Did you know that you can have a concussion without losing consciousness? 

Did you know that you can get a concussion without hitting your head?

Management in concussions has been a rapidly evolving body of research in recent years which has helped improve access to health care resources and improved patient outcomes. Initially it was believed that rest was the best thing for someone after a concussion. The problem is people often stay resting longer than they should and get "stuck in rest", meaning they don't know how to return to activities without exacerbating their symptoms. More research is supporting the idea of a guided and gradual return to activity. Every concussion is unique and it is helpful to seek support from a health care professional and team to help guide the rehabilitation process. 

Concussions are a diffuse brain injury and therefore can affect multiple brain functions. 

Signs and Symptoms

• Difficulty thinking clearly,  difficulty concentrating and remembering new information

• Headache, nausea, balance problems, dizziness, blurred vision, sensitivity to noise and/or light

• Feeling more emotional, irritability, sadness, anxiety

• Sleep disturbances, trouble falling asleep 

Treatment may include:

• Education

• Cervical spine rehabilitation and manual therapy

• Aerobic exercise and graded return to activity

• Vision and vestibular rehab

• Activity pacing and planning

• Involvement of a multidisciplinary team