Finish Line Features | Overcoming a Traumatic Brain Injury with Shaun Astorga

02/09/2024 52 min Episodio 84
Finish Line Features | Overcoming a Traumatic Brain Injury with Shaun Astorga

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On this episode, physical therapist, Dr. Shaun Astorga and I discuss his story overcoming from a life altering brain and neck injury and how he was able to overcome the struggles of completing daily tasks to eventually running half marathons post injury. Episode Outline00:00Introduction and Background02:15Getting Into Running and Injury05:21Upcoming Half Marathon and Training06:22Unpacking the Injury and Symptoms12:12Seeking Help and Advocating for Yourself17:11Rehabilitation and Recovery Process20:19The Importance of Mindset and Support24:16Overcoming Challenges and Staying Motivated26:32Finding Hope and Motivation38:02Addressing the Mental Aspect of Recovery48:02Believing in Yourself and Seeking the Right HelpAbout Shaun Dr. Shaun Astorga is a physical therapist who specializes in helping runners and an active population stay doing what they love while overcoming injuries and pain. Shaun founded his physical therapy practice AMP Performance Rehab in Chester, NJ, which he co-owns with his friend Dr. Monica Moore, after recognizing that the medical system does not have many solutions available for people who are physically active and enjoy pushing themselves. After suffering a life-changing neck and brain injury in 2017, Shaun spent the better part of 6 years trying to find a solution to get him back to running. Everything he learned during this time has gone into AMP's unique model of physical therapy and his clinical mentorship program called AMP Blueprint, where he teaches this model of physical therapy to other practitioners. Connect with [email protected]@[email protected]://www.ampperformancerehab.comStay tuned for more upcoming retreats, membership opportunity, nutrition courses, & more!Connect with Dr. KatInstagram-  @Runwithkat_dptTik-tok- @Runwithkat_dptFacebook Group- RunwithKat ShowWebsite- RunwithKat.net