Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to the course!

    • A message from the instructor

    • How to use this course

    • Before we begin...

    • Items to consider for your concussion practice
  • 2

    Module 1: Introduction to Concussion Management

    • Module 1 Video 1

    • Module 1 Video 2

    • Powerpoint Slides

    • Test your learning

    • SCAT5

    • ChildSCAT5

    • Rivermead PCSQ

    • Ontario Neurotrauma Foundation Handout

    • Buffalo Concussion Bike Test

    • Buffalo Concussion Treadmill Handouts

    • Selected Readings Biomechanics

    • Selected Readings Metabolic

    • Selected Readings Buffalo Concussion Treadmill Protocol

    • Progression Recommendation Printouts

    • Module 2 Q & A notes
  • 3

    Module 2: Neurological Assessment

    • Intro to Module 2

    • Brain Region Assessment Form

    • Text from Slides (no pics)

    • Slides

    • Module 2 video 1

    • Module 2 Video 2

    • BESS assessment example (hands off hips)

    • Cerebellum Assessment (same as in presentation)

    • Selected Reading Efficacy of Tandem Gait in Concussion

    • Selected Readings Understanding the effects of mild traumatic brain injury on the pupillary light reflex

    • BESS Assessment Sheet (for printing)

    • Brain Region Reference Sheet

    • Test your learning Module 2
  • 4

    Module 3: Nutritional Considerations in Concussion Management

    • Concussion and Diet

    • Concussion and Supplements

    • Clinician Concussion Nutrition slides PDF

    • Concussion and Supplements PDF

    • Test your learning

    • Melissa's sheet for patients (as an idea)
  • 5

    Module 4: Cranial Considerations

    • Cranial Considerations Video 1

    • Cranial Considerations Video 2

    • Seated Assessment Video

    • Supine Assessment Video

    • Cranial Drainage Example

    • Cranial Example

    • Facial tissue example

    • Suggested Reading OA decompression blood flow

    • Suggested reading cranial treatment and concussion outcomes

    • For interest osteo therapy versus education for concussion

    • Module 4 Quiz
  • 6

    Module 5: Concussion and the Vestibular System

    • Vestibular Issues Following a Concussion

    • BPPV Assessment

    • VOMS Assessment

    • Vestibular Issues Following a Concussion PDF

    • Dizziness Handicap Inventory PDF

    • The Activities-specific Balance Confidence (ABC) Scale© PDF

    • VOMS Assessment PDF

    • BPPV Treatment - Epley Maneuver and BBQ Roll

    • Vestibular Rehab Module Quiz
  • 7

    Module 6: Cervical Considerations

    • Cervical considerations Video 1

    • Notes for video 1

    • Cervical Considerations Video 2

    • Notes for video 2
  • 8

    Module 7: Visual System Considerations

    • Vision and Concussion: Part 1

    • Vision and Concussion: Part 2

    • Notes for part 1

    • Notes for part 2

    • Untitled quiz
  • 9

    Module 8: Brain Health Through the Lifespan

    • Intro Slide

    • Practice Considerations for the Clinician: A chat with Daniel Gallucci

    • CTE Neuropathology and Repetitive Head Trauma

    • Quiz from Daniel Gallucci Interview
  • 10

    Chapter 9: Concussion and the Stress Response: How yoga and mindfulness-based practices can help build resilience post-concussion

    • Welcome!

    • Concussion and the Stress Response: Introduction

    • How we are wired

    • The Stress Response

    • Discharging Stress

    • Our Centred State

    • Returning to Safety

    • The Cost of Stress

    • An introduction to Meditation

    • How to Sit in Meditation

    • Working with the Breath

    • Preparing for Lying Down Pranayama (Controlled Breathing) Practices

    • Pranayama Practice: Exhale Focused Breathing

    • Dharana (Concentration)Practice: Right Side - Left Side Body Scan

    • Meditation: Self-Compassion Break (adapted from Dr. Kristen Neff)
  • 11

    Module 10: Baseline Testing

    • Video 1

    • Video 2

    • SCAT5

    • King Devick Printable

    • Review of Assessment Scales for Diagnosing and Monitoring Sports-related Concussion

    • BESS Normative Data in Adults

    • King Devick in SRC
  • 12

    Concussion and Sleep

    • Concussion and Sleep - Introduction

    • Concussion and Sleep Part 1 - Sleep in Review

    • Concussion and Sleep Part 2

    • Concussion and Sleep Part 3 - Sleep Prescription

    • Concussion and Sleep for Providers Part 3.2 - The Yoga of getting a Good Night's Sleep
  • 13

    BONUS Yoga Nidra Downloads

    • Intro to Yoga Nidra with Sara Pukal

    • 8 minute yoga nidra

    • 13 minute yoga nidra

    • 13 minute yoga nidra 2

    • 19 min Guided Yoga Nidra

    • Yoga Nidra for Sleep
  • 14

    Past Q and A Sessions

    • July 28 Q and A

    • Q and A with Daniel Gallucci
  • 15

    Cervical Workshop Recording from Aug 9th 2021

    • Part 1

    • Part 2