5 Phase Return-to-Play Program for Concussions
5 Phase Return-to-Play Program for Concussions
Target deficits from the somatosensory and proprioceptive systems among other regulatory systems affected by a mTBI while simultaneously accomplishing all objectives of a return to play program.
Connect return-to-play, injury prevention and performance enhancement!
Get more from your training time. This 5 Phase Return-to-Play Program for Concussions with the WAV Sensorimotor Trainer targets deficits from the somatosensory and proprioceptive systems among other regulatory systems affected by a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Simultaneously, it allows for all objectives of a return to play program to be accomplished. This approach enriches and further informs the typical protocol and helps identify measurable criteria that are thread through each phase and beyond.
This program was developed with Dr. Ricker Adkins, DAT, LAT, ATC assistant professor at Jefferson University’s College of Rehabilitation Sciences and is designed for application with diagnosis of simple concussions lasting less than approximately 14 days.
This comprehensive program utilizes the WAV and exercise presented in your Professional Movement Library. Included in this training program are:
Primer. Understand the high-level rationale and application of WAV training within a 5-phase program for mTBI. Learn the foundation for each phase and key factors for implementing the program.
Supplement. Use this step by step guide for implementing the program including guidelines, exercises, and exclusive Neck Protocol.
Check List. Use this single page checklist to track the successful progression through the program.
Use the results from this program to refine which sensory motions need to be addressed through continued rehabilitation progressions after successful return to play.
NOTE: THIS IS A TRAINING PROTOCOL ONLY. YOU MUST HAVE PURCHASED WAV@practice or WAV@Pro. YOU WILL RECEIVE ACCESS TO THIS PROGRAM VIA YOUR ONLINE WAV ACCOUNT.