Effects of Physiotherapy in Individuals With Persistent Symptoms Following Concussion

Physiotherapy Treatment (Including Vestibular Rehabilitation) Compared to Rest in Individuals With Persistent Symptoms of Dizziness, Neck Pain and/or Headache Following Sport-related Concussion.

The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of a combined physiotherapy treatment (including vestibular rehabilitation and treatment for the cervical spine) in youth and young adults with ongoing symptoms of dizziness, neck pain and headaches following a sport-related concussion.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of Sport-related concussion as per the Third International Consensus Guidelines
• Persistent symptoms (greater than 10 days) of dizziness, unsteadiness, neck pain and/or headaches reported on the Sport Concussion Assessment Tool 2 (SCAT2)
• Clinical examination findings suggesting vestibular and/or cervical spine involvement

Exclusion Criteria:

• Fracture, other neurological conditions, musculoskeletal injuries (other than the cervical spine) that restrict activity and medications that affect neural adaptation