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Concussion & Vestibular Rehabilitation Physiotherapy Treatment in Toronto
These are two special forms of physiotherapy offered at our physiotherapy clinics in Toronto. These programs are overseen by Paul Godlewski, PT. Treatment is provided by Paul and other physiotherapy associates with specific training in these conditions.
Concussion Rehabilitation Therapy (CRT)
CRT is a form of physiotherapy that uses a science-based treatment protocol to address the symptoms of a concussion and post-concussion syndrome.
A concussion is a clinical condition which usually results in a temporary change in brain function. It may or may not lead to a loss of consciousness. Although the skull and the surrounding cerebrospinal fluid offer protection from trauma to the brain, it does not absorb all of the impact of a blow. A blow to the head or body can cause trauma to the nerve fibers and bruising of the brain substance itself.
Concussions occur from a variety of causes such as sports, motor vehicle accidents, accidents at home, and other traumatic injuries. Post-concussion syndrome is a condition that arises for some individuals in the months following a concussion. It should not be considered as just a long-lasting concussion, but as a different condition that needs different treatment approaches.
Treatment Plans for Concussions and Post-Concussion Syndrome
Our CRT program in Toronto involves two phases. The first phase, designed for recent concussions, involves six components: education, symptom relief, desensitization therapies, balance training, neck rehab therapy, and a stepwise approach to return to activity.
The second phase, designed for longer lasting concussions, also involves six components: sub-symptom cardio exercise, vision rehab therapy, vestibular rehab therapy, cognitive rehab therapy, activity reconditioning, and stepwise return to activity.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT)
VRT is a type of physiotherapy that uses special maneuvers and customized exercises to improve vertigo, dizziness, and balance disorders.
Vertigo and dizziness can be caused by conditions such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), labyrinthitis, vestibular neuronitis, acoustic neuroma, concussions, Ménière’s disease, disuse atrophy, and neuropathy.
How can we treat vestibular and balance issues?
Our six-part VRT treatment plan in Toronto is designed to provide lasting alleviation of symptoms of vestibular disorders. Canalith repositioning entails hands-on maneuvers to treat BPPV.
Symptom relief includes treatments such as acupuncture for headaches and nausea. Gaze stability and substitution exercises are for individuals with unilateral and bilateral vestibular loss. Balance and gait training is used to improve balance both sitting and standing still, and while moving. Habituation exercises are used to help overcome motion sickness and sensitivity. Finally, stepwise return to activity is the component that prepares you for a gradual return to work, leisure, and sports activities.
Before beginning a VRT or CRT program in Toronto for a vestibular and balance Disorder or concussion and post-concussion syndrome, it is important to consult your doctor.
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Y Leung
2024-12-23
This is a great place to take your classes or exercise therapy. I was there for the GLA:D exercise programme led by Sarah Phillips. She was clear, concise and encouraging when needed. The reception staff are friendly and professional. All in all, a very good experience and convenient location too.
Tahira Gonsalves
2024-12-09
Trevor was great! He provided detailed information (which I asked for 😀) to understand my injury (damaged ligaments on my foot), and provided a very reasonable and doable exercise/physio regimen, which he adjusted as my recovery progressed. Staff at the clinic are also lovely! Thank you!
Cindy Tavener
2024-12-09
Great place -Everyone from front desk to my physio Nikhil very focused on my needs.
Nikhil was also a great listener we made a care plan and both reviewed my progress as i healed he was also open to my suggestions.I will be happy to return if /when injured again.
Baran Akpınar
2024-11-29
I had the pleasure of working with Sarah Phillips through my recovery from a torn Achilles. She kept me informed at every stage, explained what to expect, and adjusted my therapy to overcome any challenges. Thanks to her expertise, I made consistent progress and had an excellent overall recovery at the end.
Beyond her skill, Sarah’s warm and friendly personality made every session enjoyable and motivating. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of expert, compassionate physiotherapy care.
Michelle Hachey
2024-11-06
My good friend recommended me to the Dr. was very honest and very helpful in telling me what to go going forward. Gave me exercises to do at home. How to handle stairs with less pain.
Would highly recommend him if you are in pain of any kind. Very helpful and near public transit.
Naeem Toronto
2024-11-02
I am going to participate in program from Monday,Nov 03,2024
Elaine Gergolas
2024-10-26
I booked a series of appointments to try and establish a good therapeutic schedule and after the first one the therapist insisted I come back to see her earlier than planned - which I did... booking a 45 minute follow-up that turned into a distracted 20 minutes of her note taking... they did adjust the billing to reflect a 30 minute session but it was not an auspicious start.
Then I received a garbled voicemail that seemed to cancel my third appointment - which I had booked a month in advance. It blamed the error on someone at the clinic who forgot to update the schedule... but both my follow-ups to confirm / reschedule were completely ignored.
Consider another company or at least another location...
VR S
2024-10-18
the staff is just awesome, I was having pain in my shoulder which few other places were not able to figure out, Danny spotted the cause and fixed the problem. I am thankful to him and East Toronto Orthopaedic staff from the bottom of my heart
