Understanding Post-Concussion Syndrome Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that can occur due to a direct impact to the head or a sudden jolt that causes the brain to move within the skull. While many people recover within a few weeks, some experience persistent symptoms, known as post-concussion syndrome. These symptoms may include dizziness, … Read more
Why do we need to do balance exercises? Last week we looked at how our balance system works, this week we will look at how balance exercises can be fun. Our body processes information from our eyes, our inner ear system and our somatosensory system (knowing where our body is in space) to help us … Read more
Why do we need a good balance system? A range of different neurological conditions impact on an individual’s balance. Balance is the ability to maintain the bodies centre of mass over your base of support. Having your balance system working well means you can safely: walk on uneven surfaces change direction when you walk change … Read more