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Clinical Naturopath - Concussion - Post Concussion Syndrome - Healing at any stage

03/03/2026

The human hippocampus produces new neurons throughout life, this process is called neurogenesis. Previously it was thought that this process plummeted after middle age, however it has now been shown that neurons continue to produce at a fairly even rate throughout life.

So what is the key? 🔑

Maintaining brain health - and therefore systemic health of all tissues. Reducing inflammatory processes and providing the right conditions for healthy neuronal synthesis.

We have an opportunity to maximise healthy brain cell turnover PREINJURY, at the time of INJURY and at any point POST-INJURY. Because the body is always working to heal itself, the moment we support it and give it the parameters it needs to thrive means that we positively influence outcomes.

01/03/2026

Here’s what I wish everyone knew about concussion injuries…

Your gut is actively involved when it comes to head trauma.

A concussion doesn’t just affect the brain. It impacts the entire nervous system and your gut is directly connected through the gut–brain axis.

Head impacts can actually change the microbiome.
They can alter the balance of gut bacteria, increase inflammation, and disrupt the communication between the brain and the digestive system.

After a head injury, we often see:
• Digestive changes
• Increased inflammation
• Heightened anxiety
• Food sensitivities
• Slower recovery

When we ignore the gut, we miss a crucial piece of the healing puzzle.

Supporting concussion recovery means looking beyond “rest and wait it out.” It means addressing the whole system - brain, gut and nervous system.

It’s time to change the game on concussion care.

27/02/2026

As footy season kicks off, watching my two footy-loving boys chase the ball around the backyard reminds me why this work matters so much.

We must do better.

Better education.
Better prevention.
Better management.
Better recovery support.

For the next generation who love their sport.
For the kids who just want to get back out there.
For the athletes currently suffering.
For those still living with the aftermath of injuries from years gone by.

“Wait it out” isn’t good enough.
Every brain is different. Every concussion is different. Every recovery should be too.

It’s time to change the game on concussion.

24/02/2026

“Just wait it out.”

If you’ve had a concussion, you’ve probably heard it. And it’s not good enough.

At The Concussion Naturopath, we believe it’s time to change the game.

🧠 “Wait it out” protocols don’t work.
🧠 No two brains are the same.
🧠 Your healing should be individual.

If you’re still dealing with symptoms, please know -there is more that can be done.

You deserve real support, not just time.

22/02/2026

As a clinical Naturopath, I’m dedicated to your whole health

When it comes to concussion and the many post-concussive symptoms that can linger for months… or even years… you deserve more than “just wait it out.”

Symptoms can evolve over time. They can show up in ways you don’t expect. And they can impact everything from your energy and mood to your sleep, hormones, digestion and cognition.

You are not imagining it.
And you are not stuck.

Through personalised, evidence-informed naturopathic care, I help you navigate a more healthful path forward - supporting your nervous system, reducing inflammation, replenishing nutrients and guiding your body back toward balance.

Healing is possible. And you don’t have to do it alone.

✨ Ready to feel like yourself again? Let’s begin.

20/02/2026

People with concussion injuries or multiple head traumas are constantly telling me the same thing…

“There’s a disconnect between what I’m being told… and how I actually feel.”

They’re told:
✔️ “You’re fine.”
✔️ “Your scans are clear.”
✔️ “It’s probably stress.”
✔️ “Just give it time.”

But they’re living with:
– Brain fog
– Fatigue that doesn’t lift
– Mood swings
– Poor sleep
– Headaches
– Hormonal shifts
– Digestive changes

Just because your MRI is clear doesn’t mean your brain is functioning optimally.

Concussion isn’t just structural. It’s metabolic. It’s inflammatory. It’s physiological.

And when your symptoms don’t match the reassurance you’re given, it can make you doubt yourself.

You’re not imagining it.
You’re not weak.
You’re not “just anxious.”

There is a reason you feel the way you do.
And there is support available.

You deserve more than “wait it out.”

18/02/2026

Just because you’re getting through the day
doesn’t mean you’re healed.

If you’re living with:
• brain fog
• crushing fatigue
• mood swings
• poor sleep
• hormone chaos

After a head injury, that’s not “just stress.”
And it’s not something you have to accept.

You were told to rest.
You were told it would pass.
You were told there’s nothing more to do.

But there is.

Targeted support for your brain.
Regulation for your nervous system.
Real strategies to help you feel like YOU again.

“Fine” isn’t the goal.
Feeling well is.

17/02/2026

Concussion symptoms don’t always show up straight away.

After a head impact, symptoms can appear hours, days, weeks or even months later. And they don’t always look the way you expect them to.

It can show up as:
• Sleep disturbances
• Poor concentration
• Mood shifts
• Digestive issues
• Disruptions to menstruation

These symptoms are real. They’re not “just stress.” They’re not “in your head.”

Concussion isn’t psychological, it’s physiological.

If you’ve had a head impact and things haven’t felt right since, your body deserves to be taken seriously

15/02/2026

👋 Hi, I’m Louise - The Concussion Naturopath.

Matcha lover. Mother of 3. Pilates princess in training.
I’ve watched every episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race… twice.
Dorothy is my favourite from The Golden Girls.
I was a shift manager at Macca’s at 16.
And yes… I once played an after-dinner mint in a school musical.

But here’s the part that really matters.

I once had a headache for two years.
No answers. No help. No explanation.

Years later I was diagnosed with MS. Later again, Hashimoto’s.
Back then, I didn’t even know what a naturopath was, but I sure wish I did.

Looking back, I’m pretty convinced the root cause was constant, chronic burnout… with a generous side of Epstein Barr.

My story is why I do this work.
Because being told “everything looks normal” when you feel anything but normal is not the end of the story.

There is always a reason.
And there is always a way forward 🤍

11/02/2026

It doesn’t matter whether you have one symptom or twenty after a head injury.

What matters is this: if you’ve had a head impact, your brain has experienced trauma. And that needs to be taken seriously.

Symptoms don’t always show up immediately. They can evolve over days, weeks, or even months as the true impact on the brain unfolds. Just because you “felt fine” at first doesn’t mean everything is fine.

Your brain is not something to push through for.
It’s not something to ignore.
And it’s not something to guess your way through.

If you’ve experienced a head knock, listen to your body and get the right support early. The sooner you understand what’s happening, the better your recovery can be.

You only get one brain.

10/02/2026

Debilitating symptoms can really bring you down.
But sometimes, hidden within that experience, there’s a quiet silver lining.

It can become the moment that invites you to live more fully.
To realign with what actually matters.
To step away from constant hustling.
To build habits that support your health for life.

To stop pushing harder and instead slow down, listen, and find flow.

08/02/2026

Did you know post-concussion syndrome can show up in ways you’d never expect? 🤯

It’s often mistaken for other issues because the symptoms list is loooong. Here are some of the more common ones 👇

🤯 Migraines
💩 Digestive issues
🛌 Sleep problems
😵‍💫 Poor judgement & decision-making
😒 Mental health changes
⚖️ Hormonal imbalances (including lowered testosterone)
🥵 Reduced tolerance to stress
🍆 Altered or loss of sexual function

Concussion isn’t just a head injury, it’s a whole-body, systemic disruption.
If this list feels uncomfortably familiar, it might be time to look deeper 💭

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