Concussion Rehabilitation
In addition to physiotherapy and sports rehab, we utilise NeuroFlex® to provide comprehensive concussion rehabilitation services.
A concussion is defined as "a disturbance in brain function caused by a blow to the head," which can occur from both direct and indirect impacts, often resulting from player-to-player or player-to-ground contact.
Notably, a concussion may or may not involve a loss of consciousness. Shockingly, statistics reveal that more than 10% of all contact sports athletes sustain a concussion each year.
Concussion Physiotherapy is a specialised form of physiotherapy tailored to individuals who have sustained a concussion.
Concussion Physiotherapy
Signs & Symptoms of Concussion
Each concussion is different and signs and symptoms will vary between individuals. Some of the most common signs/symptoms are:
Headache
Vomiting
Dizziness
Sensitivity to light and/or sound
Amnesia and/or confusion
Difficulty concentrating
Drowsiness
Irritability/Frustration
Difficulty with balance
Neck pain
Emergency Department
You should visit the ER immediately if you experience:
A loss of consciousness.
Difficulties speaking, slurred speech, weakness in arms or legs.
Severe or worsening headache.
Diagnosis: An emergency department medical doctor can diagnose a concussion.
When to visit emergency, and when to visit your physiotherapist, for your concussion.
Physiotherapist
You should visit your physiotherapist:
After your concussion is diagnosed
For treatment of concussion-related symptoms such as back and neck pain, headaches and dizziness, balance problems.
Diagnosis: A physiotherapist cannot diagnose a concussion but can carry out subjective and objective baseline and post-concussion testing.
Our Concussion Physiotherapy Methods — NeuroFlex®
What is NeuroFlex®?
NeuroFlex is a variety of tests completed through a VR headset that measures your eye and head position as you complete each task. Each test is designed to evaluate a different aspect of our brain health reflexes.
Once you complete the test, we will receive an objective report that breaks down your ocular motor function and brain health. From this report, we will identify pain points that inform how we tailor your treatment program. The NeuroFlex stimulates and assists performance based on your test results.
Why is NeuroFlex concussion screening important?
Concussions are difficult to diagnose and each presents differently between persons in terms of severity and symptoms.
NeuroFlex testing allows us to accurately record a baseline concussion test and gives us objective data to compare against upon concussion when we retest the individual.
We can track the progression of your concussion rehab and determine when it is safe for you to return to play.
Repeat testing can help identify cognitive symptoms or deficits that may require further treatment or rehabilitation.
Post-treatment Physiotherapy
With NeuroFlex®
15minute re-screening with the NeuroFlex VR tool.
Followed by a standard 30-minute consultation.
Thorough assessment through the head, neck and back.
Personalised treatment program to manage your symptoms.
Breakdown and review of your NeuroFlex results.
Treatment program with vestibular training to try to prevent a subsequent concussion when you return to play.
Advice on when you can return to training and games.
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