Post Concussion Treatment
The Headache, Neck and Jaw Clinic is uniquely positioned to provide post concussion treatment and support your recovery from injury.
What is a Concussion?
A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) that occurs when the brain experiences a sudden and forceful jolt or impact. Concussions can be caused by a blow to the head, a violent shaking of the head and upper body, or a rapid deceleration of the head.
Concussions can result from various incidents, including sports-related injuries, car accidents, falls, or any situation where there is a significant head trauma.
Seek medical attention immediately if you experience a head injury or suspect you have a concussion. Proper management is essential to a smooth recovery and reducing the risk of further injury.
How Physiotherapy Can Help With Post Concussion Syndrome
Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) is a complex and challenging condition that can significantly impact your life. It often develops after a head injury, and its symptoms can linger for weeks or even months.
While rest and time are crucial components of recovery, physiotherapy plays a vital role in managing and reducing the symptoms of PCS.
Our physiotherapists are uniquely positioned to assess and treat this complex condition. We are constantly exposed to challenging conditionings involving the head, neck and spine, so we are equipped to manage your PCS.
We understand the vast complexity of PCS. It encompasses a wide range of symptoms that can be uncomfortable, painful and debilitating.
While you may recover within days or weeks, you may also experience lingering symptoms known as Post Concussion Syndrome. If you find yourself in that position, the Headache, Neck and Jaw Clinic can design an effective physiotherapy treatment to help your life back to normal.
Common Concussion Symptoms
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Balance problems
- Coordination problems
- Sleeping too much or too little
- Sensitivity to sound
- Sensitivity to light
- Anxiety
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Vertigo
- Memory loss
- Difficulty concentrating
- Mental fogginess
- Irritability and restlessness
- Mood swings
Our Post Concussion Treatment
The physiotherapists at the Headache, Neck and Jaw Clinic provide effective concussion treatment. We can reduce pain, manage symptoms and support your recovery from injury.
Each concussion is unique. To make sure we’re providing the best care for your situation, our physiotherapy treatments can include:
- Vestibular rehabilitation – Vestibular rehabilitation techniques help to train and strengthen your vestibular system. This addresses dizziness, vertigo and balance problems.
- Neck and cervical spine treatment – We address strain and injury to your neck and cervical spine to reduce headaches and pain in your head, neck and spine.
- Visual rehabilitation – Visual disturbances such as double vision, light sensitivity and difficulty focusing are common in PCS. We address these issues through targeted exercises and strategies to improve eye coordination and focus.
- Exercise therapy – Our Physiotherapists can design exercise programs around the Buffalo Concussion threshold test to gradually rebuild strength, stamina and overall physical fitness.
- Education and coping strategies – We provide education to help you understand your condition. We’ll teach you how to manage symptoms and develop healthy coping strategies, reducing the anxiety and frustration that’s often associated with PCS.
We take a multidisciplinary approach to post-concussion treatment. Our physiotherapists collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as neurologists, neuropsychologists and occupational therapists.
Working alongside these specialists allows us to take a holistic approach to recovery.
What To Expect From Your Assessment
Comprehensive Examination
During your initial examination, we discuss your injury and symptoms to understand how PCS is affecting your life.
Hands-On Assessment
We perform a hands-on assessment to identify the source of pain and design a treatment program that’s right for you.
Symptom Relief
Our physiotherapists use specific techniques to reduce pain, dizziness, balance issues and other concussion symptoms.
Patient Education
Education is a crucial part of treatment post concussion syndrome, so we provide the information you need for recovery.
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