Concussion Rehab
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Concussion Rehab
Experiencing a concussion can profoundly impact your life. Even mild symptoms can result in a recovery period that sidelines you for weeks. Resuming your normal routine too soon can worsen your condition, increasing the risk of recurring concussions and potentially serious brain injuries, especially during sports activities.
Concussions can also lead to complications such as post-concussion syndrome, which is characterized by persistent symptoms lasting for months, including:
- Post-traumatic headache
- Sleep disturbances
- Dizziness and vertigo
- Mental health disorders
- Difficulty concentrating
- Fatigue
Effective concussion management plays a key role in preventing or addressing these concerns. Although immediate rest is essential in the first 24 to 48 hours following a concussion, research suggests that guided physical activity and treatment can relieve symptoms, improve brain function, enhance blood flow, and support the healing of injured tissues.
How Concussion Rehab Works
Based on the assessments, a customized management plan is created that includes a variety of therapies and treatments:
- Physiotherapy: Exercise programs designed to enhance blood flow and promote healing.
- Chiropractic: Focused on alleviating headaches, balance issues, and vision problems resulting from nerve injuries.
- Education: Offering guidance on managing symptoms.
- Talk Therapy: Addressing mental health concerns.
- Vestibular Rehabilitation: Targeting dizziness and vertigo.
Practitioner Involvement
Concussion:
- Comprehensive concussion and neurological assessments.
- Customized return-to-work and return-to-sport programs.
Chronic Injury Management (Post-Concussion Syndrome):
- Multi-stage assessment and rehabilitation addressing balance, vestibular disorders, visual disorders, exercise rehabilitation for blood flow issues, sleep hygiene education, and manual therapy for cervical headaches.
While individual recovery timelines can vary, implementing a concussion management plan typically leads to complete recovery within a few days. This contrasts sharply with the extended effects of concussion complications, highlighting the crucial role of a management plan in quickly restoring normalcy to your life.
Research indicates that a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective concussion rehabilitation. That’s why Activa Clinics is your ideal choice. Our extensive team of doctors and specialists are experts in concussion treatment and rehabilitation, working collaboratively to ensure you achieve complete healing from head to toe.
The 9 step Rehabilitation process
Initially, a comprehensive assessment and evaluation of the patient’s condition are performed. The physical therapist collects detailed information about the patient's medical history, symptoms, and functional challenges. Physical examinations and tests are carried out to pinpoint the underlying problems.
Following the assessment, the physical therapist provides a diagnosis, identifying the primary issues and crafting a treatment plan tailored to the patient’s specific needs.
The physical therapist and patient collaborate to establish SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals. These objectives might involve enhancing range of motion, alleviating pain, building strength, and improving overall function.ilored to the patient’s specific needs.
A thorough treatment plan is created by the physical therapist, based on the assessment findings and established goals. This plan may encompass various approaches, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, modalities (such as heat or ice), and patient education
The treatment plan is actively implemented in this phase. Patients engage in exercises and activities designed to boost strength, flexibility, balance, and functional capabilities. Manual therapy techniques may also be utilized to address specific concerns.
The therapist consistently monitors the patient’s progress throughout the therapy. Adjustments to the treatment plan are made as needed, depending on the patient’s response and any changes in their condition.
Education plays a vital role in physical therapy. Patients are informed about their condition, body mechanics, and techniques for preventing future injuries. They may also receive instructions on home exercises.
A home exercise program is often provided to support the progress made during therapy sessions. Adhering to this program is crucial for achieving the best results.
As the patient advances, the focus may shift to functional training. This involves activities that simulate daily tasks, helping the individual regain the ability to perform everyday activities with greater ease.
1 - Assessment and Evaluation
Initially, a comprehensive assessment and evaluation of the patient’s condition are performed. The physical therapist collects detailed information about the patient's medical history, symptoms, and functional challenges. Physical examinations and tests are carried out to pinpoint the underlying problems.
2 - Diagnosis
Following the assessment, the physical therapist provides a diagnosis, identifying the primary issues and crafting a treatment plan tailored to the patient’s specific needs.
3 - Goal Setting
The physical therapist and patient collaborate to establish SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals. These objectives might involve enhancing range of motion, alleviating pain, building strength, and improving overall function.ilored to the patient’s specific needs.
4 - Treatment Planning
A thorough treatment plan is created by the physical therapist, based on the assessment findings and established goals. This plan may encompass various approaches, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, modalities (such as heat or ice), and patient education
5 - Therapeutic Interventions
The treatment plan is actively implemented in this phase. Patients engage in exercises and activities designed to boost strength, flexibility, balance, and functional capabilities. Manual therapy techniques may also be utilized to address specific concerns.
6 - Monitoring and Adjustments
The therapist consistently monitors the patient’s progress throughout the therapy. Adjustments to the treatment plan are made as needed, depending on the patient’s response and any changes in their condition.
7 - Patient Education
Education plays a vital role in physical therapy. Patients are informed about their condition, body mechanics, and techniques for preventing future injuries. They may also receive instructions on home exercises.
8 - Home Exercise Program
A home exercise program is often provided to support the progress made during therapy sessions. Adhering to this program is crucial for achieving the best results.
9 - Functional Training
As the patient advances, the focus may shift to functional training. This involves activities that simulate daily tasks, helping the individual regain the ability to perform everyday activities with greater ease.
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Cost & coverage
Like many of our services, our treatment programs are often covered through employer, auto, or disability insurance. So treatments can be available at little or no cost to you. Get in touch or schedule a consultation to learn more.
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