Post Concussion Rehabilitation
After a traumatic event or hard hit during a sporting event you can develop a concussion within minutes to hours following the incident. If you are feeling symptoms of dizziness, headaches, visual changes, poor balance, or having trouble focusing at work or at school you could be feeling the affects of a concussion. These symptoms, if left untreated, can lead to Persistent Concussion Symptoms (formerly known as Post Concussive Syndrome).
A concussion is a mild Traumatic Brain Injury and could have lasting symptoms that affect day to day life that prevents you from working or playing the sport you love.
Common Symptoms:
Symptoms can be split into three categories: Cognitive, Physical, and Emotional
Cognitive: Feeling foggy, delayed response, forgetfulness, poor concentration, mood changes, decreased multitasking ability, and easily distracted
Physical: Feeling tired, changes in sleeping habits, dizziness, headaches, neck pain, poor balance, eyes feeling fatigued, and visual changes
Emotional: Depression, anxiety, irritability, changes in personality
Why Choose Physical Therapy Following a Concussion?
No two concussions are the same. Each individual can present with an array of symptoms and can recover at different speeds. Your age, gender, and duration of symptoms all play significant roles in determining your recovery. Knowing when and how to return to sport, school, or work can be tricky which is why physical therapists play a vital role following a concussion. Concussion Physical Therapy pulls from vestibular, balance, oculomotor, and cognitive therapy rehab techniques to progressively minimize symptoms while increasing your activity level. At Mojo Physical Therapy we can help you map out your “Return to Sport”, “Return to Learn”, or “Return to Earn” following the most up to date research and implementing this to your specific needs and goals.
Why choose Mojo Physical Therapy to treat my Concussion?
We offer a truly one on one experience with a Doctor of Physical Therapy that is specialized in the treatment of concussions. You will receive a full 60 minute session each visit with no overlap of patients or divided attention of the therapist. You will receive a thorough assessment, treatment and be provided exercises at your first appointment. Each appointment is followed by check ins and open communication with your provider. Follow up appointments scheduled based on your needs.
Schedule a free introductory call with Dr. Tim to learn more and see if you’re a good fit for Concussion Rehabilitation with Mojo Physical Therapy.
