concussion services- for all of melbourne
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury—or TBI—caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. This sudden movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes stretching and damaging brain cells.
Medical providers may describe a concussion as a “mild” brain injury because concussions are usually not life-threatening. Even so, the effects of a concussion can be serious.
baseline testing
The simplest definition of a concussion baseline test is a series of physical and cognitive tests that measure healthy brain function before a sports season starts – and prior to an injury. In the event of a concussion, the results of these tests can be used as a comparison to help your healthcare provider make return-to-sport decisions.
We provide both neurocognitive, SCAT5 & balance baselne testing.
scat5 assessments
return to learn & play programs
rehabilitation
school & club education (concussionaware)
ConcussionAWARE was designed specifically for community sporting clubs and schools to help coaches, first aiders, and teachers understand the latest recommendations in concussion management.
Services include:
Blue Card Rule Return to Play, including Doctor consults with our partner doctors
Return to Learn programs, including missed exams or SACs
Graduated Return to Play Programs
ConcussionAWARE Education sessions & presentations
Cervicogenic headache assessment & treatment