Dr. Tanya Polec, a neuro-optometrist, recently wrote about the importance of baseline screening for concussions. Dr. Polec has first-hand experience with concussions. In third grade,… Read More »The Importance of Baseline Testing Vision
What is Gait Analysis? Running is a great activity for cardiovascular exercise and stress relief, and is even better because all you need are a… Read More »Gait analysis: Preventing Running Injuries
Diagnostic and Interventional Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Doctors order various imaging studies to help diagnose an injury or underlying problem, including x-rays, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and… Read More »How real time dynamic musculoskeletal ultrasound may be superior to MRI
What is an ultrasound? Ultrasound is an imaging modality that utilizes reflected pulses of high-frequency (ultrasonic) sound waves to assess and evaluate soft tissues, cartilage,… Read More »Ultrasound
What is dysautonomia? The function and control of the nerves of the body are divided into to multiple systems. The voluntary nervous system includes any… Read More »Dysautonomia and Concussion
Why do we check balance and vision with concussions? Recent research has shown that vestibular symptoms were common after a concussion and could slow down… Read More »VOMS Assessment: A Healthy Balance
What is the Active Rehabilitation Protocol (ARP) for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)? “Active Rehab” is the step-wise progression of light aerobic exercise used to reduce… Read More »Active Rehabilitation Protocol (ARP)
Sports, Health, and Preparation Participation in organized physical activity including sports can be an important part of development, socialization, and overall health. Participation in these… Read More »The Comprehensive Sports Physical (Pre Participation Exam)
What is a Neurocognitive Assessment/Test? A neurocognitive assessment or test provides information about how a child or teens brain is working by objectively evaluating thinking… Read More »Neurocognitive Assessment and ICAP for Concussions
What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by an injury to the head or neck that results in brain… Read More »Traumatic Brain Injury, Concussion, and Brain bleeds…Who needs a brain scan?
