Concussion Management

At Accelerate Physiotherapy, we provide comprehensive concussion assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to support a safe return to sport, school, work and everyday activities.

As a CCMI-accredited practice, we are part of the Complete Concussion Management Inc. international network, providing evidence-based concussion care using recognised assessment and rehabilitation protocols.

Whether you've recently sustained a concussion or are experiencing ongoing symptoms, our physiotherapists take an individualised approach to your recovery.

What is a Concussion?

A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury caused by a direct impact to the head or a force transmitted through the body that causes the brain to move rapidly within the skull.

Concussions can affect brain function, resulting in a range of physical, cognitive and emotional symptoms. Symptoms may appear immediately or develop over the hours following an injury.

Common concussion symptoms include:

  • Headaches or pressure in the head

  • Dizziness or balance difficulties

  • Nausea

  • Blurred vision or sensitivity to light

  • Difficulty concentrating or remembering

  • Fatigue and disrupted sleep

  • Neck pain

  • Feeling foggy or slowed down

  • Changes in mood or irritability

You do not need to lose consciousness to have sustained a concussion.

Any suspected concussion should be assessed promptly by an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

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How Can Physiotherapy Help?

Concussion recovery involves more than simply waiting for symptoms to disappear. A structured rehabilitation program can help address ongoing symptoms and support a safe return to normal activities.

Our concussion management approach may include:

  • Comprehensive Concussion Assessment

    • Assessment of symptoms, balance, coordination, vision, neck function and exercise tolerance to identify areas requiring rehabilitation.

  • Vestibular & Balance Rehabilitation

    • Targeted exercises to address dizziness, balance difficulties and symptoms associated with head and body movements.

  • Neck & Headache Management

    • Assessment and treatment of neck pain, stiffness and headaches that may contribute to symptoms following a concussion.

  • Visual & Eye Movement Rehabilitation

    • Assessment and targeted exercises for difficulties with eye movements, visual tracking and movement-related symptoms, with referral to other specialists where appropriate.

  • Graduated Exercise Rehabilitation

    • Individualised exercise programs designed to gradually rebuild tolerance to physical activity while monitoring symptoms.

  • Return to Sport & Activity

    • A structured, step-by-step rehabilitation program to guide a safe return to training, competition, school, work and everyday activities.

Concussion Baseline Testing

Pre-season baseline testing provides a record of an athlete's physical and cognitive function before a concussion occurs.

Testing may assess areas such as balance, reaction time, memory, concentration, visual processing and coordination.

If an athlete sustains a concussion, these baseline results can provide valuable information to support post-injury assessment, monitor recovery and assist return-to-sport decisions.

Baseline testing can be particularly beneficial for athletes participating in contact and collision sports.

Why Choose Accelerate Physiotherapy?

As part of the Complete Concussion Management Inc. (CCMI) Partnership Program, Accelerate Physiotherapy is committed to providing evidence-based concussion care.

Our approach combines comprehensive assessment, targeted rehabilitation and collaboration with GPs, sports doctors and other healthcare professionals when required.

We work with athletes of all levels, from junior and community sport through to elite competition, as well as individuals recovering from concussions sustained outside of sport.

Book a Concussion Assessment

If you have recently experienced a concussion or are struggling with ongoing symptoms, our team can help guide your rehabilitation and return to activity.

Contact Accelerate Physiotherapy to arrange a concussion assessment or learn more about our concussion management services.

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Complete Concussions is a global concussion research and clinical management network with 450+ clinic locations that provide concussion testing, management, and treatment services across three continents. Through evidence-based training programs and integrated healthcare technologies, Complete Concussions empowers multidisciplinary teams to provide standardised care to those impacted by concussions. Complete Concussions serves to improve the collective understanding of the prevention, management, and prognosis of concussion, while providing accessible, patient-centric care based on the latest scientific and medical research.

For more information, visit www.completeconcussions.com.

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