Concussion Rehabilitation
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
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Impaired balance
- Confusion or memory loss
- Ringing in the ears
- Neck pain
- Difficulty concentrating
- Sensitivity to light or noise
- Personality or behavior changes
- Loss of consciousness
If you experience any of these symptoms after an injury, seek medical attention promptly.
Baseline Testing for Safer Recovery
MercyOne offers advanced concussion baseline testing to help protect your health:
- Personalized pre-injury screening using advanced technology
- Post-injury retesting to confirm safe return to work, school or sports
- Baseline tests remain valid for three 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-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.
Comprehensive Rehabilitation
Our team of specialized physical, speech and occupational therapists provides individualized care to manage concussion-related symptoms and promote faster recovery.
We closely monitor your progress and guide your safe return to daily activities.
Explore clinics that offer concussion rehabilitation near you.
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MercyOne Bellevue Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
200 North 2nd Street - Bellevue, IA 52031
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MercyOne North Iowa Rehabilitation Services - Physical Therapy
Cheslea Creek 1501 4th Street Southwest - Mason City, IA 50401
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MercyOne Ankeny Physical Therapy
800 East 1st Street Suite 2000 - Ankeny, IA 50021
