Concussion Baseline Testing

CONCUSSION BASELINE TESTING

Accidents can happen when you play sports.

While we can’t predict when or if a concussion may happen, having a pre-concussion baseline for you or your child is extremely helpful.

We direct bill extended health insurance plans. No referral needed.

What is Concussion Baseline Testing?

Baseline concussion testing is a set of examinations that test your balance, reaction time, memory, coordination and your body’s muscle and nerve function. The testing uses computers for measuring your balance and brain function.

A physiotherapist will perform a musculoskeletal exam to measure your upper body strength, range of motion and reflexes. In the event of concussion, all of these tests are standard practice, so having a baseline test allows for your rehabilitation team to make better decisions to guide your rehabilitation to your most optimum recovery.

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Who Should Be Tested?

Anyone who participates in sports where there is a risk of concussion. Eg., Cycling, rugby, football, soccer, horseback riding, gymnastics, martial arts, hockey, motorcross, skiing/snowboarding. By administering the same set of tests *BEFORE* injury that are standard following a concussion, in the event of injury we are able to manage the fastest return to school and activities without compromising recovery.

Concussion Baseline Testing Has 4 Parts:

Your concussion baseline testing physiotherapist in Victoria, BC will guide you through these four aspects:

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1. Impact.

Computerized neurocognitive assessment that is FDA approved and the most widely used in North America as a baseline assessment for concussions. It can also be used after a concussion to track your progress. Takes approximately 20-30 minutes to complete.

2. Visual Ocular Motor Screen.

This tool is administered by the physiotherapist and it looks at how your brain, eye and inner ear coordinate.

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3. Sway.

Computerized assessment of balance and reaction time is FDA and Health Canada cleared. It takes approximately 10 minutes to administer the test.

4. Musculoskeletal Exam.

This is administered by the physiotherapist and it assesses your upper body range of motion and nerve function.

In total a baseline assessment can take up to 1 hour. The results are valid for 12-24 months if you do not sustain a concussion.

Sports that are high risk for contact or head injury should repeated their baseline assessment at this time.

YOUR VICTORIA CONCUSSION BASELINE TESTING PHYSIO TEAM

Lauren Macauley

BSc. Kin, MSc.PT, FCAMPT, CGIMS, CAFCI

CONCUSSION BASELINE TESTING IN VICTORIA, BC

Baseline testing is a good choice if you or your child participates in any activity where there is a risk of concussion.

By having a baseline, in the event of injury we are able to safely determine your fastest return to daily activities without compromising recovery or causing harm.
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Heidi Ullrich
Heidi Ullrich
17:55 11 May 21
Matt Rose is an incredible physio- helped me through years of swimming related shoulder injuries, and many other sport and non sport related injuries- he is very thorough, and identifies all possible contributors to every imbalance and injury. Truly so grateful for the team at Broadmead Physioread more
Jennifer Baker-d'Anjou
Jennifer Baker-d'Anjou
19:23 09 Apr 21
Amazing office. They are caring and honest with you. Keep you on track and work with you to get the best recovery possible. My physiotherapist is Lauren and I cannot praise this woman and her expertise enough. The front end staff are so kind. Amazing office. I'm so glad I was referred over by a co-worker.read more
Mark Blackman
Mark Blackman
23:12 11 Jan 21
I was referred to Paul Macintyre by an awesome ER Dr who also saw Paul. That in itself was good enough. In fact she gave me one of his appointments because it was pretty difficult to get in.Paul's experience is validated by not only his thorough and accredited knowledge of athletic physiology, but by also carrying around a pretty beaten up one of his own. More validation.Expect a friendly (like walking into someone's living room kinda feel) atmosphere and also the satisfaction that you're working with the most up to date equipment.Nothing but great things to say about this physiotherapist.Office staff are pretty cool too. There. 🏋️‍♀️read more
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17:57 20 Feb 20
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Nels Anvik
Nels Anvik
23:28 03 Jul 19
I went to Broadmead Physio after struggling to get back on the bike after a severe round of patella/knee pain. Jacob identified the root cause and worked with me to design a strengthening program to treat the underlying issue and not just the symptoms. I went from a fully locked up knee and limping around to back on the bike and being active withing a few weeks. Great service at Broadmead, and I highly recommend them.read more
Tristan Abbott
Tristan Abbott
16:40 18 Apr 19
This clinic and their staff are fantastic. I've been seeing Nicholas and Paul for the past year to treat upper shoulder and neck pain; they've helped me work through a nagging injury that's lasted well over 2 years. After bouncing around from clinic to clinic, finally found a solution. Thank you!read more
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