William Person, a former Team USA bobsled athlete, shares the story of his life-altering brain injury symptoms and how he found relief through hyperbaric oxygen therapy. William’s experience sheds light on the invisible struggles faced by athletes and veterans with traumatic brain injuries, while also emphasizing the urgent need for awareness, advocacy, and accessible support.
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YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@braininjurysurvival
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-person-4072b417/
Link to Episode 179, Unlocking the Power of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy with Dr. Jason Sonners: https://podcast.thehumanbeautymovement.com/unlocking-the-power-of-hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy-with-dr-jason-sonners/
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Timestamps:
00:00 - From Olympic Bobsledding to Invisible Injury: Meet William Person
01:05 - What Is CTE? Understanding Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
02:08 - William’s Unexpected Journey Into Team USA Bobsledding
05:31 - Early Triumphs & Harsh Realities of Competitive Bobsledding
07:24 - Inside Bobsled Training: Microtraumas & Head Injury Risks
09:02 - The Hidden Dangers: G-Force, Impacts & Athlete Vulnerability
11:05 - Early Symptoms: Memory Loss, Confusion & Missed Warning Signs
13:21 - Living in a Loop: Navigating Daily Life With Brain Fog
15:22 - Silent Suffering: How Brain Injuries Impact Athletes’ Lives
18:17 - Misdiagnosis & The Overlooked Toll of Sports Injuries
20:02 - The Fight for Awareness: Class Action & Safety Advocacy
22:08 - Coping With the Darkest Moments: Loss, Guilt & Survival
28:11 - CTE Facts: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Medical Challenges Explained
30:57 - A Ray of Hope: Discovering Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
37:00 - Life-Changing Results: William’s Personal HBOT Recovery Story
41:21 - Building a Movement: Free Recovery Centers for Athletes & Veterans
43:50 - Advocacy, Healing, and Hope: Join The Human Beauty Movement
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