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After a concussion, “rest” can feel impossible.Your mind races. Your body’s tired.And you’re stuck between guilt for doi...
11/10/2025

After a concussion, “rest” can feel impossible.
Your mind races. Your body’s tired.
And you’re stuck between guilt for doing nothing and fear of doing too much.

Here’s the truth: Rest isn’t doing nothing.
It’s giving your nervous system the quiet it needs to recalibrate.

You’re not lazy. You’re healing.
And that’s the hardest work of all. 💛

After a concussion, your eyes and brain often stop working together as smoothly as before.That’s why reading, scrolling,...
09/10/2025

After a concussion, your eyes and brain often stop working together as smoothly as before.
That’s why reading, scrolling, or being in busy places can trigger dizziness or headaches.

This is called visual-vestibular mismatch - and it’s incredibly common.

The good news? With the right rehabilitation, your brain can relearn how to process visual information again.
👉 You’re not imagining it. It’s real - and it’s treatable.

How many times have you heard it?“Maybe it’s just stress.”“Maybe it’s psychological.”“You look fine - it’s probably noth...
07/10/2025

How many times have you heard it?
“Maybe it’s just stress.”
“Maybe it’s psychological.”
“You look fine - it’s probably nothing.”

❌ Here’s the truth: concussion symptoms are real.
Brain fog. Dizziness. Fatigue. Light and sound sensitivity. Anxiety. They all come from your brain and nervous system trying to heal - not from weakness, laziness, or imagination.

👉 You are not making this up.
👉 You are not exaggerating.
👉 You are not alone.

At Concussion Care, we see you. And we know recovery takes the right support, not dismissal. 💛

In recovery, we often pressure ourselves to “do more.”Heal faster. Be stronger. Get back to life.But the truth is: somet...
04/10/2025

In recovery, we often pressure ourselves to “do more.”
Heal faster. Be stronger. Get back to life.

But the truth is: sometimes doing less is what moves you forward.

Every moment of quiet, rest, and patience is a gift to your brain. Healing happens in the stillness.

So today, remind yourself:
You are not falling behind.
You are giving your brain the chance it needs to recover. 🌿

Recovery is heavy when you carry it by yourself.But when you connect with others who “get it” - it feels lighter.Shared ...
02/10/2025

Recovery is heavy when you carry it by yourself.

But when you connect with others who “get it” - it feels lighter.
Shared experiences bring validation, comfort, and hope.

At Concussion Care, we believe healing is about more than treatment plans. It’s about community, support and knowing someone’s in your corner.

You don’t have to go through this alone. 💛

Simple steps to support your recovery1️⃣ Calm your nervous system — prioritise relaxation2️⃣ Support sleep hormones — na...
30/09/2025

Simple steps to support your recovery

1️⃣ Calm your nervous system — prioritise relaxation
2️⃣ Support sleep hormones — natural routines help you rest
3️⃣ Regain control — daily structure eases symptoms
4️⃣ Reset your subconscious — mindset matters
5️⃣ Eat for recovery — brain-friendly foods fuel healing
6️⃣ Know your limits — balance activity and rest

Small steps = big progress over time.

27/09/2025

After a concussion, your nervous system often gets stuck in “fight or flight.”
Here’s a quick exercise to help reset it:

👉 Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds.
👉 Hold for 2 seconds.
👉 Exhale slowly through your mouth for 6 seconds.

Repeat for 3–5 minutes.

This simple breathing practice can:
💤 Reduce anxiety
🧠 Calm overstimulation
⚖️ Support your brain’s healing process

Maybe you’ve been told:“If you’re not better after 2 years, you won’t recover.”❌ That’s not true.Many people heal even a...
25/09/2025

Maybe you’ve been told:
“If you’re not better after 2 years, you won’t recover.”

❌ That’s not true.
Many people heal even after 5, 10, or 20 years of symptoms.

The brain has an incredible ability to rewire, no matter how long it’s been. With the right approach, recovery is possible.

Don’t give up hope — your timeline is your own.
Reach out to us today. x

It’s not just being “tired.”It’s a deep, heavy exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix.This is concussion fatigue.It’s why tas...
23/09/2025

It’s not just being “tired.”
It’s a deep, heavy exhaustion that sleep doesn’t fix.

This is concussion fatigue.
It’s why tasks that once felt simple now drain you.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood because of this - you’re not imagining it. It’s real. And it’s part of the recovery journey.

Be gentle with yourself. Rest is not weakness — it’s your body doing the work of healing.

One of the most powerful things you can do in recovery is reduce the pressure you put on yourself.When your brain feels ...
20/09/2025

One of the most powerful things you can do in recovery is reduce the pressure you put on yourself.

When your brain feels stressed, healing slows down.
When it feels safe, healing speeds up.

🧘 Speak to yourself with patience and kindness.
💤 Prioritise rest and relaxation.
❤️ Treat yourself like you’d treat a loved one.

Your brain responds best to gentleness. Healing isn’t about doing more - it’s about giving yourself the space to recover.

Living with a concussion can feel isolating. People say:“You look fine.”“Shouldn’t you be better by now?”“It’s all in yo...
18/09/2025

Living with a concussion can feel isolating. People say:
“You look fine.”
“Shouldn’t you be better by now?”
“It’s all in your head.”

But YOU know the truth.
Recovery takes time.
Your symptoms are real.
And you are not alone.

At Concussion Care, we understand what you’re going through - and we’re here to walk alongside you. 💛

✨ Quick reset for your brain and body ✨Lie on your back with your legs elevated on a chair, knees at 90 degrees, arms re...
16/09/2025

✨ Quick reset for your brain and body ✨
Lie on your back with your legs elevated on a chair, knees at 90 degrees, arms relaxed by your side.

Why it helps:
✅ Relieves muscle & spinal tension
✅ Activates the nervous system’s “rest & digest” mode
✅ Improves blood flow & oxygen delivery
✅ Reduces overstimulation and brain fog

Try this for 5–10 minutes with slow, deep breaths.
A small step that can bring your nervous system back into balance.

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Auckland
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