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Customized Concussion Treatments
It is no secret that concussions are a complex injury and are known to persist for months or years. Perhaps the reason for this is the broad range of areas that can be involved, such as the visual and vestibular (balance) system, the cervical spine, gut, autonomic system, hormonal system, and pathways contributing to blood sugar dysregulation and neuroinflammation to name a few. This can lead to symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, nausea or vomiting, sound and light sensitivity, disturbed sleep, fatigue, irritability, depression, poor memory, and concentration, blurry or double vision, gut problems, and foggy brain to name a few.
We utilize advanced diagnostic technology that will allow you to see how different areas of your brain function compared to normal values. This information is invaluable as it allows us to tailor a treatment program specific to your needs which is delivered by the doctor.
Concussion Symptoms We Treat in Ottawa
Concussion symptoms can appear right away or days after an injury, and they can linger long after. At Broadview, we find what's causing your symptoms and create a personalized care plan to help you recover.
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Headache
Headaches that develop or persist after a concussion.
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Fatigue
Feeling drained or exhausted after very little effort.
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Memory & Concentration
Trouble focusing, paying attention, or remembering.
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Brain Fog
Confusion, forgetfulness, and a lack of mental clarity.
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Sleep Problems
Difficulty sleeping, sleeping too much, or changes in sleep patterns.
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Mood Changes
Feeling irritable, anxious, low, or more emotional.
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Noise Sensitivity
Everyday sounds feeling unusually loud or overwhelming.
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Vision Problems
Blurred vision, light sensitivity, or difficulty focusing.
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Not Sure Which Symptoms You're Experiencing?
Our team can help you understand your symptoms and explore appropriate next steps.
Our Concussion Treatment Process
Concussion recovery begins with understanding your symptoms and how the injury has affected your daily life. At Broadview, we take an individualized approach to assessment and rehabilitation, identifying what's contributing to your symptoms and building a treatment plan suited to your needs.
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Initial Consultation
We review your injury history, current symptoms and medical background, and explain the testing and next steps involved in your care.
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Comprehensive Assessment
Using advanced diagnostic equipment, we assess balance, vision, coordination and cognition to find what's contributing to your symptoms.
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Personalized Treatment Plan
Based on your results, we create a rehabilitation plan tailored to your symptoms and recovery goals, with targeted therapies and exercises.
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Progress & Rehabilitation
We track your progress, adjust your plan as you improve, and support a gradual return to work, school, sport and everyday activities.
Concussion Treatments at Broadview
Dr. Joseph O.M. Lawrence
Throughout his career Dr. Lawrence has continued to seek a better way to help those whom he has had the honour of treating, especially patients dealing with advanced concussion and other traumatic brain injury. Consequently, he has incorporated leading edge technology such as laser therapy, advanced traction protocols, active therapeutic movement, which can help speed rehabilitation and are beneficial for concussion treatment in Ottawa.
Dr. Eric Guillemette
Dr. Eric Guillemette is a fully bilingual healthcare provider in the Ottawa area. Dr. Guillemette is known for his work in brain injuries rehabilitation. Brain injuries, vestibular problems, concussions, headaches, and sport related injuries are among Dr. Guillemette most commonly treated problems. Dr. Guillemette has years of experience and post-doctoral education in treating neurologically based diseases.
Ottawa’s Centre For Brain Health
Throughout his career Dr. Lawrence has continued to seek a better way to help those whom he has had the honour of treating. Consequently, he has incorporated leading edge technology such as laser therapy, advanced traction protocols, active therapeutic movement, which can help speed rehabilitation of targeted muscle groups.
As for continuing post graduate education Dr. Lawrence focused his efforts on the emerging field of clinical neuroscience.
Our Specialized Brain Rehabilitation
Broadview Health Centre has adopted the Sidney Crosby treatment technique for concussion treatment. See our CTV interview for more info!
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
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Testimonials
T. Stiller
“Dr. Lawrence has been the most important and effective part of my Concussion recovery journey. The reality in Canada is that there are very few tangible, actionable, and truly effective concussion recovery programs. Most approaches focus on symptom management rather than real rehabilitation
With Dr. Lawrence and his team, you get an actual plan with data-backed checkpoints and targeted physical and cognitive rehabilitation. Your symptoms exist for a reason, and Dr. Lawrence understands why they’re happening and how to address them properly.
Stop wasting time in the public health system and meet with him. Working with Dr. Lawrence has helped me get back to growing my business and, more importantly, back to actually living my life”
Angela Redmond
“After suffering multiple concussions in life, being sidelined in the gym, and seeing multiple doctors and specialists without improvement, Dr. Lawrence was able to provide quality care and helped enable me to return to a more normal functioning life.
I’m greatly appreciative of the time and effort that got me back on my feet and back to working out. Forever grateful.”
MS Spider888
“I have been going to Dr. Lawrence since I was about 11 years old. He has helped me through growth spurts, sports injuries, concussions, and surgery rehab.
As a high performance athlete who also has a desk job, I would definitely be in a lot of discomfort if it wasn’t for BSHC. 11/10 would always recommend :D”
Stephanie Matte
“In late spring I had a debilitating bout of vertigo – I couldn’t work, play sports, read, or even really think clearly for weeks.
By the end of treatment I had notice a marked improvement in my balance and stability, especially at the gym, and my vertigo was no longer affecting my daily life.
I highly recommend both Broadview and Dr. Guillemette – the five-star rating is well deserved.”
Ottawa’s Advanced Concussion Clinic
Dr. Joseph Lawrence and Dr. Guillemette adopts Crosby concussion treatment in Ottawa
Dr. Lawrence, a chiropractor in Ottawa is hoping to strike a blow against concussion symptoms. Sports concussions can have a lasting impact on quality of life, but certain therapies can dramatically improve outcomes Find out how eye-tracking, a revolutionary concussion treatment, helped get the NHL’s biggest superstar back in the game.
Ask The Expert With Dr. Eric Guillemette
Our very own Dr. Eric Guillemette answers your concussion questions on CTV Ottawa Morning Live. Watch the full Ask The Expert segment here!
Did You Know?
More than 50% of concussions go either unreported or undetected.
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If left untreated, concussions can cause serious and permanent damage – and can even lead to death in extreme cases. Reduce the risk and improve your symptoms quicker with concussion recovery treatments from Ottawa’s concussion specialists!
FAQs about Concussion Treatment in Ottawa
No referral is needed. You can book an appointment at Broadview Spine & Health Centre directly by phone at (613) 728-2929 or through our online booking form.
Your first visit is a consultation to understand your injury, your symptoms and how they affect your daily life. We then explain the next steps: which tests you need, what each one measures and how the results will guide your care. For testing we use advanced diagnostic equipment, including videonystagmography, saccadometry and computerized balance testing, which gives precise, detailed results so your treatment plan targets the real cause of your symptoms.
At Broadview, we help patients with concussion symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, balance problems, blurry or double vision, light and noise sensitivity, brain fog, memory and concentration problems, fatigue, sleep problems and mood changes. Through proper testing, we find the underlying cause of your symptoms and create a personalized care plan to help you manage them and recover as quickly as possible.
Yes. Many of our patients come to us with symptoms that have lasted months or even years after their injury. Our testing helps identify the cause of persistent symptoms so treatment can target them directly.
Yes. We treat patients of all ages, including children, teens and athletes recovering from sports concussions. We can also help guide a safe return to school and sport.
Most people feel better within one to four weeks. When symptoms last longer, it’s called persistent post-concussion symptoms, or post-concussion syndrome. If your symptoms haven’t improved after a few weeks, an assessment at Broadview can show what is holding your recovery back.
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