Show Notes
Are you overlooking the neck as a major driver of your client's persistent concussion symptoms—even when you think you've already treated it? So many clinicians (and even clients themselves) assume the neck has been "dealt with" because pain was addressed or manual therapy was done. But if you're only looking at range of motion, muscle tension, or pain levels, you're likely missing huge pieces of the puzzle—and that could be exactly why progress has plateaued. Here's the reality: with research showing that 85% of persistent concussion cases involve the cervical spine, it's not just about treating the neck—it's about treating it properly. When we fail to assess motor control, joint position sense, and integration with other systems, we leave major drivers of symptoms untouched. The good news? Once you know what to look for, you can completely transform outcomes.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: ➡️ Why 85% of persistent concussion clients have cervical spine involvement—and what that actually means for your treatment approach ➡️ The 3 most commonly missed elements in neck assessment and rehab (and why they matter) ➡️ How poor motor control and compensatory patterns are silently limiting your client's recovery ➡️ Why joint position sense and sensory integration are critical—and how they impact dizziness, coordination, and overall function
If you've been treating the neck but not seeing the results you expect, this episode will shift how you assess, think about, and integrate cervical spine work—so you can finally stop missing what matters most.
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