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Concussions and Minimising effects of Sports Injury

Concussion has quickly become one of the most discussed health issues in sport worldwide. On the back of the increased attention towards the management of concussion the AFL has introduced a new rule which bans players returning to the field after a concussion. At Greensborough Family Chiropractic (Tel: 03 9432 4644), experienced chiropractors (including an ex AFL team chiropractor) and health practitioners with brain (chiropractic neuro-rehabilitation also known as functional neurology in USA) training are available to check on your injury. We have access to the same concussion assessment tools used world wide for assessing athletes. Please note there are no chiropractic specialities in Australia.

But why all of a sudden is there so much interest in concussion?
The increased attention on concussion has resulted from new evidence that has provided a better understanding of the short and long term effects of concussion. This new understanding has allowed for the development of efficient and effective ways in which to diagnose and manage those suspected of suffering a concussion.

What has changed in regards to concussion?
Where once concussion was difficult to diagnose and easy to mask, new tests have made this process much clearer. Concussions tests are no longer only for athletes that are knocked unconscious, and they are much more accurate for children.

Are my kids safe from concussion?
Where once we thought a young brain is better placed to resist damage than an older adult brain recent studies show that the developing brain is actually more vulnerable to the effects of concussion.

 
How Can Greensborough Family Chiropractic help with concussion related injury?
Concussion usually results in temporary problems that can include headaches and impairments to concentration, memory, judgement, balance and coordination. The acceleration and deceleration of the brain against the inside of the skull is what causes the brain to be irritated and leads to interrupted function.
When left to resolve untreated, current neuropathology research indicates that significant regeneration of damaged neural connections can occur, but the regenerated neural connections are often left in an idle and much less efficient state than those that undergo active care.
At Greensborough Family Chiropractic, Dr. Mark Potter has considerable experience treating concussed athletes having worked at the Geelong Football Club. He also has access to the same concussion assessment tools used world wide for assessing athletes. Dr Mark is available to see players who need assessment or treatment for injury and concussion. Managers, coaches and trainers would your club like to benefit from Dr. Mark Potter’s knowledge? If you are interested in training sessions for coaches and team managers to learn how to use these tests to recognise concussion and how to recognise if a player needs medical attention. Contact Dr Mark at Greensborough family chiropractic (03) 94324644 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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