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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...
When will I get better?
It can be very hard to predict how long a concussion will last, especially if you take into the account other systems that may be injured when the concussion takes place. We know that concussion...
Sleep Hygiene
What’s all the fuss about sleep hygiene? Well to put it simply, sleep is an essential part of healing and restoring our body to optimal functioning. We all feel miserable after a poor night’s...
Medications: Why or Why Not?
“What medication should I take after a concussion?”, is possibly not the correct question to ask.A better question would be “Should I take any medication after a concussion?” Even then, to answer...
Vestibular Migraine
Many people have heard of migraine but are not sure of what vestibular migraine is all about. It is a migraine event where vertigo is the main symptom. It is one of the common causes of episodic...
The 8 Domains of a Concussion Injury
Concussion injury can cause numerous issues to a variety of different body systems. These include headache, dizziness, fatigue, light sensitivity, tinnitus, neck pain, poor concentration and...
PLUM Book Review and Implications Blog
When you’re not a regular book reader, in fact when you find it a bit of a ‘chore’, it can take an exceptional book to grab (and hold) your attention. PLUM, by the multi-talented author and actor,...
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
The most common form of vertigo is a condition called Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). It causes short episodes of dizziness after moving your head in certain positions. Although the...
How A Single Concussion Changed My Life
Audio format: One moment I was driving on my scooter happily back home and the next moment I know I was on the floor disorientated about what had just happened. My entire world has changed in just a...
Headaches Following a Concussion
For many people, the after-effects of a concussion are severe and life-altering. Symptoms may vary for each individual but will likely include headache, dizziness, light sensitivity and sleep...
PPCS: Persistent Post-Concussion Symptoms
What is Concussion and PPCS? Concussion is defined as a mild to moderate traumatic brain injury, caused by an acceleration/deceleration of the head, which has an impact on the way the nerves in...
Concussion Holiday Tips
The Summer Holidays are always such a special time to relax & rejuvenate, however for Concussion survivors it can be a challenging time. Our Concussion Practitioners have put together some great...
