CONCUSSION CARE
Acute and post-concussion symptoms
What is a concussion?
A temporary disruption in metabolic function leading to changes to brain functions
A concussion is a brain injury that cannot be seen on routine X-rays, CT scans or MRIs
It may be caused by a direct OR indirect blow to your head, neck or face. You do NOT need to have hit your head to have a concussion
You do NOT need to have lost consciousness to have a concussion
Most people recover quickly (days-weeks); however up to 30% of people may have symptoms that last longer than 4 weeks
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Concussion is an INVISIBLE INJURY
Because you are able to walk and talk, you may look and appear ‘okay’ to others, while in reality you may be struggling.
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How can physio help?
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We evaluate a number of body systems that can contribute to your symptom burden:
Neck mobility, strength, and proprioception (i.e., joint awareness)
Vestibular (i.e., inner ear) and oculomotor (i.e., eye movements) functions
Balance and coordination (including walking, running, sport-specific drills)
Exercise tolerance and autonomic system functioning (e.g., stress response)
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Have you had lingering symptoms for years? Multiple concussions? Headaches that you just ‘live with?’ There are solutions, and all concussions are treatable- even years down the road.
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Book in an appointment as soon as one week after injury to learn what you can do to speed up your recovery time!