A Brain First approach to recovery and regulation

A concussion is a brain injury, not just a head knock.

Even when scans appear normal, the brain can struggle to regulate balance, vision, coordination, energy, and focus. This is why symptoms often persist long after the initial injury.

A Brain First approach focuses on restoring how the brain processes information so recovery can progress fully and safely.

When to see a concussion Chiropractor

Early support can improve outcomes, but care is also effective months or years after injury.

This approach is suitable if you:

• Have lingering symptoms after concussion

• Feel unsteady or disconnected in your body

• Struggle with focus, fatigue, or recovery

Have not improved with rest alone

Common concussion symptoms

Concussion symptoms can be subtle or obvious and often change over time.

These may include:

• Dizziness or balance issues

• Headaches or migraines

• Brain fog or difficulty concentrating

• Sensitivity to light or noise

• Fatigue or sleep disruption

• Neck pain or stiffness

• Anxiety or feeling unsettled

If symptoms are ongoing, the nervous system may still be dysregulated.

Why a Brain First Chiropractic approach works

Concussion disrupts how the brain integrates sensory input from the eyes, inner ear, muscles, and joints.

When this integration is impaired, the body compensates. These compensations can keep symptoms active even when the injury itself has healed.

Brain First care focuses on:

• Restoring balance system integration

• Improving eye and movement coordination

• Reducing nervous system overload

• Supporting regulation and recovery

This approach addresses the drivers of symptoms, not just their expression

How concussion Chiropractic Care is delivered

Care is personalised and guided by neurological findings.

Treatment may include:

• Balance and eye movement based neurological input

• Brain based chiropractic care

• Gentle nervous system regulation strategies

• Targeted movement and coordination work

• Support for neck and postural involvement

• LASER therapy (link to article)

All care is adapted to your current tolerance to avoid symptom flare ups

Start your concussion recovery today

Concussion recovery does not require pushing through symptoms. It requires restoring balance within the brain and nervous system.