Concussion Rehabilitation & Symptom Management
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Concussion Rehab
Concussion Management and Rehabilitation benefits from a multidisciplinary approach.
Communication between those suffering from a concussion/mTBI and their healthcare providers, including their Physician, Specialists, and Physical Therapist could aid in a quicker recovery!
Daniel Witkowski PT, DPT
Daniel started his work with concussions while pursuing his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. His graduate research was focused on working with Collegiate Football players to compare a new sideline testing tool (King Devick Test) to the widely accepted and gold standard ImPACT computer-based concussion test. After graduation Daniel led the Concussion, Vestibular, and Balance caseload for a busy East Coast clinic, with patient populations ranging from pediatric to geriatric age groups.
What is a concussion?
A type of traumatic brain injury caused by a blow, bump, jolt, or hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly.
What happens?
Concussion Signs & Symptoms are highly individualized to the person, and symptoms may not show up until hours or days later.
Signs:
- Confusion
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Consciousness
- Behavior Changes
Symptoms:
- Headache
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Balance Problems
- Light Sensitivity
- Trouble Concentrating
Experiencing a concussion?
If experiencing severe or worsening symptoms please seek emergent medical attention, otherwise please reach out to your PCP to see what treatment options are available, including if a Referral to Physical Therapy is appropriate.