Concussion Treatment & Rehabilitation in Wilmington, NC

Specialized Concussion Care at REJUVENATION Chiropractic + Sports Rehab

If you are experiencing headaches, dizziness, vision problems, neck pain, fatigue, exercise intolerance, or other persistent symptoms after a concussion, a comprehensive concussion evaluation can help determine what may be contributing to your symptoms.

REJUVENATION Chiropractic + Sports Rehab provides concussion evaluation and rehabilitation in Wilmington, NC for athletes and active individuals recovering from concussions and head injuries.

Our approach goes beyond simply monitoring symptoms. We evaluate multiple systems that can be affected following a concussion and develop an individualized rehabilitation plan to help you safely return to school, work, exercise, and sport.

What Is a Concussion?

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that can occur after a direct impact to the head or from forces transmitted to the brain following an impact to the body.

Concussion symptoms can vary significantly from person to person and may include:

  • Headaches or pressure in the head

  • Dizziness or balance problems

  • Neck pain

  • Blurred vision or difficulty focusing

  • Light or noise sensitivity

  • Fatigue

  • Brain fog or difficulty concentrating

  • Motion sensitivity

  • Exercise intolerance

  • Sleep disturbances

  • Feeling lightheaded when standing

  • Difficulty returning to school, work, exercise, or sport

For some patients, symptoms resolve relatively quickly. Others may experience persistent post-concussion symptoms that benefit from additional evaluation and targeted rehabilitation.

Comprehensive Concussion Evaluation

Concussions can affect several interconnected systems. Our Wilmington concussion clinic evaluates the areas most relevant to your individual symptoms and recovery.

Assessment may include:

  • Neurological and musculoskeletal examination

  • Cervical spine function

  • Balance and coordination

  • Vestibular function

  • Oculomotor and visual function

  • Autonomic and orthostatic response

  • Exercise and exertional tolerance

  • Symptom response to activity

The goal is to determine which systems may be contributing to ongoing symptoms and develop a rehabilitation plan based on those findings.

Concussion Rehabilitation

Concussion treatment is not one-size-fits-all. Depending on your evaluation, your concussion rehabilitation program may include:

Cervical Spine Rehabilitation

Neck injuries can occur alongside a concussion and may contribute to headaches, dizziness, stiffness, and other symptoms. Treatment may include manual therapy, mobility work, strengthening, and cervical rehabilitation.

Vestibular & Balance Rehabilitation

For patients experiencing dizziness, imbalance, or motion sensitivity, targeted vestibular and balance exercises may be incorporated into care.

Oculomotor & Visual Rehabilitation

Concussions can affect eye tracking, convergence, visual focus, and tolerance to visually demanding environments. Rehabilitation may include individualized oculomotor exercises when indicated.

Autonomic & Orthostatic Rehabilitation

Some individuals experience changes in heart-rate regulation, exercise tolerance, or symptoms when transitioning from lying or sitting to standing after a concussion.

When indicated, we assess orthostatic and autonomic responses and use symptom-guided exercise progression to help improve tolerance to physical activity.

Exertional Rehabilitation

Complete rest is not always the endpoint of concussion recovery. When appropriate, progressive exercise can be incorporated to gradually restore cardiovascular and physical tolerance.

Return to Sport & Activity

For athletes, concussion rehabilitation may progress from controlled exercise to increasingly sport-specific demands. Our goal is to help athletes safely rebuild the physical and neurological demands required for their sport.

## Sports Concussion Care in Wilmington, NC

Athletes require more than symptom resolution. Returning to competition may require balance, vision, reaction, cardiovascular tolerance, cervical function, and sport-specific demands to work together effectively.

Our sports medicine background allows us to approach concussion rehabilitation with the athlete's ultimate goal in mind: a safe and confident return to performance.

We work with youth, recreational, collegiate, competitive, and professional athletes, as well as active adults recovering from concussion.

Collaborative Concussion Management

Concussion care may require a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

When appropriate, we coordinate care or refer patients to physicians, sports medicine providers, neurologists, neuro-optometry/ophthalmology, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals.

Patients with concerning symptoms or signs of a more serious head injury should receive appropriate urgent or emergency medical evaluation.

When Should I Seek Concussion Rehabilitation?

Consider scheduling a concussion evaluation if you continue to experience symptoms after a head injury or concussion, particularly if symptoms interfere with:

  • School or studying

  • Computer or screen use

  • Work

  • Driving

  • Exercise

  • Sports participation

  • Balance or movement

  • Daily activities

You do not have to simply wait and hope persistent symptoms disappear. A detailed evaluation can help identify areas that may benefit from targeted rehabilitation.

Concussion Clinic in Wilmington, NC

If you are looking for concussion treatment, concussion rehabilitation, sports concussion care, or post-concussion rehabilitation in Wilmington, North Carolina, REJUVENATION Chiropractic + Sports Rehab provides individualized care designed around your symptoms, functional needs, and goals.

Our goal is to identify what may be limiting your recovery and create a clear path toward returning to the activities that matter to you.

Schedule your concussion evaluation at REJUVENATION Chiropractic + Sports Rehab in Wilmington, NC.