Episode 88 - Shannon Orr - Occupational Therapist

Brain Mastery

How can advancement and progression be maximized while treating brain injuries in occupational therapy? In this episode, we hear from Shannon Orr, an occupational therapist and partner at Complex Injury Rehab, about the importance of using a research-based approach in brain injury recovery. Shannon talks about combining neuroplasticity research and therapeutic techniques to challenge clients in an individualized way, engaging them in their recovery so they can see real improvement in their lives, no matter how long they've been living with a brain injury. She also explains her vision for a more accessible and integrated system to help brain injury survivors, so that they no longer have to suffer in silence without knowing where to turn.

Brain Mastery is hosted by CEO of ABI Wellness, Mark Watson. He is an expert on brain injury recovery and is passionate about educating people about the potential to change, adapt, and heal the brain.

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The Ghost in My Brain by Clark Elliot

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This episode was originally released in September 2021