What is a concussion?
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that can occur after a significant impact to the head or body. It is caused by a sudden acceleration or deceleration of the brain within the skull, resulting in dysfunction of brain cells and decreased blood flow.
If you believe you have had a concussion, and are seeking concussion treatment London Ontario, do not hesitate to contact our team to discuss treatment options.
Common Symptoms of a Concussion:
- Headaches
- Nausea or vomiting
- Ringing in the ear
- Blurry or double vision
- Brain fog
- Difficulty concentrating
- Memory
- Dizziness or balance issues
- Coordination
- Mood
- Delayed response to questions
- Low energy
Concussion Treatment London Ontario
Concussion Service
We offer a broad array of holistic treatments to treat the root causes of many health issues, often times centered around pain. Here we explain the ways to identify concussions and to treat them for the best chance to recover. Our doctors will help you navigate concussion treatment London Ontario by removing the guesswork and helping you along the entire process.
Baseline Concussion Test
A baseline concussion test is a pre-season or pre-injury assessment that measures an athlete’s cognitive and physical abilities prior to exercise in the season, which can be used as a comparison to post-injury test results to help assess if a concussion has occurred. For athletes playing any type of sport this baseline assessment is very important.
Concussion Assessment
Generally, it is recommended to take a period of rest for the first 24-48 hours after injury, regardless of how mild it might seem. After this rest period, a gradual increase in mental and physical activity is recommended, and should be directed and supervised by a licensed healthcare practitioner trained in concussion management.
If symptoms of a concussion are still present after 7 to 10 days, an individualized treatment and rehabilitation program should be initiated. Our Complete Concussions program offers a full suite of evidence-based concussion treatment services and strategies to help you on your road to recovery.
Not Sure Where to Start?
We understand that concussions can affect all parts of your life, and also that every concussion is different. There are so many potential symptoms like energy deficit, neck pain, light sensitivity, mood changes, etc.. that can be caused by the trauma following concussion. It is important to take all potential concussions seriously, as it is a mild traumatic brain injury and can potentially impact how the brain works and brain function. If you’re not sure where to start schedule an appointment and our team can help you!
Our Approach To Concussion Care
Understand
Our primary objective is to learn what brought you to our clinic. We understand that its not always easy to even make it into the clinic, so we want to make sure that we learn specifically what your needs and goals really are.
Align
We will discuss the details of the treatment that we recommend and explain why we believe this to be your best course of action. This stage is important to make sure you're comfortable with the treatment.
Treat
Then we get to work! This could be for a few weeks or months or a lifetime! This all depends on our initial stages where we discover your goals, objectives, challenges and develop the best treatment plan to help you get there.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Common symptoms include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, light sensitivity, neck pain, and mood changes. Every concussion is different, so symptoms can vary.
Chiropractic care helps by addressing misalignments in the spine and neck that may result from trauma, promoting better blood flow, relieving tension, and supporting the body’s healing process.
It’s recommended to seek treatment as soon as possible if symptoms persist or worsen. Early care can help speed up recovery and prevent further complications.
While chiropractic care can’t “cure” a concussion, it can help manage symptoms and improve recovery, potentially reducing the likelihood of long-term complications.
Yes, chiropractic care is safe after a concussion when administered by a qualified chiropractor. They will carefully assess your condition and develop a customized treatment plan.
