A concussion is a brain injury. Even when you look fine and the scan is clear, your brain still needs proper care.
A concussion isn't just your brain hitting the inside of your skull. It's more like your brain stretching and jiggling like Jello.This sudden movement causes millions of brain cells to fire all at once, creating an "electrical storm" that uses up a lot of energy. After this, your brain's energy levels drop significantly and can take weeks, sometimes up to 45 days, to fully recover.
Most people start feeling better within 7 to 10 days, but about 30% experience ongoing symptoms called Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS). These persistent symptoms can be caused by several factors, including reduced blood flow to the brain, inflammation, hormone imbalances, visual and balance problems, neck injuries, and even psychological effects like anxiety or depression.
Because the brain is vulnerable during this recovery phase, getting another concussion too soon can lead to a much longer recovery, sometimes 3 to 4 months. That's why it's worth understanding what's happening inside your brain, avoiding repeat injury, and getting the right care early on to protect your health and speed your recovery.
Concussions can seriously impact your ability to work, play sports, or even socialise. While many recover within about 10 days, over 30% of patients suffer symptoms for months or even years. Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) isn't just a lingering brain injury. It involves multiple body systems including the autonomic nervous system, blood flow, neck function, vision, inflammation, and hormones.
That's why effective treatment looks beyond just the brain. Our concussion physiotherapists work closely with you to identify the exact causes of your ongoing symptoms. We then develop a personalised plan tailored to your needs, which may include physical rehab, vision therapy, neck treatment, dietary changes, and mental health support.
Patients are 2–5x more likely to be re-injured if recovery isn't properly managed.
Many need structured, active intervention. Early management can reduce this figure to as low as 5%.
Concussions don't show up on standard brain scans. They're diagnosed through clinical assessment, so don't delay care thinking a scan will 'clear' someone.
Proper care isn't guesswork. It requires concussion-specific rehab, structured protocols, and specialist oversight.
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