wolf and Sophia Bouwens dive deep into the complexities of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), explaining how this autonomic dysfunction manifests and why proper diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment. Dr. Wolf breaks down the different subtypes, testing methods, and treatment approaches while emphasizing the importance of looking beyond symptoms to find root causes.• Different subtypes include hyperadrenergic POTS, hypovolemic POTS, and POTS with mast cell activation• Approximately 70% of POTS cases occur in females between ages 15-45• Many POTS patients have interoception issues, feeling disconnected from bodily...
2025-07-0845 minLife After Impact: The Concussion Recovery PodcastEight Less Headache Days a Month? An Inside Look into Our Concussion Research | E5Send us a textOur latest episode provides an inside look into a pilot study Sophia Bouwens and Ayla Wolf were both personally involved in on acupuncture's effect on post-traumatic headaches, revealing significant improvements for participants. We discuss the necessity of research-driven therapies, the importance of patient-provider communication, and future opportunities for tailored headache treatments. • Introduction to Life After Impact podcast • Overview of the pilot study investigating acupuncture for post-traumatic headaches• Examination of study results and satisfaction levels • Discussion of treatment frequency and patient experiences • Call for expanded research and individualized treatment appr...
2025-02-1022 minLife After Impact: The Concussion Recovery PodcastPost-Concussion Syndrome: Seeing the Big Picture of Concussion Recovery | E1Send us a textSophia Bouwens and Dr. Ayla Wolf DAOM discuss their new podcast, "Life After Impact: The Concussion Recovery Podcast" focusing on concussions and brain injuries. Dr. Wolf shares information on her soon-to-be-published book, which includes a 48-question questionnaire to categorize symptoms into eight meaningful categories, such as post-traumatic headaches, cognitive symptoms, vestibular disorders, and visual or oculomotor dysfunction. They emphasize the importance of comprehensive testing and individualized treatment plans. Sophia discusses how her background in neuroscience and acupuncture helped improve outcomes with her own brain injury recovery. Dr. Wolf describes her experiencing with multiple s...
2025-01-1445 min
Science & Magic with AmandaSeasonal Living & Body Brilliance w/ Sophia BouwensIn the first episode of the Science & Magic Podcast, I have a conversation with Sophia Bouwens about how she infuses her neuroscience education into her acupuncture practice, different ways to approach the summer and winter seasons, and her miraculous recovery from a traumatic brain injury that was a result of a near fatal car accident years ago. This conversation centers around the intelligence of the body, the potency of gratitude, and the power of syncing with earth cycles. Sophia is a neuroscientist, acupuncturist, mother of three, and brain injury survivor. CONNECT WITH SOPHIA:Email: sophia@heal...
2021-09-1348 min