Concussion resources
Recognizing and properly managing a concussion is essential to ensure safe recovery. Although symptoms vary from person to person, a concussion can impact the whole body, leading to physical, mental, and emotional effects.
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On Feb 9th 2021, the Sport Information Resource Centre (SIRC) held the 2021 Canadian Concussion in Sport Virtual Symposium, where recent research into Concussion assessment, management, prevention and treatment is presented from clinici
Concussions can be serious. Knowing if someone is experiencing the signs and symptoms of a concussion can make a difference.
Find out how to identify concussion symptoms and signs by reading this guide.
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With spring in the air, it’s time to dust off the bike, rollerblades, scooters and skateboards for some fun outdoor activity.
When it comes to injury prevention, all of these sports have one thing in common: the need to wear a helmet.
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Did you know that May is National Physiotherapy Month? While many studies show that receiving the right care after an injury can make a big difference in your recovery, not everyone is familiar with physiotherapy.
Occupational Therapists are often asked about the nature of their profession and what they do.
In the acute stages of a concussion, a series of biological events that stimulate the neurometabolic cascade (i.e. ionic, metabolic, and physiologic events) often get set into motion, which results in an energy crisis.
When I sit down to chat with patients about the concept of “active rest” following an acute concussion, I get a lot of questions:
“How do I know how much is too much?”
“When should I stop?”