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🗓️ 14 November 2024

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Introducing Mind Games – Untangling the Brain’s Secrets with the Docs from Join the Docs.

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In this captivating and thoroughly engaging episode of Join the Docs, our dynamic duo, Professor Jonathan Sackier and Doctor Nigel Guest, embark on an enlightening and comprehensive journey into the intricate labyrinth of the human brain and nervous system. They unravel the tangled web of neurological diseases, with a special spotlight on multiple sclerosis (MS).

This isn't just a superficial overview; The Docs delve deep into the brain's complex structure, its multifaceted functions, and the critical importance of the nervous system's intricate wiring. Imagine it as a high-stakes game of Operation, but with fewer buzzers and a lot more brain power. The Docs also explore the fascinating realms of cranial nerves and proprioception, which might sound like a fancy term for knowing where your nose is without looking, but it's so much more. With The Docs guiding the way, you’ll get an inside look into why your body ‘nose’ what it’s doing - even when you don’t!

Who better to shed light on the rollercoaster ride of living with MS than Montel Williams? He rolls in to share his deeply personal journey, complete with all the twists, turns, and loop-de-loops that come with it. The Docs dive into his initial symptoms, which were more confusing than a plot twist in a soap opera, and the myriad challenges he faced in getting a diagnosis. Montel’s story is not just about the physical and emotional struggles but also about the resilience and determination required to navigate life with MS. He also passionately advocates for cannabis as a treatment for neuropathic pain, making a compelling case that might just leave you reefer-ing to it in a new light.

What’s the takeaway from this brainy banter? The conversation underscores the paramount importance of awareness, early diagnosis, and resilience in managing neurological conditions. It's a powerful reminder that when it comes to your health, the best approach is to always have the heads up.

So, tune in, get your neurons firing, and remember: knowledge is brain power! This episode of Join the Docs is not just an educational experience but also an inspiring call to action for anyone dealing with neurological conditions or simply interested in the wonders of the human brain. So, give your brain a stem cell-bration!!

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0:00.0	The human brain weighs around 1.3 kilograms, 3 to 4 pounds,
0:12.0	and is the most amazing organ in the human body,
0:15.0	although the anal sphincter is pretty damn cool, given it can discern poo from gas, letting one out and keeping the other in.
0:24.0	Mind you, the anus relies on the brain and its connections to do even that.
0:29.6	There are around 100 billion nerve cells, neurons in the human body, each connected to many others.
0:36.9	Sending signals from head to toe and back again,
0:39.5	they control everything we do, consciously or unconsciously.
0:43.9	Even Dr Nigel guest's absurd comments require his brain to be engaged.
0:49.9	Listen today at Join the Docs as we explore the magnificence of the brain and its connections.
0:55.2	We'll tell you fascinating patient stories and you're going to want to listen all the way through
1:01.0	as we have a special guest, decorated military officer, public speaker and host of an internationally
1:07.7	syndicated TV show. Montel Williams is going to discuss his life with
1:12.7	multiple sclerosis. So join the Docks to learn what happens when your wiring isn't firing.
1:24.1	Thank you for being here to join the docks, our weekly podcast about the fascinating world of medicine.
1:30.3	I'm Professor Jonathan Sackier, a surgeon.
1:32.8	And I'm Dr Nigel guest, a general practitioner.
1:35.4	So today, Nigel, we're going to discuss the brain, the central nervous system, all aspects of the nervous system.
1:42.1	It's an amazing organ.
1:43.8	Ways, as I said in the intro about
1:45.9	three pounds and has gazillions of connections all around the body and allows us to do
1:52.2	amazing things like sitting here and have a conversation. Absolutely. Absolutely. It's interesting
1:56.7	you were talking before about that and size of things and we like patient stories don't we and I had a
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