Concussion Rehabilitation

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Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a sudden bump, blow or jolt to the head—or an impact to the body that forces the brain to move rapidly inside the skull. Concussions can happen to anyone, not just athletes. Common causes can include workplace accidents, motor vehicle collisions and falls.

Early Concussion Recognition Matters

Concussions are invisible injuries. Symptoms may appear immediately or develop days or even weeks later, making timely evaluation critical for recovery and safety.

Common Concussion Symptoms

Baseline Testing for Safer Recovery

MercyOne offers advanced concussion baseline testing to help protect your health at many locations:

Personalized pre-injury screening using advanced technology
Post-injury retesting to confirm safe return to work, school or sports
Baseline tests remain valid for 2 years

Concussion baseline testing provides a personalized, objective benchmark of a person’s healthy brain function that healthcare professionals can use for comparison if a head injury occurs. This data is crucial for accurate diagnosis, effective concussion management and safe return to activity.

Why Baseline Testing Matters

Objective Assessment: Gives clear data on normal brain function (memory, reaction time, balance) before injury—removes guesswork.
Early Detection: Helps spot concussion-related cognitive issues quickly for faster, accurate treatment.
Return-to-Classroom/Play Decisions: Ensures brain has healed before resuming activities—reduces risk of second concussion.
Personalized Care: Creates tailored treatment and recovery plans based on individual needs.

Baseline testing is recommended for any active person, especially those involved in contact or collision sports.

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