Is Your Concussion Recovery Team Working For You—Or Against You?
Have you been bouncing between different providers—physical therapists, chiropractors, nutritionists, doctors—yet still feeling stuck in your recovery? It’s frustrating, and you’re not alone. One of the biggest barriers to effective concussion recovery isn’t a lack of care, but a lack of coordination between the people providing it.
The Problem With a Disconnected Healthcare Team
You see a chiropractor for your neck pain, a physical therapist for balance issues, maybe even a nutritionist to support brain health. But if they’re not talking to each other, they might as well be working in separate silos—leaving you in the middle, trying to piece it all together. This can lead to:
Conflicting advice that keeps you second-guessing what’s best for your recovery.
Missed opportunities to integrate treatments that could accelerate healing.
A frustrating cycle of trial and error that leaves you feeling like progress is just out of reach.
Why a Collaborative Team is a Game-Changer
Imagine if all your providers were on the same page—working together, sharing insights, and making sure their treatments complement each other instead of contradicting. That’s the kind of care that leads to breakthroughs in recovery.
The key? Having a quarterback—someone to oversee your care and ensure your providers are actually working as a team. This could be a concussion-literate therapist, doctor, or case manager who helps coordinate the moving parts of your recovery.
How to Build a Team That Works for You
Find a quarterback. Identify a provider who understands the full scope of concussion rehab and is willing to help coordinate your care.
Encourage communication. Ask your providers if they’re open to collaborating with each other—many are happy to, but just don’t think to make the first move.
Be your own advocate. If something feels disjointed or confusing, speak up. Your recovery should feel like a team effort, not a solo mission.
Your healing deserves more than a disconnected approach. If you’re stuck in the shuffle of multiple providers, it’s time to take control of your recovery by making sure your team is working together.
Want to dive deeper? Listen to the latest episode of the Concussion Nerds Podcast, where we break down exactly how to build a concussion recovery team that actually works.
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