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Concussion and Spine Clinic


I just returned from the American Academy of Neurology conference in Vancouver and attended the concussion course. There is lots of research being completed into concussion and how it effects the brain, eyes and balance centres.


We know that more than 75% of patients with concussion get better within a few weeks of the injury but a multidisciplinary approach is required. In particular, a neurologist specializing in mild head injury and a team of therapists can assist in achieving optimal recovery.

We are a unique clinic specializing in the management of head and spine injuries. The clinic is run by a neurologist (Dr Mehdiratta) who has a special interest in stroke and mild traumatic brain injury. Having a neurologist manage the concussion means that medications that help can be prescribed if needed by a brain specialist.

The clinic offers neurological evaluation by neurologists trained in the evaluation and treatment of concussion. Expertise is also provided by neuroradiology and neurosurgery for further evaluation and treatment. We partner with a multi-disciplinary team including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, neuropsychologists and optometrists.

Currently concussion is an evolving area with new research coming out daily.

New treatments include:

  • Treatment for headaches and migraines
  • Treatment for dizziness
  • Treatment for memory loss
  • Treatment for sleep disturbances
  • Treatments for neck and back pain resulting from concussion
  • Treatments for vision problems resulting from concussion

For spine issues, treatments can include medication, physiotherapy and in select cases surgical treatments are offered.

Referrals can be faxed through another physician (family doctor or emergency physician) to 905-848-0003

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