Concussion Management Workshop - Level 2

The Level 2 Concussion Management Workshop builds on the information taught in the Level 1 course and aims to apply the treatment techniques to different complex case studies. 

The learning goals of the Level 2 course are to be able to prioritize and classify assessment findings using the Integrated Neuro Systems Framework, to help determine treatment strategies and order of treatment, to review some of the latest research with a focus on the areas of vision & vestibular rehabilitation, active rehabilitation, sleep and return to work. 

There will be some interactive online polling, small and large group discussion to share knowledge and enhance learning and problem solving, a shorter break out task and demonstration of some useful smartphone apps to use in rehab.

CARE Consortium Research Review

Including removal from play, return to play and gender differences.  Intimate Partner violence, pathophysiology and Sport concussion vs mild Traumatic Brain Injury 

Classification of Persistent Symptoms after Traumatic Brain Injury

Review of different classification systems and introduction of Integrated Neuro Systems Framework (INSF) to guide assessment and treatment approach. 

mTBI Symptom Management

Sleep strategies & review of literature, review of top priorities and treatment strategies including addressing sensory sensitivities, sleep, and planning & pacing

Sleep

Review of the Literature and treatment strategies

Active Rehab & Exercise

Review of the Literature 

Group Breakout task

Scheduling for 12 year old returning to school with persistent symptoms

Vision and Vestibular Research

Review of the Literature 

Case Study #1 –Work Related Injury

Small group work to review case and utilize the INSF to highlight relevant assessment findings and develop and prioritize treatment plan.  Review assessment and treatment in large group discussion 

Return to Work

Review of the Literature 

Case Study #2 – Motor Vehicle Accident

Small group work to review case and utilize the INSF to highlight relevant assessment findings and develop and prioritize treatment plan.  Review assessment and treatment in large group discussion 

App Exploration

Depending on time we will look more closely at some useful apps to use for treatment.

Questions & Wrap up