Returning to School and Activities
with Concussion Rehabilitation
Theraplay’s rehabilitation programs for concussion are designed to treat this complex metabolic and physiologic injury to the brain that can disrupt a child’s normal functioning. Concussion may be caused by a fall or blow to the head, whiplash or other acceleration/deceleration injuries. Concussion causes a metabolic crisis in the brain, which can result in decreased function. The concussion diagnosis can be used along with the term mild traumatic brain injury because of research showing long-term neurologic deficits with some concussions. The signs and symptoms of a concussion may or may not be immediate. Symptoms usually appear within 24 to 72 hours after the injury and can range from mild to severe, lasting for hours, days, weeks or even months. Imaging can be done to rule in/out more serious pathology such as intracranial bleeding, however the extent of the concussion cannot be determined.
Theraplay Concussion Rehabilitation services assist in the child or adolescent's academic re-entry. Theraplay therapists provide recommendations for classroom and school day modifications to best meet their academic needs and participation during concussion recovery. Our team of therapists collaborates with the school’s athletic department, coaches and nurses for safe “return to activity” and “return to athletics” progression as well.
Common Diagnoses or Symptoms Treated in Concussion Rehabilitation*
- Changes in Sleep Patterns
- Confusion
- Difficulty Concentrating
- Headache
- Mood Swings
- Over-Sensitivity to Light or Noise
- Tiring Easily/Drowsiness
- Balance Issues
- Blurred or Fuzzy Vision
- Nausea and Vomiting
*May include additional diagnoses. Please contact us for specific questions.
Comprehensive Concussion Evaluation
An evaluation with a Theraplay occupational, physical, or speech therapist may include the following based on the patient's history and symptoms:
- Detailed History
- Cervical Spine and Upper Quarter Screens
- Neurologic Examination
- Vital Signs
- Balance and Coordination Testing
- Vision Examination
- Vestibular Examination
- Executive Functioning Skills Testing
- Communication Skills Testing
- Cognitive Skills Testing
- Information Processing
- Review Symptoms and Symptom Management
- Functional Outcome Measures
- Clinical Observations
Concussion Rehabilitation Treatment Strategies
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Vision Training
- Communication Skills Training
- Executive Function Skills Training
- Dual-Cognitive Skills Task Training
- Home Program Incorporating Patient's Individual Goals, Schedule and Interests
- Review and Management of Symptoms
- Monitoring of Vital Signs
- Endurance Training
- Strengthening
- Specific Sport Skill Training
- Return to Sport/School Recovery Stages
- Functional Skills Training
- Headache and Pain Management
- Manual Therapy
Testimonials
“We absolutely love it here. We have seen miraculous changes in our daughter since starting here.”
– CMW
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