Concussion Management
Concussions are brain injuries. And like any injury, they respond better to the right care than to simply waiting. Whether you're dealing with lingering symptoms, a recent hit, or a history of concussions that hasn't fully resolved — there is a path forward.
Two Methods
In-Person Rehab for the Brain
Professional oversight without the commute — available wherever you are.
Starts with a virtual assessment and symptom questionnaire, then moves into structured return-to-play or return-to-learn protocols with ongoing check-ins to track progress. Designed for clients outside the local area, parents who want expert guidance without the hassle of in-person visits, and mild-to-moderate cases that don't require hands-on treatment.
All you need is a device that can make a video call.
Remote Consult & Monitoring
Concussion recovery isn't always linear — and for some people, the symptoms that linger longest are the hardest to explain. This is structured, progressive rehabilitation for exactly that.
Through graduated exposure, consistent symptom monitoring, and clear functional milestones, clients work toward feeling like themselves again — not just medically cleared, but actually right. Built for those managing persistent post-concussion symptoms and athletes who've been given the green light but still know something's off.
The Specialist Behind the Treatment
Concussion management is a specialty — and it's treated like one here. Athletic Trainers come pre-loaded with hands on understanding and management of concussion in ways that even physicians don’t generally have without a specialty. In addition to that, Melissa has taken measures to stay current with concussion care and rehabilitation. By focusing her continued education on learning from specialists in the field of neurology, physical therapy, and vestibular therapy, Melissa brings the compilation of knowledge from those spaces into her private practice.
Clients come in having seen multiple general providers without real progress. They leave with a clear protocol, measurable milestones, and a path back to full function that continues past where others think the work is done.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Rest is an important first step — but if symptoms persist beyond a few days, return after activity, or start affecting school, work, or daily life, that's a signal your brain needs more than rest alone. A professional assessment can tell you where you actually are in recovery and what to do next, so you aren’t guessing.
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The Remote Consult & Monitoring service is built specifically for the client’s success — virtual assessment, symptom tracking, and structured protocols without any in-person visits required. You do need a device with video capability, and connection with the app we use for monitoring.
In a perfect world - your sessions would be in person. In the real world - we can get everything we need to done remotely, and good remote care is better than poor in person care local to where you are.
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With Concussion, each path is unique. Ultimately, it depends on the severity of your injury, how long symptoms have been present, and how the you respond to treatment. Some clients see significant progress in a couple weeks; others with persistent symptoms may need a few month structured program. What matters is having a clear protocol and measurable milestones — not a generic timeline.
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Yes — and it's one of the most important populations to get right. Young athletes are often eager to return to sport before they're ready, and the stakes of rushing recovery are higher at that age. Sideline Sports Medicine works with youth athletes and their families to make sure return-to-play decisions are made carefully and confidently. Make good decisions now, so you have all your options later.
Start with a Consultation
Whether you're a parent watching your kid struggle after a hit, or an adult athlete who can't shake the fog, the headaches, or the feeling that something is just off — you don't have to figure this out alone.
I offer remote consults and ongoing monitoring for clients who need professional oversight without having to come in person, and structured brain rehab for those dealing with persistent post-concussion symptoms. Every plan is built around where you are right now and what it actually takes to get you back to full function — not just back on paper.
Recovery is possible. It just needs a real plan.