Concussion is a serious condition which cannot be diagnosed via imaging; and, despite popular belief, the symptoms of concussion are not always a loss of consciousness following a head knock. Sometimes, there aren’t any intense symptoms experienced at all, which means concussion can sometimes go undiagnosed and untreated. This is a serious concern, as emerging research has identified a link between recurrent and/or undiagnosed concussions, and serious degenerative neurological conditions, such as Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. So, not reporting a concussion, or returning to sport too early could be seriously damaging your health.
Wellness Embodied are passionate about correctly assessing, managing and rehabilitating concussion injuries. Our Cairns concussion baseline testing services are an integral part of our concussion management and rehabilitation ‘toolkit’. By conducting Cairns concussion baseline testing annually, we establish a reliable measurement of symptom scores, balance, reaction time and memory, to compare against should you sustain a concussion. This enables us to tailor our services, addressing specific areas, and help you return to the field, safely. Our Cairns baseline testing service is available for individuals, as well as team packages.
You do not need a referral to book an appointment for our Cairns concussion baseline testing services, but you do need to pre-book. Please note bookings need to be made by phone (can not be made online), so please call our clinic on 07 4231 9777 and mention you are booking an appointment at our Cairns Concussion Clinic. Our Concussion Practitioners are Clara Andrich, Alyza Brown, Maigi Korbe and Francesco De Vito.
Francesco believes in an evidence-based approach and values building a trusting and collaborative relationship with his patients, providing support throughout their recovery and disease management journey. Francesco speaks English and Italian.
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Alyza is one of our trained Concussion Management Practitioners and provides Physiotherapy services to local sporting teams, including the Wanderers Rugby Union. She is also our Running and Strength / Movement Assessment Physiotherapist.
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Please note Clara is currently on Maternity Leave. Clara is a passionate physiotherapist who is always learning and encourages our team to do the same, in her role as Lead Physiotherapist for the Wellness Embodied ‘Dizzy Clinic’. She is one of our Concussion Management Physiotherapists and our main Vestibular Physiotherapist, using the Vesticam goggles and evidence based techniques to assist those suffering with vertigo, balance issues and persistant dizziness. Clara speaks English, Spanish and basic Auslan.
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Maigi is passionate about helping people and enjoys working as a physiotherapist. She has a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation and has undertaken extensive training in this area, and uses Vesticam infrared video goggles during sessions. Maigi is also one of our Concussions trained clinicians and assists people who have sustained a concussion with their recovery.
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