What is a concussion? A concussion is a brain injury caused by acceleration or deceleration of the brain following a significant impact to the head or elsewhere on the body. The impact causes biochemical imbalances within brain cells, resulting in decreased blood flow and temporary energy deficits. Symptoms may include loss of consciousness, headache, pressure […]
Your neck is an extremely complex structure made up of bones, joints, muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments and blood vessels. This complex make-up allows it to balance the demands placed upon it in having to hold up the weight of your head (which can weigh up to 5kg) and also allow you to move accurately in […]
Whiplash is the term used to describe the acceleration-deceleration forces on the neck that may occur in a motor vehicle accident. Experiencing neck pain is common following a MVA and many people recover in a matter of days or weeks. However some people may develop long-term neck pain, therefore it is essential to manage the […]