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Concussion rehabilitation.

A gradual, symptom-informed approach supporting recovery and safe return to daily activity, work, school, exercise or recreation.

Patient completing guided rehabilitation with a physiotherapist
Guided Recovery Assessment • Pacing • Progress
Progress at the Right Pace

Rehabilitation shaped around your symptoms.

Concussion symptoms and recovery timelines can vary from person to person. Physiotherapy may help assess movement-related concerns and support a gradual return to activity.

Your treatment plan is based on your symptoms, current tolerance, daily demands and recovery goals.

  • Dizziness or balance concerns
  • Headache or neck-related symptoms
  • Reduced exercise tolerance
  • Difficulty returning to regular activities
  • Planning a paced return to work, school or recreation
Concussion Symptoms

Symptoms can affect more than one part of your life.

Medical assessment is important following a suspected concussion. Symptoms may change over time.

01

Headache

Head discomfort may be associated with the concussion, neck or other contributing factors.

02

Dizziness and Balance

Some people experience dizziness, unsteadiness or reduced movement confidence.

03

Light and Noise Sensitivity

Busy, bright or noisy environments may temporarily increase symptoms.

04

Difficulty Concentrating

Thinking, memory, screen use, work and school tasks may feel more demanding.

05

Fatigue

Physical and mental activities may require additional pacing and rest.

06

Sleep or Mood Changes

Changes in sleep, irritability, anxiety or mood can occur during recovery.

Rehabilitation Process

A structured return to activity.

Rehabilitation may involve education, symptom monitoring and gradual activity progression based on your response.

If activity significantly worsens symptoms, the plan may be adjusted to allow more recovery before progressing.

01

Review and Assess

Discuss the injury, symptoms, medical care and current activity tolerance.

02

Identify Priorities

Assess relevant balance, neck, movement and exercise factors.

03

Build Tolerance

Introduce appropriate activity and exercise at a manageable level.

04

Return Gradually

Progress toward everyday activity, work, school or recreation.

Rehabilitation May Include

Care connected to your recovery goals.

Balance and Dizziness

Selected balance, movement and visual exercises may be used when appropriate.

Neck-Related Symptoms

Assessment may identify neck mobility, muscle or movement factors contributing to symptoms.

Exercise Tolerance

Gradual low-impact exercise may support return to physical activity when medically appropriate.

Activity Pacing

Practical strategies may help balance activity, symptom response and recovery.

Medical Emergency Warning

Know when to seek immediate medical care

Call 911 or go to an emergency department if a person with a head injury develops serious or rapidly worsening symptoms, including:

  • Increasing difficulty waking or staying alert
  • Worsening confusion, agitation or unusual behaviour
  • A severe or rapidly worsening headache
  • Slurred speech or difficulty speaking
  • Sudden weakness affecting one side
  • Repeated vomiting
  • Seizure activity or loss of consciousness
  • Blood or clear fluid from the nose or ears
Concussion Rehabilitation in Cochrane

Visit CarePoint on Horse Creek Road.

Unit 3103, 100 Horse Creek Road, Cochrane, Alberta T4C 2N8

Guided Recovery

Book a concussion rehabilitation assessment.

View current appointment availability through our secure CarePoint booking portal.