The Art of Concussion Assessment: Are You Missing Key Pieces?

Alright, friends—let’s talk about concussion assessment. In an ideal world, I would have waited until my voice was back to its full, non-froggy self before recording this episode, but here we are. This is the best I’ve sounded in days, so you’re getting my raspy, slightly hoarse version today!

In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the biggest gaps I see in clinical practice: incomplete concussion assessments. Too often, clinicians assess within their area of expertise and miss critical pieces—whether it’s the autonomic system, vestibular function, or another key component. We need to step back, zoom out, and ensure we’re assessing ALL systems, not just the ones we’re most comfortable with.

We’ll dive into: ✅ Why a true multi-system approach starts with assessment ✅ The most commonly overlooked factors in concussion evaluation ✅ How your own clinical bias might be leading to gaps in assessment ✅ The essential subjective and objective tools every provider should be using ✅ Why rushing to treatment before full assessment can create frustration (for both you and your client!)

If you’re serious about improving your concussion assessments and getting better results for your clients, this one’s for you.

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