Concussion Clinic Calgary North | Serving NW & NE Calgary
Certified, Comprehensive “Concussion Care”
Experienced Team
Our experienced clinicians understand the complexities of concussion recovery and provide care tailored to your symptoms and stage of recovery.
Targeted Relief
Our treatment plans go beyond basic management, helping address post-concussion symptoms such as headaches, neck tension, dizziness, and nervous system regulation.
Certified Care
At Nose Creek Physiotherapy, our clinicians are certified through Shift Concussion, providing evidence-based care tailored to concussion recovery.
Clarity, Guidance, and Progress
A concussion can leave you feeling uncertain, frustrated, and unsure where to turn next. Symptoms can interrupt work, school, sport, and everyday routines in ways that are hard to explain to others. At Nose Creek Physiotherapy, our concussion clinic in Calgary is built around helping people understand what’s happening, what to expect, and how to move forward with a clear plan. Whether your injury happened on the field, in a motor vehicle collision, or after a slip or fall, we focus on education, structure, and steady progression.
NOTE: If you are an existing client and register in the online portal, and the software tells you that it cannot find your file, you need to call us to update your email or phone number. We appreciate your patience.

What is a Concussion?
Most people have heard the term concussion, but few truly understand what it involves. A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury caused by a force to the head or body that disrupts how the brain functions. This does not always involve a direct hit to the head, and it does not always involve loss of consciousness.
A concussion clinic provides structured assessment and guidance following this type of injury. Rather than relying on scans or guesswork, a concussion clinic evaluates how different systems in the body are functioning after injury. These systems may include balance, vision, neck movement, tolerance to activity, and cognitive load.
The purpose of a concussion clinic is not rest alone. It is to help people safely reintroduce activity, understand symptom patterns, and avoid the cycle of doing too much too soon—or too little for too long.
Let’s start our investigation:
Who?
Concussion care is for anyone whose symptoms are affecting their ability to live, work, learn, or stay active. At our concussion clinic in Calgary, we commonly work with:
You do not need to “wait it out” to seek care. Whether your concussion happened days ago or months ago, assessment can still provide direction and reassurance.

What?
A concussion assessment at Nose Creek Physiotherapy begins with listening. Understanding how the injury occurred and how symptoms behave throughout the day is a key part of building an effective plan.
Your assessment may include:
We also explain what each finding means. Many people feel relief simply understanding why certain activities feel harder and what is safe to do next.
Where?
Our concussion clinic is located at Nose Creek Physiotherapy in Calgary, making it convenient for residents of the north side of the city and surrounding communities such as Airdrie and nearby neighborhoods.
Care takes place in a calm, supportive clinic environment where appointments are one-on-one and unrushed. Because concussion symptoms can fluctuate, having a nearby clinic helps make follow-up visits manageable and consistent.
We also encourage patients to explore trusted educational resources between visits, including materials from Shift Concussion, a Canadian-based concussion education platform.

Why?
Without guidance, many people fall into one of two traps: pushing too hard and flaring symptoms, or avoiding activity altogether out of fear. Both can prolong recovery and increase frustration.
Concussion care provides:
Understanding what’s happening often reduces the stress that comes with lingering symptoms.
How?
Concussion recovery is rarely a straight line. Some days feel easier, others feel discouraging. Our role is to help guide progression based on how your body responds, not based on arbitrary timelines.
Care may include:
Each phase is adjusted as symptoms change. The goal is not to rush, but to move forward with confidence and consistency.
Why Choose Nose Creek Physiotherapy for Concussion Management?

There are many places offering concussion services. What sets Nose Creek Physiotherapy apart is how concussion care fits into a broader, team-based approach.
Concussion care works best when it is part of a thoughtful plan rather than a stand-alone appointment.
Book Your Concussion Assessment Today
If you’re searching for concussion rehabilitation in Calgary, Nose Creek Physiotherapy is here to help you take the next step with clarity and support. Whether your concussion came from sport, a motor vehicle collision, or a fall, early assessment and structured care can make a meaningful difference.
NOTE: If you are an existing client and register in the online portal, and the software tells you that it cannot find your file, you need to call us to update your email or phone number. We appreciate your patience.
Calgary Finest: Our Physiotherapists?

About Blair Schachterle
President - BScPT, Dip Manip PT, Dip Sport PT, FCAMPT, CGIMS
Blair has been a Physiotherapist at Nose Creek Physiotherapy since 2001. Blair graduated from the University of Alberta with a BScPT in 1992. He has focused on Orthopaedic Manual Therapy and Sport Therapy. Blair completed his Sport Therapy Diploma in 1997, and his Advanced Manual and Manipulative Diploma in 1998...
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Conncussion Clinic Calgary NE & NW FAQs
Every concussion is different. Some symptoms resolve within days, while others take weeks or longer. Factors such as previous concussions, sleep patterns, stress levels, and how activity is managed early on can influence how long symptoms remain noticeable.
Light, guided activity is often appropriate and can be helpful when introduced gradually. Complete inactivity is rarely recommended long-term. Exercise tolerance is different for everyone, which is why structured progression and symptom monitoring are important during recovery.
Yes. Concussion symptoms often fluctuate depending on sleep, stress, screen time, and physical or mental workload. Good days followed by harder days are common. Tracking patterns helps identify triggers and supports better planning around work, school, and activity.
Symptom flare-ups do not mean you are back at the beginning. They usually indicate that activity temporarily exceeded tolerance. Adjusting intensity, duration, or recovery time often helps symptoms settle again without stopping progress altogether.
Concussion assessment can still be helpful long after the initial injury. Persistent symptoms often relate to specific triggers or systems that have not fully adapted. Identifying these factors can provide clarity and direction, even if the injury is not recent.
NOTE: If you are an existing client and register in the online portal, and the software tells you that it cannot find your file, you need to call us to update your email or phone number. We appreciate your patience.
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