A Concussion Is More Than a Bump on the Head – The Hidden Brain Changes That Can Last for Years with Dr. Aaron Hartman | Concussion | E160

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What if a concussion is more than just a bump on the head?

In this minisode of Made for Health, Dr. Aaron Hartman begins a new series on traumatic brain injuries by explaining why concussions are far more complex than many people realize. He explores how even seemingly minor head injuries can trigger inflammation, alter brain function, and contribute to long-term health challenges if they are not properly recognized and addressed.

Dr. Hartman discusses the differences between traumatic brain injuries and concussions, the concept of primary versus secondary brain injury, and why normal CT scans or MRIs do not always rule out lasting neurological effects. He also explains how repetitive micro-concussions from sports, falls, and other everyday events may contribute to chronic symptoms, particularly when combined with infections, inflammation, or other stressors later in life.

Key Topics Covered

• What defines a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and a concussion
• Why concussions are often invisible on standard brain imaging
• The difference between primary and secondary brain injury
• How brain inflammation affects the nervous system
• Why even mild concussions can have lasting consequences
• The role of repetitive micro-concussions in long-term health
• Sports and activities commonly associated with head injuries
• The connection between brain injuries and chronic fatigue, gut health, and mood
• How previous concussions may increase vulnerability to future illness
• Why functional medicine looks beyond imaging results
• The growing prevalence of traumatic brain injuries
• Why early recognition is essential for long-term brain health

In This Episode, You Will Learn

✅ Why a concussion is more than simply losing consciousness

✅ How brain inflammation can continue after the initial injury

✅ Why normal imaging does not always mean the brain has fully healed

✅ How repetitive head injuries may contribute to chronic symptoms

✅ Why brain injuries can affect the gut, immune system, and nervous system

✅ How recognizing past concussions may change your healthcare approach

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🌐 Website: https://richmondfunctionalmedicine.com/

📺 YouTube: @AaronHartmanMD

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