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What should I do if I get a concussion?
Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury that can occur from a blow to the head, a fall, or any other incident that causes the brain to move rapidly inside the skull. They can have serious...
The Impact of Concussions on Heart Health: A Hidden Connection
Concussions, commonly associated with head injuries in sports, accidents, or falls, are primarily viewed as brain injuries. However, emerging research highlights that the effects of concussions...
Navigating Brain Fog After a Concussion: Understanding and Overcoming Cognitive Haze
Concussions, a type of mild traumatic brain injury, can lead to a range of symptoms that affect both physical and cognitive functions. Among these, brain fog stands out as one of the most...
Understanding Post-Concussion Fatigue
Post-concussion fatigue is a common and challenging symptom that affects many individuals who have suffered a concussion. Unlike typical tiredness, this fatigue can be overwhelming and persistent, interfering with cognitive functions, physical activities, and overall quality of life.
Post-traumatic headache
Living with post-traumatic headache (PTH) can be an overwhelming challenge, affecting not only one’s physical well-being but also mental health. Post-traumatic headache (PTH), a type of headache...
Persistent Post Concussive Symptoms: Are They Permanent?
Concussions, commonly known as mild traumatic brain injuries, are increasingly gaining attention due to their potential long-term effects. While many individuals recover well from a concussion, as...
Understanding Persistent Post Concussion Syndrome
Post-concussion syndrome (PCS), also known as persistent post-concussion syndrome, is a condition that can occur following a concussion: a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI), characterized by the...
How do we know when it is safe to go back to Sport after a Concussion?
Two Italian research papers written in 2012 give us the best evidence for the timing of a safe return to Sport. (1,2). It is well known that after a concussion, the brain has reduced energy...
5 Effective Treatment Options for Concussion
Our certified clinics specialise in all aspects of concussion treatment. Our approach is to first take you through a series of assessments and special tests to determine your main symptom drivers....
The Impact Concussion Can Have on Your Vision
Did you know that nearly 50% of the brain is dedicated to processing visual information? We normally have two eyes which can work together as a team. Following a concussion, there is often an...
Stages of Concussion Recovery
To recover effectively from concussion a structured approach, both physically and cognitively, is important. The following outlines our recommended process. These stages run concurrently with each...
Does having a stronger neck reduce the incidence of concussion?
The answer to this question is “Yes” and “No”. Concussion is caused by an acceleration and deceleration of the brain inside the skull. Due to this, the nerve cells in the brain to become stretched...
