Research
Domestic violence and brain injury consequences
As there is an awakening about head and neck trauma and concussion through sport injuries and in falls, there are a growing number of articles
February 11, 2022
Blog
Dizziness & Balance Disorders Article Library
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Research
Falls and concussions in the elderly: A health issue sidelined by sport
While I’m thrilled mild traumatic brain injury in sport is finally getting the attention it deserves, falls and concussion in the elderly is at risk
December 18, 2021
General News
Sport concussion awareness is growing: We are making a difference
I have been writing a lot about head injury lately, and it appears that contact sport concussion awareness is growing, albeit with some sobering caveats.
December 5, 2021
Research
Your neck bone is connected to your head bone: Understanding concussion and its knock-on effects
As a neuro-vestibular physiotherapist who has been treating people with the knock-on effects of mild traumatic brain injury for many decades, my view is our
November 8, 2021
Research
Football codes are waking up to the danger of concussion in sport
As the dust settles on Grand Final season for both the National Rugby League and the Australian Football League, these football codes have a unique
October 17, 2021
Research
Stopping migraines would alleviate Australia’s $35b headache
I didn’t need to read the Migraine in Australia Whitepaper by Deloitte Access Economics to know that many Australians suffer from migraines. However, if you
October 17, 2021