Baseline Testing

In clinic baseline testing takes approx 30min and needs to be completed yearly to remain valid.

  • Step 1.

    Prior to your in clinic baseline test, you will receive an email with a registration link. Once registered you will receive a code, bring this with you to your appointment.

    Step 2.

    In clinic we will ask you some questions regarding your medical history, concussion history and symptom score.

    We will then perform some tests on orientation, immediate memory recall, auditory concentration and visual tracking and processing.

    Step 3.

    We will then perform 2 different balance tests, including the use of sensors and a computer system measuring your postural sway.

    Step 4.

    We then move on to the final stations being reaction time, strength and delayed memory recall.

    Step 5.

    Is completed outside of clinic. This is the DANA test. It is an additional neurocognitive test that you can complete on your mobile via the concussion tracker app.

    For this, you will need 2 valid baseline tests on 2 separate days to have a complete baseline.

  • Unfortunately, no! In order to have a valid baseline, testing must include the full battery of tests and be completed yearly to remain valid.

    Without a baseline test, it is very difficult as clinicians to make a safe and accurate decision regarding safety to return to play.

Concussion Treatment and Assessment

  • This includes a comprehensive assessment and detailed history of the injury, covering the mechanism, symptoms, and any relevant clinical signs to guide appropriate management.

    If you’ve previously completed a baseline test, this may also involve a re-test to thoroughly assess your current condition.

    We will also assess your neck for any possible involvement.

    We will then treat your cervical spine if warranted and provide you with some exercises for home and some information regarding limiting work/study and exercise, and ensuring adequate sleep as well as nutrition.

  • Depending on your progress, we may continue to treat your cervical spine and incrementally upgrade your return to work, study and exercise and training plan.

    As you progress, you will be put through a gradual treadmill test. For athletes looking to return to sport, you will also then be put through a more intense physical exertion test and then a retest of your baseline (if valid) or a vestibular oculomotor motor screen.

  • These tests need to be done and passed before you can upgrade your capacity and return to sport. If not completed, we cannot accurately determine if you are safe to return to sport.

Concussion Tracker App

By utilizing the CCM Concussion Tracker App, rugby clubs can enhance player safety, improve concussion management, and ensure athletes return to play only when their brain has fully recovered, reducing long-term risks.

The Complete Concussion Management (CCM) Concussion Tracker App is now freely available for all patients, providing an essential tool for tracking and managing brain health.

Baseline Testing for All Players

  • Establishes an objective pre-season benchmark for cognitive and neurological function.

  • Provides a personalized reference point for comparison after a suspected concussion.

Accurate Post-Injury Assessment

  • Allows for immediate symptom reporting and guided concussion testing.

  • Detects even the smallest changes in brain health, helping to identify subtle impairments.

Guided Treatment and Return-to-Sport Protocols

  • The data collected through the app helps clinicians tailor individual treatment plans.

  • Ensures players have not only recovered symptomatically but have also regained full neurological function.

  • Provides objective measures to confirm when an athlete is ready to safely return to contact sport.

Improved Recovery Monitoring

  • Tracks symptoms over time to guide safe return-to-play decisions.

  • Ensures players are fully recovered before resuming contact activities.

Enhanced Player Safety & Club Compliance

  • Supports best-practice concussion management and aligns with current safety protocols.

  • Reduces the risk of premature return to play, lowering the chance of repeat injuries.

Increased Duty of Care for the Club

  • While concussions can’t always be prevented, the club can ensure players recover properly before returning to play.

  • The app and baseline data provide confidence in a player’s recovery rather than relying solely on self-reported symptoms.

  • Strengthens the club’s commitment to player welfare by implementing best-practice concussion protocols.

Take the First Step Towards Recovery Today

Don’t let a concussion hold you back. Whether you need baseline testing, active rehabilitation, or guidance in managing persistent symptoms, we are here to help. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and experience the Complete Concussion Care difference.

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