Neuroimaging from functional MRIs gives us powerful insights into what happens to the brain after a traumatic head injury. By reactivating brain pathways, patients can see remarkable recovery from the lingering symptoms of a concussion or stroke in as little as a few weeks. Discover the leading best occupational therapy practices in brain recovery. Nate Pope is a neurological occupational therapist and the founder and clinical director of NCX Brain Recovery. Learn more and schedule a free consultation at https://www.ncxbrainrecovery.com/. In this episode: * The many (many) ways people can hurt their heads * When to worry about concussion symptoms * How not to treat a traumatic brain injury * The limitations of traditional insurance in brain recovery * What functional MRIs show us about brain injuries * Building a program to reactive brain pathways * Why recovery often feels worse before it gets better * Advice for anyone looking to sharpen their brain Connect with us at SuenoLabs.com. We're currently looking for contributors and podcast guests! This episode is brought to you in part by Auphonic [https://auphonic.com/].