The most recent evidence is showing us that absolute rest beyond the first 24 – 48 hours (in most cases) is no longer considered the best approach to concussion care. The current research is showing us that early intervention of various therapies can significantly improve recovery, and has led to a more active approach to concussion treatment.
Understanding Concussion Rehabilitation
Our certified clinicians have specialized training in the treatment and rehabilitation of acute concussions as well as ongoing concussion-related symptoms such as headaches, balance/dizziness issues, visual disturbances, reading difficulties, trouble concentrating, etc.
Your practitioner will perform a thorough medical history and physical examination and will recommend the most effective treatment approach to meet your needs. Your treatment plan may include hands-on treatment and whiplash treatment, vestibular rehabilitation, visual rehabilitation, diet and nutrition, exercise therapy, or education and reassurance. For very complex cases we also have a referral network of specialists that can be accessed should your case require additional care.
We provide modifications and communicate with teachers, family physicians, and coaches to facilitate a safe return to the activities our patients need, want, and love to do.
We offer a stepwise reintegration into school, work, and sports through a process involving a graduated reintroduction of mental, physical, and sport-specific activities while assessing symptoms and recovery.
How can concussion treatment benefit me?
Physiotherapy treatment for concussions can include hand-on treatment to reduce neck pain and headaches often associated with a concussion, specific stretches, and even eye motion training to reduce headaches and nausea following a concussion. Physiotherapy programs for concussion often build in vestibular therapy, which helps you orient yourself during periods of lightheadedness or loss of balance. To encourage this your physiotherapist will introduce you to specialized activities, including fixing your gaze at a certain point in the distance, or using simple movements to stabilize your core and limbs.
We offer a step-wise program for reintegration into school, work, and sports through a process involving a gradual reintroduction of mental, physical, and sport-specific activities while carefully assessing symptoms, performance, and recovery.
Return To Learn and Work
We provide rehabilitation programs for individuals experiencing symptoms that affect their ability to perform at school or work. Throughout the recovery process, we facilitate a step-wise reintegration back into the school and work environment through modifications and communication with physicians, teachers, and school administrative staff.
Return To Play
Our step-wise process gradually introduces the athlete back into their specific sporting environment. We reintroduce varying degrees of physical and sport specific activity, while carefully assessing symptoms, performance and recovery. Physical and cognitive tests are used to confirm their level of recovery and ability to safely return to full play.
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This is not something you can ignore. Regardless of the perceived severity, following it is incredibly important that you check in with a trained physiotherapist or physician to ensure proper receiver and reduce the risk of long-term symptoms. If you or a loved one have experienced a concussion, contact PhysioPlus Health Group to learn more about concussion treatment and therapy options.