Concussion Management Services

Concussion has been a term we have all heard for a long time, but more recently it has become a more globally recognized health concern with new research and new approaches to the management of a concussion. We know that concussions can result from a number of traumas – car accidents, falls, and of course in sport. We also know that concussions are still not well reported and people often don’t know how to recognize the signs or when to seek support from health care practitioners.

Our physiotherapist is certified in the Shift Concussion Management Program: a full-service concussion management program supporting baseline testing, post-injury care, return-to-play preparation, education, and prevention strategies.

Some common symptoms often reported with concussive injuries include:

Headache

Dizziness

Neck pain

Nausea or Vomiting

Loss of balance

Poor coordination

Trouble focusing on objects or words

Poor concentration

Feeling “foggy”

Confusion

Amnesia, or poor memory

“Flashing lights”

Blurred or double vision

Seeing “stars”

Irritability or emotional changes

Ringing in ears

Slow to follow direction

Decreased playing ability

Easily distracted

Vacant stare

Drowsiness/fatigue

Difficulty falling asleep

Feeling “off” or not like oneself