Post Concussion Physical Therapy Clinic in Park Ridge, NJ

At The Spine & Health Center, we understand that recovering from a concussion requires specialized care and expertise. Our post-concussion physical therapy program is designed to help patients in our community overcome the lingering effects of concussion—a form of mild traumatic brain injury—so they can safely return to their daily lives.

Many individuals experience persistent symptoms after a concussion, including headaches, dizziness, balance difficulties, neck pain, fatigue, and trouble concentrating. These issues, known collectively as post-concussion syndrome, can significantly impact quality of life. Our experienced team at The Spine & Health Center is dedicated to addressing these symptoms through a personalized, comprehensive rehabilitation approach.

Our physical therapists are skilled in concussion management and perform thorough assessments of each patient’s balance, coordination, vision, neck mobility, and overall physical function. Based on your unique needs, our specialists develop a customized treatment plan that may include:

– Balance and coordination exercises to restore stability and confidence in movement
– Vestibular rehabilitation techniques for dizziness or vertigo
– Manual therapy and targeted exercises to relieve neck pain and improve mobility
– Gradual, supervised aerobic conditioning to help the brain and body safely adapt to increased activity levels

Education is integral to our approach at The Spine & Health Center. We empower our patients with the knowledge to recognize their limits, manage symptoms, and pace their activities appropriately. Our team provides ongoing support and guidance throughout the recovery process, helping you avoid overexertion and minimize the risk of symptom recurrence.

At The Spine & Health Center, our specialized team recognizes the critical role that post-concussion physical therapy plays in recovery. Concussions can lead to a range of symptoms, including headaches, dizziness, balance problems, neck pain, and cognitive difficulties such as trouble with concentration and memory. Our physical therapists, experienced in concussion management, begin each patient’s journey with a comprehensive assessment to pinpoint specific symptoms and any functional impairments.

Our approach is tailored to each individual, utilizing targeted therapeutic exercises to restore balance, coordination, and overall function. We offer advanced vestibular rehabilitation at our center to address dizziness and balance concerns, retraining the brain and inner ear to process sensory information more efficiently. Additionally, our therapists use hands-on manual therapy, along with prescribed stretching and strengthening routines, to relieve neck pain and tension—common issues after a concussion.

At The Spine & Health Center, we emphasize the importance of gradual, supervised aerobic activity as part of our post-concussion therapy programs. Our therapists guide patients through safe, low-impact cardiovascular exercises designed to increase blood flow to the brain, supporting recovery while avoiding symptom flare-ups. This careful, individualized approach enables patients to return to daily activities, school, or sports safely and with reduced risk of prolonged symptoms or re-injury.

At The Spine & Health Center, our post-concussion physical therapy program is specifically designed to support patients recovering from concussion-related symptoms, with a focus on comprehensive spine and neurological health. Concussions often result in persistent headaches, neck pain, and dizziness—symptoms that our experienced team is uniquely qualified to address.

Our board-certified physical therapists utilize targeted exercises and advanced manual therapy techniques to manage headaches and relieve cervical spine discomfort, which are common after a concussion. As a center specializing in spine health, we pay special attention to issues involving the neck and upper spine, ensuring that any underlying musculoskeletal problems contributing to symptoms are properly treated.

Dizziness and balance problems are addressed through customized vestibular rehabilitation, helping patients regain stability and reduce vertigo. Our team is also skilled in treating visual disturbances, such as blurred or double vision, using exercises that improve eye coordination and tracking.

Sensitivity to light and noise is another frequent post-concussion challenge. At The Spine & Health Center, we implement gradual desensitization strategies to help patients return comfortably to their daily environments. Fatigue and reduced exercise tolerance are tackled with individualized, graded exercise programs designed to rebuild endurance while preventing symptom flare-ups.

Our experienced team specializes in treating post-concussion symptoms, including dizziness, balance issues, headaches, and neck pain. Many of our patients begin to notice improvement within the first one to three weeks of starting their personalized therapy program, especially if their concussion is mild and symptoms are less severe. In some cases, progress can be seen even sooner.

For patients dealing with more complex or persistent issues—such as significant vestibular or oculomotor dysfunction—it may take several weeks to a few months of consistent therapy before substantial improvements are observed. If your symptoms have been ongoing for an extended period before starting therapy, the recovery process may also take a bit longer. Our team will work closely with you to ensure your treatment plan adapts to your progress and needs.

At The Spine & Health Center, our goal is not just to reduce your symptoms, but to help you safely and gradually return to your normal activities. Regular communication with your dedicated physical therapist allows us to monitor your progress and make necessary adjustments to your care plan. If you are not seeing the improvements you expect, our multidisciplinary team is here to provide additional assessments or recommend further interventions. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We serve patients from Park Ridge, NJ, Alpine NJ, Englewood NJ, Hackensack NJ, Dumont NJ, Westwood NJ, Hillsdale NJ, Woodcliff Lake NJ, and surrounding areas.