What is a Concussion?
A concussion is defined as a complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain. It is inducedby shear stress to the brain tissue caused by rotational or angular forces.*
A concussion may becaused by a direct blow to the head, face, neck or elsewhere on the body, but adirect impact to the head is not always required to sustain a concussion;impulsive forces transmitted to the brain may be sufficient to result in injuryto the brain.*
What is Baseline Testing?
A one hour comprehensive assessment including: ImPACT computerized neuropsychological test measuring memory, speedof mental processing, reaction time and executive brain function.
Performed by R2P and ImPACT certified physiotherapists at Cochrane Physiotherapy. Our goal is to return you to sport, school, and your daily activities in a safe and timely manner.
As well as a hands on assessment of:
• Detailed medical history
• Cervical screen
• Vesibulo-Ocular motor function
• Ocular Motor Control
• Balance
Why Do it?
Baseline testing is an important first step inconcussion management as it provides each individual with personalized baseline scores that can be used as a comparison in the event of a concussion. Having a baseline for each athlete would allow the athlete, parents and coaches to make more appropriate return to play decisions.
What is Concussion Rehabilitation?
- A systematic, evidence-based approach to establishing treatment goals and priorities based on an individuals’ symptoms and level of dysfunction (as compared to their baseline scores and as measured through the post-concussion assessment).
- 1.5 hour comprehensive assessment including the ImPACT computerized neuropsychological test, along with a hands on assessment of the cervical region, vestibular function, visual impairments, ocular motor control, autonomic dysfunctions, balance, and the Buffalo Concussion Treadmill test.
Pricing
Individual Baseline Test ........................................................ $95.00
Group/team rate (5+) ........................................................... $85.00
Post-Concussion Assessment ............................................. $120.00
Post-Concussion Treatment ................................................. $75.00
ComplexTreatment ................................................................ $95.00
(McCrory et al., 2013 and Scorza et al., 2012).