EP 103: Navigating Vision Challenges Post-Concussion with Dr. Paul Rollett
Release Date: 11/13/2025
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EP 114: Complexity isn’t chaos (but you might be treating it this way)
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EP 113: The Symphony of Healing:Why Your Brain Needs Integration, Not Isolation
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What if your recovery—or your patient’s recovery—isn’t stuck… but simply out of sync? You might be doing “all the right things”—treating the neck, addressing vision, working on vestibular rehab—yet still hitting frustrating plateaus that don’t make sense. Because here’s the truth: when each system is treated in isolation, even brilliantly, the brain never fully relearns how to coordinate them. Progress happens… until it doesn’t. Recovery isn’t about perfecting one instrument—it’s about conducting the entire orchestra. When you shift from siloed treatment to...
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EP 112: The Moment Everything Clicks in Concussion Rehab
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EP 111: The Intricacies of Vestibular Dysfunction: Beyond Dizziness
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EP 110: Acceptance and Urgency: The Hidden Traps in Healing
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Embracing Resilience: A Guided Meditation Journey
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In this short guided meditation, take a moment to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with the resilience that already lives within you. Through gentle breathing, self-compassion, and a heart-centered visualization, this practice invites you to soften self-judgment and meet yourself with kindness. Resilience isn’t about pushing through or being hard on yourself—it’s the quiet strength that allows you to keep showing up, learning, and moving forward at your own pace. A gentle reminder: you don’t have to become resilient. You already are. Let’s connect! Instagram: ...
info_outlineHave you ever wondered why your vision still feels “off” long after your concussion recovery was supposed to be complete?
You’re not imagining it — and you’re definitely not alone. So many concussion survivors go through the motions of rehab, only to find their eyes still struggle to track, focus, or process movement the way they used to. The problem? Vision issues are often an invisible piece of the concussion puzzle that goes undiagnosed or under-treated.
In this episode, Natasha sits down with Dr. Paul Rollett, a neuro-optometrist who understands this struggle on a personal level. After suffering a severe concussion during optometry school, Dr. Rollett experienced the same visual challenges he now helps his patients overcome. His story sheds light on how vision connects deeply to brain recovery — and why addressing it can make all the difference in your healing journey.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
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Why vision problems are so common — yet so often missed — after concussion
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How neuro-optometry bridges the gap between vision and brain healing
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The signs your eyes may still be struggling post-injury
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How targeted vision therapy can accelerate your recovery and clarity
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
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Even in environments focused on vision, post-concussion visual issues can go overlooked — awareness and specialized care matter.
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Recovery is possible, but it often requires a collaborative approach between neuro-optometrists, physiotherapists, and other rehab professionals.
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Vision therapy isn’t just about the eyes — it’s about retraining the brain to process visual information effectively.
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Personal experience often fuels passionate, patient-centered care — and Dr. Rollett’s journey is proof of that.
CONNECT WITH DR. PAUL ROLLETT:
🌐 Website: https://www.vividneurooptometry.com
📸 Instagram: @vividneurooptometry
If your world still feels visually “off” after a concussion, this conversation with Dr. Paul Rollett will help you understand why — and what you can do about it.
Let’s connect!
Instagram:
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Email: hello@natashawilch.com
Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com
Join the Clinician’s Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge
Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership!
Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool
Connect with Dr. Paul Rollett
🌐 Website: www.okanaganvisiontherapy.ca
💬 You can use the contact form on the site to reach Dr. Rollett directly.
🎥 Bonus: Check out their 45-minute YouTube documentary on the main page to learn how vision plays a powerful role in concussion recovery.