Restore Balance and Recover Fully
At ActiveCare Physiotherapy & Rehab, we understand that concussions and vestibular issues can significantly impact your balance, coordination, and ability to perform daily tasks. Whether you’re recovering from a sports-related concussion, an injury, or experiencing vestibular dysfunction like dizziness and vertigo, our Concussion & Vestibular Rehabilitation program offers a path to recovery, helping you regain balance, confidence, and quality of life.
What is Concussion & Vestibular Rehabilitation?
Concussion and vestibular rehabilitation focuses on helping patients recover from head injuries (concussions) and conditions affecting their inner ear and balance system (vestibular disorders). These conditions can cause symptoms such as dizziness, balance issues, vertigo, headaches, nausea, and impaired coordination.
Our program uses evidence-based treatment protocols to help you restore normal function and manage symptoms. Whether you’re an athlete, an accident survivor, or someone dealing with chronic vestibular issues, our rehabilitation program is designed to help you recover safely.
Our Approach to Concussion & Vestibular Rehabilitation
We begin with a thorough assessment of your symptoms, medical history, and how your condition is affecting your daily life. Based on this evaluation, we develop a personalized rehabilitation plan tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Treatment Techniques We Use:
- Vestibular exercises: These targeted exercises help to retrain your brain to process balance signals more effectively, reducing dizziness and improving stability.
- Neuromotor retraining: Exercises designed to restore coordination and improve cognitive function post-concussion.
- Manual therapy: Hands-on techniques to reduce neck pain and headaches that often accompany concussions.
- Visual training: For those experiencing visual disturbances post-concussion, exercises are aimed at improving eye movements and focus.
- Gradual return-to-activity protocols: For athletes and active individuals, we implement safe, structured guidelines for returning to sport and activity.
Conditions Treated with Concussion & Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Concussions (sports-related or accidental)
- Post-concussion syndrome
- Vertigo
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Dizziness and balance disorders
- Headaches and migraines related to vestibular dysfunction
Why Choose ActiveCare for Concussion & Vestibular Rehabilitation?
At ActiveCare, our priority is not just to help you recover from the acute phase of a concussion or vestibular disorder, but to ensure that you’re equipped to prevent future issues. Our personalized, proactive rehabilitation programs help you rebuild strength, improve coordination, and reduce the risk of re-injury, whether you’re returning to sports, work, or daily activities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Recovery time can vary widely depending on the severity of the injury and individual factors. Most patients begin to feel improvements within a few weeks, but full recovery may take longer, especially for complex cases.
Vestibular exercises may cause some temporary discomfort, such as mild dizziness, but they are essential for retraining your body’s balance system. Our therapists will guide you through exercises at your own pace to ensure a safe recovery.