In this episode, my guest is Dr. Gary Steinberg, MD, PhD, a neurosurgeon and a professor of neurosciences, neurosurgery, and neurology at Stanford University School of Medicine. We discuss brain health and brain injuries, including concussion, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, aneurysm, and transient ischemic attacks (TIA). We discuss key and lesser-known risk factors for brain health and explain how certain treatments and medications can improve brain health and cognitive function.

We also cover novel mechanisms to improve recovery after concussions and brain injury, including the use of stem cells, temperature (mild hypothermia), and vagus nerve stimulation. Dr. Steinberg also describes new advances in neurosurgery and minimally invasive brain augmentation.

This episode ought to be of interest to anyone seeking actionable tools to improve their brain health and for those seeking to improve recovery after a brain injury such as concussion, stroke, aneurysm, or TBI.

For show notes, including referenced articles and additional resources, please visit hubermanlab.com.

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Timestamps

00:00:00 Dr. Gary Steinberg

00:01:44 Sponsors: Eight Sleep, ROKA & AeroPress; Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify & Apple

00:06:16 Stroke, Hemorrhage & Blood Clot

00:10:25 Blood Clots & Risk Factors, Medications, Smoking, Cholesterol

00:16:19 Heart & Brain Health; Neurosurgery & Brain Function

00:23:27 Current Technology & Neurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Techniques

00:28:13 Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA); Spinal Cord Strokes

00:33:23 Stroke Risk: Alcohol, Cocaine & Other Drugs

00:38:24 Sponsor: AG1

00:39:55 Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Concussion: Sports, Testing & Recovery

00:46:45 Statins; TBI & Aspirin; Caffeine & Stroke Risk

00:48:31 Exploratory MRI: Benefits & Risks

00:51:53 Blood Pressure, Lifestyle Factors; Tool: Feeling Faint, Hydration; Sleep

00:59:52 Sponsor: LMNT

01:01:27 Chiropractic Neck Adjustment & Arterial Obstruction; Inversion Tables

01:05:16 Kids, Tackle Football, Soccer, Boxing; Mild Concussion

01:10:49 Nerve Regeneration, Stem Cells, Stroke Recovery

01:17:36 Stem Cells, Immune System, Activity

01:21:27 Injury & Recovery, Restraint Therapy

01:23:46 Neuroprotection After Injury; Mild Hypothermia

01:34:59 Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Stem Cell Therapy

01:42:27 Scientific Advancements & Clinical Translation, FDA & Industry

01:47:40 Vagal Stimulation

01:53:17 Zero-Cost Support, Spotify & Apple Reviews, YouTube Feedback, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter

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