As one of the Northern Football Netball League’s (NFNL) recommended concussion clinics and a CCMI-certified provider in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Whittlesea Physiotherapy is your trusted partner in concussion recovery.
Understanding Concussion in Sport A sports-related concussion requires immediate, expert attention. Whether you’re playing for Whittlesea, Epping, Laurimar, South Morang, Mernda, Hurstbridge, or any northern suburbs club, knowing the signs and accessing proper care is crucial.
Red Flags: When to Seek Emergency Care
- Severe or worsening headache
- Repeated vomiting
- Increasing confusion
- Seizures
- Loss of consciousness
- Weakness or numbness
- Clear fluid from ears/nose
- Unusual behaviour changes
Common Symptoms to Monitor:
- Headache/pressure
- Dizziness/balance issues
- Vision changes
- Light/noise sensitivity
- Mental fogginess
- Nausea
Our Evidence-Based Recovery Protocol:
48-Hour Initial Management
✓ DO:
- Rest adequately
- Stay hydrated
- Use ice for headache
- Maintain light, healthy nutrition
✗ DON’T:
- Take NSAIDs (ibobrufen / Nurofen etc)
- Use screens
- Return to sport
- Drive
- Consume alcohol
Progressive Return to Play Protocol:
- Initial rest period
- Light aerobic exercise
- Sport-specific exercise
- Non-contact training
- Full contact practice
- Return to competition
Why Choose Whittlesea Physiotherapy?
- NFNL-recommended concussion specialists
- CCMI-certified practitioners
- Comprehensive baseline testing
- Individualised return-to-play-work-school protocols
- Serving all northern Melbourne sporting clubs
- Direct communication with clubs, coaches and doctors
Local Sports Club Support:
We proudly support athletes from:
- Northern Football Netball League
- Whittlesea Football Netball Club
- Epping Football Club
- Kinglake Football Netball Club
- Laurimar Football Club
- Whittlesea and District Netball Association
- School sports programs
Book Your Assessment:
Phone: 03 9716 2250 or online via the link: Whittlesea Physiotherapy & Clinical Pilates Online Booking
Location: 73 Church Street, Whittlesea VIC 3757 Email: [email protected]
Don’t risk your sporting career – get expert concussion care today. Book your comprehensive assessment with Melbourne North’s trusted concussion specialists.