Level Up Physical Therapy

01/05/2026

After a collision💥, a fall💥, or other incident💥 in sport causing a physical jolt to the head, you could see the athlete react by actively shaking their head afterward within a few seconds or minutes.
🔹But don’t ignore it!
🔹You might use this as a sign that the athlete needs to be assessed for a concussion.
Details:
🔹A 2024 study surveyed 347 athletes regarding their recall of using a head shake after a physical jolt to the head.
🔷There was a strong relationship between the head shake reaction, and concussion symptoms.
🔶85% reported that the most common reason they exhibited a quick head shake was due to a symptom of concussion; only 15% reported it was due to non-concussion-related reasons.
The Top 3 Reasons were
1. Disorientation or confusion (72%)
2. Dizziness (54%)
3. Feeling like they needed to jumpstart their brain (52%).
Other common reasons suggesting concussion:
▪️Vision Changes (46%)
▪️Imbalance (30%)
▪️Headache (30%)
▪️Not thinking clearly (31%)
Common reasons unrelated to concussion:
▪️Emotional reaction to preceding event (40%)
▪️Neck pain (20%)
🟢Where could this fit in with concussion management?
🔹This sign may best fit among other potential signs of concussion that suggest consideration for removal from play for assessment, similar to the observed signs of “slow to get up” or “clutching of the head after a contact event.”
✅Take a look at the training video used to help people recognize a head shake reaction to head trauma that could indicate a concussion: https://youtu.be/J3Bu9_lpGXs?si=jaX_kt1-7eai7ZUa

01/01/2026

✨Happy New Year!✨
⭐⭐All the best for a Rock-Steady 2026!!!⭐⭐

12/02/2025

🔶Vertigo 🔶
WHY??? Did you know vertigo has MANY causes?
Vertigo is NOT a diagnosis.
The name doesn't tell you the source of the sensation.
🟢Quality care begins with a clear idea of WHY you feel this way.
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/vertigo-and-dizziness
It can be a long and frustrating road if you don’t have a clear idea about the source of your vertigo.
🔷Do you know what’s causing your vertigo? Are you sure? What testing has been done?
We’ve helped hundreds of people in the Edmonton area find the source and solutions to their vertigo symptoms.
In some cases, you might be just a couple sessions away from a solution.
🟢Give the clinic a call
🙂We’d love to help!
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/vertigo-and-dizziness

Vertigo, Dizziness, Balance, and Concussion Care. Level Up Physical Therapy is dedicated specifically to these conditions. 100% built for people like you. We will guide you through the process of gaining more control over your condition.

09/30/2025

🟢 VERTIGO --> change from CONFUSION TO CLARITY.
There are MANY CAUSES of Vertigo and we'd LOVE to Help!
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/vertigo-and-dizziness
Imagine if you could understand the cause of your vertigo and do something about it. Welcome to a clinic built specifically for people like you.
🔹Vertigo Solutions? There isn't a 'One-size-fits-all'
The best solutions start with finding the precise cause then targeted therapies.
🔹Did you know? For some simple causes, 2 or 3 sessions may be all you need to get back on track.
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/vertigo-and-dizziness
✅Call us today to learn if an appointment is right for you.

Vertigo, Dizziness, Balance, and Concussion Care. Level Up Physical Therapy is dedicated specifically to these conditions. 100% built for people like you. We will guide you through the process of gaining more control over your condition.

09/24/2025

Recovering from a CONCUSSION?
With up to 22 symptoms involved, it can sometimes be difficult to navigate recovery on your own. We're here to help!!!
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/concussion
Symptoms can involve headache, dizziness, visual sensitivity, sound sensitivity, imbalance, sleep changes, cognitive difficulties, and emotional symptoms. It can have it's hand in everything.
🔷The first step is RECOGNIZING a concussion. You can download a concussion recognition tool from our website.
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/concussion
The guide also reviews important signs that maybe something more serious is going on and you should get to an emergency department for a full assessment.
🔷RECOVERY after a concussion:
Research is continuing to show that 'Exercise is Medicine' and matching the right exercises with the right person can be a way to accelerate your recovery -- that's why a detailed assessment can be really valuable.
🔷When should you start a program?
🛑Well the first 1 - 2 days should be dedicated to rest.
🟢Then, the current international sport recommendation is to begin a rehabilitation program during the first 10 days after a concussion.
Looking to start a recovery program? More questions than answers? Give the clinic a call or check out the website!
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/concussion

Vertigo, Dizziness, Balance, and Concussion Care. Level Up Physical Therapy is dedicated specifically to these conditions. 100% built for people like you. We will guide you through the process of gaining more control over your condition.

08/09/2025

🔸Vertigo🔸
WHY???? Did you know vertigo has MANY causes? Some are common. Some are rare.

🔷Quality care begins with a clear idea of WHY you feel this way.
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/vertigo-and-dizziness
It can be a long and frustrating road if you don’t have a clear idea about the source of your vertigo.

🔷Do you know what’s causing your vertigo? Are you sure? What testing has been done?
We’ve helped hundreds of people in the Edmonton area find the source and solutions to their vertigo symptoms.
In some cases, you might be just a couple sessions away from a solution.
🟢 Give the clinic a call🟢
⭐️We’d love to help!
https://www.levelup-physicaltherapy.com/vertigo-and-dizziness

Vertigo, Dizziness, Balance, and Concussion Care. Level Up Physical Therapy is dedicated specifically to these conditions. 100% built for people like you. We will guide you through the process of gaining more control over your condition.