What is Concussion Treatment?
A concussion rarely announces itself clearly. One day you're fine, the next you're dealing with headaches that won't quit, trouble concentrating, dizziness, or a fog that makes ordinary tasks harder than they should be. If your concussion happened in a car accident, you're likely also juggling ICBC paperwork, time off work, and questions about who is actually qualified to help you get better.
It's a confusing time. You might have been told to just rest and wait it out, only to find your symptoms are still hanging around weeks later. Or you're an active person, a weekend runner, a hockey player, someone who used to move through life without thinking twice, and now you're not sure when you'll get back to that.
You're not looking for another vague timeline. You want someone who understands concussions and can tell you clearly what's happening and what to do next.
What Is Concussion Treatment?
Concussion treatment starts with understanding what actually happened. A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a blow to the head, or a hit elsewhere on the body that jolts the brain inside the skull. It doesn't show up on a CT or MRI scan, which is part of why concussions can feel so disorienting.
Concussion management is a structured, hands-on approach to supporting your recovery: assessing your specific symptoms, treating the physical patterns that come with a head injury such as neck tension, dizziness, and balance issues, and guiding your return to school, work, sport, or daily life at a pace your body can handle. This is not a substitute for seeing a physician. Physician support is an essential part of concussion recovery, and concussion management works best alongside your doctor's care, not instead of it.
Meet Your Athletic Therapist
Jenn Massingham is a Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT(C)) with a Master's degree in Kinesiology, specializing in Sport and Exercise Psychology, and a Bachelor's degree in Athletic and Exercise Therapy. She spent years working with provincial, national, and Olympic-level athletes, including as part of the therapy team behind Canada's Silver medal Women's 8 Rowing crew at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Jenn treats concussions using a blend of manual therapy, craniosacral therapy, muscle energy techniques, and nervous system regulation, addressing both the physical and emotional weight a head injury can carry.
- 15+ years working with athletes at every level, from weekend warriors to Olympians
- Trained in craniosacral therapy and nervous system regulation as part of concussion recovery
- Treats the whole person, drawing on a biopsychosocial approach that looks at physical, emotional, and social factors together
What to Expect
Assessment
Treatment
Return to life
Life After Treatment
- Clearer thinking. Less fog, fewer headaches, and an easier time concentrating through your day.
- A realistic plan. You'll know what's actually happening and what to expect next, instead of guessing.
- Support that goes beyond rest. Hands-on treatment for the neck tension, dizziness, and balance issues that often come with a concussion.
- A guide back to your life. Whether that's returning to sport, work, or simply feeling like yourself again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Jenn is registered with ICBC and can bill directly for athletic therapy treatment. ICBC automatically funds up to 12 treatments within the first 12 weeks after a motor vehicle accident, so you can start care quickly after a crash.
Yes. Concussion management with Jenn is not a replacement for physician care. It works best alongside your doctor, who can monitor your recovery and rule out anything more serious.
It varies from person to person. Some people feel better within a few weeks, while others need longer, more structured support if symptoms persist. Jenn will help you understand what's realistic for your specific situation.
Coverage varies by plan. Check with your employer or insurance provider to see if athletic therapy is included, as more plans are adding coverage for it.
Mandala Center for Health & Wellness
215- 611 Brookside Road,Victoria, BC
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Ready to Get Started?
You don't have to figure out concussion recovery on your own. Jenn Massingham brings Olympic-level experience and a genuinely person-centred approach to every concussion assessment at Mandala Center for Health & Wellness in Colwood. If you were in a car accident, ICBC funding can often start right away. Book online in under 2 minutes.
