Concussion Management in Horseshoe Bay

If you’ve experienced a blow to the head, whiplash, or a hard fall, you may be dealing with a concussion — a mild brain injury that can affect balance, focus, and energy. At Horseshoe Bay Health, our concussion management specialists provide safe, evidence-based care to help you recover fully and get back to work, sport, and everyday life.

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What Is a Concussion?

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a direct hit or sudden jolt to the head or body. Even if you didn’t lose consciousness, the brain can move inside the skull, disrupting normal function.

Common causes include:

  • Sports collisions or falls

  • Motor vehicle accidents

  • Workplace or recreational injuries

  • Slips and falls around the home

While symptoms often appear right away, they can also develop hours or even days after the injury, which is why early assessment is so important.

Common Signs and Symptoms

Everyone’s concussion experience is different, but the most common symptoms include:

Physical:

  • Headache or pressure in the head

  • Dizziness or balance problems

  • Nausea or vomiting

  • Sensitivity to light or noise

Cognitive:

  • Difficulty concentrating or remembering things

  • Feeling mentally foggy or slowed down

Emotional and Sleep-related:

  • Irritability, mood changes, or anxiety

  • Fatigue or trouble sleeping

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms after a head injury, it’s important to seek care from a qualified concussion professional. Our team can assess and guide your recovery safely. Go to the emergency department immediately if you experience repeated vomiting, worsening headache, slurred speech, loss of consciousness, seizures, or unusual behaviour.

Our Concussion Management Approach

We begin with a detailed evaluation of your symptoms, balance, coordination, eye movement, and cognitive function to understand how your injury is affecting you.

Your recovery plan may include:

  • Vestibular rehabilitation for balance and dizziness

  • Visual retraining for eye tracking and coordination

  • Neck and spine therapy for whiplash-related symptoms

  • Guided return-to-activity plans for sport, work, and school

We track your progress closely and adjust your treatment plan as your brain heals, helping you return safely and confidently to your normal activities.

Meet Your Concussion Care Team

We combine clinical expertise with personalized attention to help you recover safely — without rushing your return to activity. We’re proud to serve the Horseshoe Bay, Lions Bay, Bowen Island and West Vancouver communities with expert concussion care close to home.