Why Post-Concussion Rehabilitation
What is a concussion?
Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury and can change the way our brain functions – causing it to work less optimally. It may be caused by either a direct blow to the head, face, neck, or elsewhere on the body with an “impulsive” force transmitted to the head. Contrary to what many believe – you can suffer a concussion even if you don’t hit your head!
What kind of symptoms may you feel after a concussion?
Concussions can result in many side effects and can have both a physical and mental effect on your health. These symptoms can begin immediately or may develop days or weeks after your injury. At PhysioDNA our approach to post-concussion rehabilitation is multi-pronged in order to address all of these potential effects.
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How can I speed up my recovery?
Common symptoms include (but are not limited to):
- Headaches
- Neck pain/stiffness
- Balance difficulties
- Double/blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Nausea/vomiting
- Memory impairments
- Inability to focus
- Sensitivity to light
- Brain fog/slower reaction times
effects that including headaches, irritability, inability to focus, memory impairment, anxiety, depression, and more
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Help & Support
What does a concussion assessment look like?
- Balance and coordination testing
- Neurological testing
- Evaluation of visual motor skills
- Vestibular testing
- Gait assessment
- Orthopaedic assessment of secondary injuries
- Exercise tolerance testing
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What therapists can provide post-concussion rehabilitation?
- Chiropractor: Dr. Sundeep Sandher, Dr Ahmad Al-Hamdan
- Physiotherapist: Brett Alexander, Irene Chau
