Concussion
Vitamin D for Concussions
As we’ve discussed in other articles concussions are multi-faceted injuries. Their symptoms can range from person to person because the underlying physiology is complicated. Its causative factors are usually some impact or rotational force, but the mechanism of the longer lasting symptoms often include inflammatory, oxidative and neuro-excitation based processes. The use of Vitamin D3…
Read MoreFish Oil for Concussions
When we think about concussion, there is no doubt the impact and rotational forces cause the damage. There are some factors which may play a slight role in the susceptibility or recovery of concussion – and aluminum may be one of those small factors that hinders recovery after a concussion. This article may be more…
Read MoreZinc for Concussions
Zinc is a trace mineral, used commonly for immune modulation, acne, diabetes, burns and a wide range of other conditions. It’s also the most abundant trace mineral in the brain [1]. As such there’s good reason to believe it may have some function within the scope of treating concussions. Zinc and Concussions Research out of…
Read MoreWhy is Research on Animal Models?
When it comes to concussion management, there are a lot of nutrients (vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, amino acids) and herbs used in treatment. As naturopaths we have good history with certain things, and some patients report great improvement with certain supplements. When you dig into things deeper – there isn’t always a gold standard human…
Read MoreConcussion Signs and Symptoms
With the prevalence of concussions, it’s important to recognize the signs and symptoms of concussions. In this article, we’ll refer to the signs of a concussion as what a person may observe of another person who suffered a concussion. Symptoms are those sensations felt by the person dealing with the concussion. Signs of Concussion Look…
Read MoreThe Aluminum and Concussion Connection
When we think about concussion, there is no doubt the impact and rotational forces cause the damage. There are some factors which may play a slight role in the susceptibility or recovery of concussion – and aluminum may be one of those small factors that hinders recovery after a concussion. This article may be more…
Read MoreBCCA’s For The Treatment of Concussion
BCAAs are Branch Chained Amino Acids. They are Leucine, Valine, and Isoleucine. They are simply called branched chained aminos because their physical structure is a branched molecule. These amino acids are essential – meaning they have crucial roles throughout the body and must be obtained through diet or supplementation. Roles of BCAAs BCAA’s play vital…
Read MoreReduce Risk of Concussion?
Concussions are caused by mechanical forces, usually from trauma to the head and brain. Concussions are usually from blunt force and or rotational forces. Surprisingly, various lifestyle modifications can be made to either minimize the incidence of concussion or the severity of concussion. To learn how we treat concussion at absolute health and Wellness, please…
Read MoreWho Can Diagnosis Concussion in Ontario
A concussion describes a mild, traumatic brain injury, but there’s a lot of confusion around who can actually diagnose it. The concussion itself is the initial impact or injury. The symptoms that persist afterwards are referred to as Post Concussion Syndrome. Learn more about concussions here. Various healthcare providers are trained and qualified to manage…
Read MoreCurcumin for Concussion Management
Curcumin is a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. These properties make curcumin a mainstay in the management of traumatic brain injuries such as concussion. When you come to Absolute Health and Wellness, our approach to dealing with concussion is simple: we aim to reduce inflammation and oxidation within the brain. Treatment is usually quite conservative, and…
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