Learn how massage may support neck or shoulder tension after a concussion, and how Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare and the Calgary Concussion Centre assesses, diagnoses, and plans care. […]
Are Massages Good for Concussions?
Category: Concussion
Can You Get Concussed Without Hitting Your Head?
Can you get concussed without hitting your head? Learn about the causes, signs, and concussion care with Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare in Calgary. […]
Quiz: Do I Have a Concussion?
You hit your head during a game, slipped on ice, or got rear-ended at a stoplight. Now your head aches, your thoughts feel foggy, and you’re wondering if something is actually wrong. Our team at Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare understands how frustrating that uncertainty feels, especially when you still feel “off” days later. If you took […]
When Should You See a Concussion Physiotherapist?
Experiencing concussion symptoms? Discover recovery timelines and physiotherapy treatment with Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare in Calgary, Alberta. […]
What Are the Stages of Concussion Recovery?
You hit your head during a fall or accident, and now you’re dealing with headaches, dizziness, or confusion. Your brain needs time to heal, but you’re probably wondering what comes next and how long recovery can take. At Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare, we understand that each person’s recovery journey is unique, which is why our […]
Can You Sleep With a Concussion?
If you or someone you care about has had a head injury, it’s natural to feel unsure about what to do next, especially when it comes to sleep. You may have heard that people with concussions should stay awake, but that advice is outdated. Yes, in most cases, you can sleep after a concussion. Rest […]
How Many Concussions Are Too Many?
On the football field, the hockey rink, and the rugby pitch, concussions are not uncommon. Contact sports have a high rate of players getting hit or falling, leading to concussions. But you can get concussions off the sports field, too. Falling off a ladder, experiencing a slip and fall on ice, or getting into a […]
Can You Workout with a Concussion?
When you’re an active person, a concussion can feel like a sudden halt to your everyday routines. The very nature of a concussion, with its immediate and occasionally lingering symptoms, necessitates a period of rest and recovery. But as the days pass, the question lingers: Can you work out with a concussion? Exercising with a […]
Can You Get a Concussion From Whiplash?
A concussion is mild traumatic brain damage produced by sudden rapid acceleration and deceleration within the body, causing a stretching and shearing within neurons of the brain . These acceleration and deceleration motions are typically induced by a blow to the head, face, neck, or torso, with the force transferred to the brain. Whiplash is […]
Concussion
Concussions can be scary. They can be overwhelming. And they can be lonely. Initially you may feel as though you’re in a dark spot, but we are here to bring color back to your life! Did you know that a mere 7-10 years ago, absolute rest in a dark room, with no physical and/or cognitive […]
