Momentum Sports & Spine Physiotherapy

  A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that can occur due to falls, accidents, sports injuries, or sudden impacts that cause the brain to move within the skull. While some people recover within days, others may experience lingering symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, fatigue, and balance issues. These symptoms can interfere with work, daily life, and physical activity, making recovery both frustrating and overwhelming. This is where concussion physiotherapy may play a vital role in supporting recovery, reducing complications, and helping individuals return safely to their normal routines. Concussion physiotherapy focuses on assessing and treating the physical and neurological challenges that may follow a concussion. Every case is unique, which is why a thorough evaluation is performed during the first appointment. The physiotherapist may assess vision, balance, coordination, neck movement, reflexes, and how well the brain and ...

  A concussion, often referred to as a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), can lead to a wide range of symptoms that affect physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. While rest is important immediately after the injury, prolonged inactivity may not always lead to full recovery. For individuals who experience lingering symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, neck pain, visual disturbances, or balance issues, concussion physiotherapy can play an essential role in their concussion care and rehabilitation. Physiotherapists trained in concussion management focus on addressing the various systems affected by the injury. A thorough assessment will help identify how the concussion has impacted your balance, coordination, eye movements, neck mobility, and overall physical function. Understanding these interrelated factors allows your physiotherapist to create a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific symptoms and daily life demands. Treatment may include vestibular rehabili...