Concussion Baseline Testing

Baseline Concussion Testing To Safeguard Brain Health

Chiropractors at Malvern Chiropractic Clinic and Melbourne Spine Clinic are qualified in the Complete Concussions, CCMI Baseline Testing Protocol, this is a comprehensive, world-wide testing protocol including:

• pre-season testing,
• return to play management,
• multistage physical exertion tests and
• re-testing of injured individuals

These baseline concussion testing protocols are designed to make safer “return to sport, work, and study” clearance decisions. Baseline testing takes approximately 30 minutes to undertake.

Importance of Baseline Testing

For athletes and individuals at risk of concussion, baseline testing is crucial. By establishing what normal brain function looks like, chiropractors can more accurately assess the impact of a concussion and monitor recovery. This approach means that individuals can get back to their activities safely with less risk of long term repercussions.

Book your Baseline testing today!

To book in for your team or individual into our Concussion Baseline Testing Clinics, click here to email us or call 9822 1835

Baseline Testing Protocols

The testing protocol includes the following areas:

• Concussion history, medical history, learning disabilities
• Symptom score
• Orientation
• Auditory Memory
• Concentration
• Visual tracking and processing speed
• Dual-task tandem gait
• Postural sway (on the concussion tracker app)
• Delayed recall
• DANA neurocognitive testing
• Simple reaction time visual memory search
• Choice reaction time
• Go No Go
• Match to sample
• Visual memory search
• Spatial discrimination
• Code Substitution

How do Chiropractors assess my concussion progress?

This is called Concussion Baseline Testing. Simply put, your Chiropractor can assess you using a series of physical and computerised tests to measure healthy brain function BEFORE a sports season commences or PRIOR to a concussion injury.

In the event of a suspected concussion, our chiropractors use pre existing baseline testing results housed on our world-wide clinical data base to compare and determine the impact of the head or neck injury on the individual. This can help our Practitioners more accurately and objectively track when a person has returned to their pre-injury status and is safe to return to their regular sporting, recreational or work activities.

The Baseline Concussion test Process

Our baseline testing process is straightforward and non-invasive. Our chiropractors use a combination of cognitive assessments, physical examinations, and computerised tests to evaluate brain function. Memory, concentration, and reaction time are measured and recorded to provide a benchmark for future comparison.

Concussion Assessment: Understanding the Results

Our chiropractors use the baseline testing results to make the best decision possible on an individual’s readiness to return to activities. They compare post-injury results with the baseline data to identify any lingering symptoms and recommend an effective treatment plan. This approach ensures that individuals receive the care they need to return to their activities safely and confidently.

Who Do I See For Baseline Concussion Testing Near Me?

Melbourne Spine Clinic is a leading Melbourne Chiropractor and concussion specialist. To book your team or individual baseline concussion screening, click here to email us or call 9822 1835. If you need to see a chiropractor for headaches in Melbourne, we can also help. Explore our services and safeguard your health today.

Book your Baseline testing today!

To book in for your team or individual Concussion Baseline Testing click here to email us or call 9822 1835