CONCUSSION REHAB

WHAT IS A CONCUSSION?

A concussion is an acute neurophysiological event induced by traumatic biomechanics forces to the head, neck or body as a result of sudden acceleration, deceleration or rotational force. This trauma will result in a set of clinical symptoms that may or may not include a loss of consciousness.

A concussion can be sustained from:

• a motor vehicle crash

• sport or recreational injury

• falls

• workplace injury

• assault

CONCUSSION SYMPTOMS

Symptoms that persist beyond the natural recovery period of 7-10 days are considered post-concussion syndrome. These symptoms may include:

• Headache

• Dizziness/Vertigo

• Fatigue

• Brain fog/cognitive challenges

• Sleep disturbances

• Vision changes, such as light sensitivity

• Noise sensitivity

• Behavioural changes, such as irritability

• Anxiety, depression and changes in mood

CONCUSSION TREATMENT

There is no one-size-fits-all for concussion care, as every patient presents with different symptoms. Common treatment options may include:

• vestibular-ocular rehabilitation

• cardiovascular training

• dynamic and static postural stability

• cervical spine biomechanics and kinesthetic function 

• education and activity planning and pacing

• return to sport/activity