A concussion is not just a bruise to the brain — it’s a disruption of the entire nervous system. Left untreated, it can quietly alter memory, movement, mood, and identity. But with the right care — chiropractic to restore spinal and cranial balance, and physiotherapy to retrain the brain-body connection — recovery is not only possible, it’s powerful.

Concussion Care At Nandish Health 
​Where neuroscience meets hands-on care for brain and body healing.

Understanding Concussion: More Than Just a Head KnockA concussion is a neurological injury that affects how the brain functions. Often misunderstood, concussions can result from sports injuries, falls, car accidents, or any impact that causes the brain to shift rapidly within the skull. Symptoms may appear immediately — or surface days or weeks later.
At Nandish Health, we recognise that no two concussions are the same. That’s why we take a multi-modal, whole-person approach, combining chiropractic care, physiotherapy, nervous system regulation, and evidence-based recovery plans to help you truly heal.

“A concussion is a brain injury — and all brain injuries are serious.”
— Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Understanding Concussions​

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury resulting from a blow to the head or a sudden jolt that causes the brain to move rapidly within the skull. This movement can lead to chemical changes in the brain and sometimes damage to brain cells.

​Symptoms We Commonly See:

• Brain fog or mental fatigue
• Headaches or pressure in the head
• Dizziness or balance issues
• Mood changes and irritability
• Sensitivity to light and noise
• Trouble sleeping
• Neck pain or stiffness
• Vision changes or difficulty focusing
• Difficulty with memory or concentration
• Anxiety and overwhelm

Our Integrative Approach to Concussion Care​

Chiropractic Care:
​Focusing on the relationship between the spine and nervous system, our chiropractors perform gentle adjustments to alleviate tension in the cervical spine and improve neurological function, which can be beneficial in managing post-concussion symptoms.

Physiotherapy:
​Our physiotherapists provide targeted exercises and therapies to address physical symptoms associated with concussions, such as balance issues and neck pain, and to promote overall physical recovery.

Wellness Consulting:
​Recognising the importance of holistic health, our wellness consultants offer guidance on nutrition, sleep hygiene, and stress management to support your body's natural healing processes.​

What to Expect During Your Visit​

Our initial evaluation includes neurological and musculoskeletal screening, vestibular and oculomotor testing, and where appropriate, baseline comparisons and functional movement assessments. We look at how your brain and body are working together — from postural control and eye-tracking to neck tension and nervous system tone.

Based on these insights, we craft a customised, evidence-informed treatment plan that may include gentle chiropractic adjustments to restore spinal and cranial alignment, vestibular and cervical physiotherapy to support balance and motor recovery, and wellness strategies such as breathwork, nutrition, sleep support, and guided return-to-activity protocols.

​Throughout your care, we’ll monitor your progress closely, adapt your plan as your brain heals, and provide tools to help you regulate your nervous system and rebuild your resilience.
Healing from a concussion takes time, precision, and whole-person care — and we’re here to walk that path with you.

Why Choose Nandish Health?​

Recovering from a concussion is a gradual process that requires patience and comprehensive support. At Nandish Health, we are committed to walking alongside you on this journey, offering the care and resources you need to regain your health and well-being.

Why Nandish Health?

• 🌿 New Zealand’s Only Nervous-System Focused Multidisciplinary Clinic
  
• 🤝 Collaborative Chiropractic + Physiotherapy + Wellness Care
  
• 📱 Real-time support and telehealth guidance
  
• 🧠 CCMI-style protocols and the latest research-backed tools
  
• 🫁 Polyvagal-informed, trauma-aware care for deeper healing
  

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Six Categories

1. Cognitive Fatigue with symptoms of fatigue, decreased energy, non-specific headache, sleep disruption, or difficulty concentrating
2. Vestibular with symptoms of dizziness, fogginess, nausea, feeling of being detached, or overstimulation in complex environments
3. Oculomotor with symptoms of fatigue, distractibility, difficulties with visually based classes, pressure behind the eyes, or blurred or double vision
4. Anxiety/mood with symptoms of anxiety, hypervigilance, feeling of being overwhelmed, sadness, or hopelessness
5. Post-traumatic migraine, with symptoms of headache with a pulsating quality associated with nausea, photosensitivity, or phonosensitivity
6. Cervical with symptoms of headache, neck pain or numbness/tingling in the extremities

Causes & Mechanism Of Injury

Concussions are complex, multi-dimensional injuries that affect individuals in highly unique ways. As a form of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), a concussion results from a direct or indirect force to the head or body, causing a disturbance in brain function. The resulting symptoms — which may include headache, dizziness, nausea, neck pain, and cognitive changes — vary significantly in severity, duration, and presentation from person to person. Because of this variability, leading experts agree that a one-size-fits-all approach to concussion care is ineffective.
While most individuals recover within 7 to 10 days, research shows that 10% to 33% of patients experience persistent symptoms for months or even years following the initial injury. This prolonged condition is known as Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) and is more likely to occur when symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and neck pain are present in the early stages. In many cases, unaddressed dysfunction of the cervical spine or vestibular system contributes to delayed recovery.
One of the most common issues following a concussion is dizziness, which often stems from disruptions in the vestibular, visual, or proprioceptive systems. When these systems provide conflicting signals about spatial awareness, the result can be imbalance, nausea, and ongoing disorientation. Cervicogenic headaches — those originating from dysfunction in the upper cervical spine — are also frequently reported and may be misattributed solely to the concussion itself.

A Targeted, Individualised Approach to RecoveryAt Nandish Health, we recognise the importance of treating the full picture — not just the brain, but the entire body and nervous system. Our treatment plans may include:

• Chiropractic Adjustments to improve spinal alignment and restore proprioceptive input
  
• Cervicovestibular Rehabilitation to retrain balance, coordination, and gaze stability
  
• Neurological Rehabilitation using neuroplasticity exercises to rebuild disrupted pathways
  
• Low-Intensity Aerobic Exercise to improve cerebral blood flow and reduce fatigue
  
• Gait and Motor Control Protocols for stability and mobility retraining
  

By addressing the root systems affected by concussion — not just the symptoms — we aim to reduce recovery time, restore brain-body communication, and support long-term nervous system resilience. Whether you’re dealing with recent symptoms or long-standing post-concussion challenges, our integrative team is here to guide you with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care.

Don’t Let a Concussion Go Untreated.

Even minor head injuries can lead to long-term consequences if not managed properly. We’re here to guide you — not just back to baseline, but toward long-term clarity, calm, and resilience.
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