Brain Injury (Concussion/TBI)

Brain Injury (Concussion / TBI)

At Synapse Brain & Spine Center, we specialize in helping individuals recover from concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) through advanced diagnostics and targeted neurological rehabilitation. Whether your injury is recent or you’re experiencing persistent post-concussion symptoms, our integrative approach supports healing and long-term brain health.

Understanding Brain Injury

A concussion or TBI can result from sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents, falls, or other forms of trauma. These injuries often affect cognitive function, mood regulation, balance, memory, and overall quality of life. Left untreated, they can lead to chronic symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, anxiety, and fatigue.

Our goal is to identify the root of neurological dysfunction and restore optimal brain function using evidence-based, drug-free therapies.

Recommended Diagnostics for Brain Injury

At Synapse Brain & Spine Center, we employ a comprehensive, multi-modal diagnostic approach to assess the neurological, cognitive, and physical effects of brain injuries. These diagnostics allow us to create a personalized rehabilitation plan based on your unique brain function, symptom profile, and healing needs.

1. Thorough Consult

We begin with a detailed consultation to review your injury history, symptoms, and functional challenges. Understanding the timeline and severity of your injury helps us tailor your diagnostic and treatment plan effectively.

2. QEEG Brain Mapping (Quantitative EEG)

QEEG is a non-invasive brain scan that records your brainwave activity and compares it to a normative database. This allows us to detect areas of dysregulation or under/over-activity commonly found after concussion or TBI, such as those associated with:

• Brain fog
• Difficulty concentrating
• Mood disturbances
• Sleep issues

Why it matters:

QEEG helps pinpoint which areas of the brain are affected, guiding targeted neurofeedback therapy to improve brainwave function, cognitive performance, and emotional regulation.

3. Vestibular Ocular Motor Assessments (VOMS)

This test evaluates the vestibular (balance) system and eye movement control, which are often disrupted by brain injury. Common symptoms include:

• Dizziness
• Visual disturbances
• Motion sensitivity
• Poor balance

Why it matters:

Deficits in these areas can lead to persistent post-concussion symptoms. VOMS testing helps us design vestibular rehabilitation and visual retraining to restore balance, coordination, and spatial awareness.

4. Neuro-Cognitive Assessment (Impact Testing)

We perform structured testing of key brain functions, including:

• Memory (short- and long-term)
• Attention and focus
• Processing speed
• Executive function (planning, problem-solving)

Why it matters:

Brain injuries often cause subtle cognitive deficits that affect daily life. Measuring these functions helps track progress and refine your cognitive therapy program over time.

5. Neurological / Orthopedic Examination

We assess nerve function, reflexes, muscle strength, coordination, posture, and spinal alignment. This is crucial because brain injuries often coexist with neck or musculoskeletal injuries, especially in motor vehicle accidents or falls.

Why it matters:

Identifying and treating concomitant orthopedic issues like whiplash, muscle tension, or joint dysfunction can greatly improve your recovery and reduce pain.

6. Optional Metabolic Lab Testing

We offer laboratory testing to evaluate:

• Inflammatory markers
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Hormonal imbalances
• Oxidative stress levels

Why it matters:

Underlying metabolic dysfunction can slow brain healing and contribute to persistent symptoms. Lab results help us customize nutritional or supplement support to enhance your brain’s ability to recover.

Recommended Treatment for Brain Injury

Recovery from a concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI) requires a targeted, multidisciplinary approach to heal the brain, restore cognitive function, and address any associated physical injuries. At Synapse Brain & Spine Center, we offer evidence-based therapies that work synergistically to support your brain’s natural healing capacity.

1. QEEG-Guided Neurofeedback Therapy

This non-invasive brain training therapy uses your QEEG brain map to guide personalized neurofeedback sessions. During each session, sensors monitor your brainwaves and provide real-time feedback through visual or auditory cues, helping your brain learn to regulate itself.

How it helps:

• Improves focus, memory, and attention
• Reduces anxiety, irritability, and mood swings
• Enhances sleep quality and mental clarity
• Supports long-term brain resilience and neuroplasticity

2. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

HBOT involves breathing 90-95% oxygen in a pressurized chamber, allowing oxygen to dissolve more efficiently into your bloodstream and tissues—especially the brain.

How it helps:

• Increases oxygen delivery to injured brain tissue
• Reduces neuroinflammation and oxidative stress
• Promotes neurogenesis (new brain cell growth)
• Enhances mitochondrial function for better energy production in brain cells
• May accelerate recovery from post-concussion syndrome (PCS)

3. Transcranial Photobiomodulation (tPBM / Brain Laser Therapy)

This therapy uses red and near-infrared light applied to the scalp to stimulate brain cells at the mitochondrial level.

How it helps:

• Increases ATP (cellular energy) in neurons
• Reduces inflammation in the brain
• Improves blood flow and oxygenation
• Supports cognitive function and emotional regulation
• Shown in research to aid recovery from TBI and improve executive function and mood

4. Neurocognitive Therapy & Vestibular Therapy

These therapies involve brain exercises and balance retraining tailored to your specific deficits.

Neurocognitive Therapy targets:

• Attention and memory
• Processing speed
• Problem-solving and multitasking

Vestibular Therapy targets:

• Balance and coordination
• Dizziness and motion sensitivity
• Spatial orientation and visual stability

How it helps:

• Rebuilds neural pathways through targeted neuroplasticity
• Reduces symptoms of dizziness, imbalance, and brain fog
• Improves confidence and independence in daily activities

Treatments for Associated Orthopedic Injuries

Many brain injury patients also suffer from neck, back, or joint pain caused by the trauma. Addressing these injuries enhances overall recovery and function.

5. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)

ESWT uses pulsed acoustic waves to stimulate healing in soft tissues and joints.

How it helps:

• Reduces muscle tension, scar tissue, and pain
• Increases blood flow and tissue regeneration
• Ideal for treating whiplash, joint pain, or muscle strains post-injury

6. Extracorporeal Magneto transduction Therapy (EMMT)

EMMT delivers high-frequency magnetic pulses to stimulate deep tissue healing and reduce pain.

How it helps:

• Improves microcirculation and cellular metabolism
• Reduces pain in chronic musculoskeletal injuries
• Safe, non-invasive support for spinal and joint healing

7. Class 4 Laser Therapy

A powerful therapeutic laser is used to reduce inflammation and speed up tissue repair.

How it helps:

• Accelerates healing of soft tissue injuries
• Reduces inflammation and nerve pain
• Supports recovery from neck, back, and extremity injuries

8. Chiropractic Care

Gentle, neurologically-informed chiropractic adjustments restore spinal alignment and nerve function, promoting full-body healing.

How it helps:

• Improves nervous system communication between the brain and the body
• Relieves muscle tension and joint restrictions
• Enhances posture, balance, and proprioception
• Reduces pain and improves mobility, especially in the neck and spine

Your Recovery Starts Here

Our integrated approach to brain injury rehabilitation ensures that every therapy you receive is backed by science and customized to your unique needs. Together, these therapies address neurological, cognitive, and physical symptoms, helping you regain function, reduce symptoms, and restore your quality of life.

👉 Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward brain healing and recovery.