Physiotherapy For Head Injury

A head injury refers to any trauma to the head, including the scalp, skull, or brain. It can range from a minor bump or bruise to serious brain injury. Head injuries are typically classified into two broad categories:

Closed Head Injury: The skull remains intact, and there is no penetration into the brain. Examples: Concussion, contusion (bruise), or hematoma (blood clot).

Penetrating Head Injury: An object breaks through the skull and enters the brain tissue. Examples: Injuries from gunshots or sharp objects.

Common Causes:

• Falls (a leading cause, especially in young children and elderly people)
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Sports-related injuries
• Physical assaults
• Workplace accidents

How can Physiotherapy help patients with head injury

Acute care: In the early stages of a head injury, physiotherapy can help reduce symptoms and prevent further injury. This may involve pain and inflammation management, ice, rest, and medications. Giving adequate and accurate care in cases of head injury cannot be overemphasized.

Rehabilitation: As the patient recovers, physiotherapy can help improve strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. This may include exercises, manual therapy, and assistive devices.

Gait training: Physiotherapists can help patients relearn how to walk.

Pain management: Physiotherapy can help manage pain, which can be a challenge during recovery.

Independence: Physiotherapy can help patients regain independence in activities of daily living.

Education: Physiotherapists can educate patients and their families on how to manage symptoms, reduce fatigue, and improve energy conservation.

For any form of head injury no matter how small treat it with every seriousness, we handle head injury as a result of fall or sporting activities, you can find us at

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