What to Expect

What can you expect from the Carolina Sports Concussion Clinic?

Evaluation and resolution of a concussion is a process.  We feel that our collaborative approach is an excellent way to treat each unique injury as that. 

When you call the Carolina Sports Concussion Clinic hotline, you will speak with one of our certified athletic trainers.  It may seem like we ask a lot of questions.  Before you walk in the door, we want to know as much about your injury as possible. 

Your first office visit will last about 1 1/2 hours.  After you are checked in, one of our certified athletic trainers will complete the history of your injury, go through a graded symptom checklist with you, perform a vestibular and balance screen, and may also screen your vision.  Our athletic trainers may also administer a neurocognitive test on the computer to guage things like memory, visual processing speed, and reaction time.

Once that information is gathered, a provider will perform a thorough physical exam, including a neurological screening.  Your provider will use all of the findings to develop a Concussion Care Plan unique to your injury, keeping in mind your goals for returning to activities.

If indicated, your provider may choose to repeat some of the above tests at a follow-up visit.  This will help us make decisions on returning you to school, work, and physical acitivity.