Concussion Treatment & Recovery Support in Kelowna
Okanagan Laser Solutions provides individualized concussion care in Kelowna with clinical assessment, symptom tracking, and BIOFLEX® low-level laser therapy incorporated when appropriate.
Concussion symptoms can affect more than the head
A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury. Symptoms can affect physical function, thinking, sleep, mood, balance, and tolerance for normal activity. Some symptoms appear immediately, while others become more noticeable over the hours or days that follow.
Because the symptom pattern varies from person to person, concussion care should be based on an individual assessment rather than a single checklist or fixed treatment schedule.
Headache & head pressure
Headache, pressure, or discomfort can persist after the initial injury and may change with activity, screens, or concentration.
Dizziness & balance
Some people experience dizziness, unsteadiness, motion sensitivity, or difficulty returning to normal movement and exercise.
Fatigue & sleep changes
Changes in sleep quality, increased fatigue, or feeling easily depleted can affect work, school, exercise, and daily routines.
Brain fog & concentration
Concentration, memory, processing speed, and mental stamina may feel different during concussion recovery.
Light & noise sensitivity
Bright environments, screens, busy spaces, or loud sounds can temporarily increase symptoms for some patients.
Mood & emotional changes
Irritability, anxiety, low mood, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed can occur during recovery and may affect relationships and daily life.
A suspected serious head injury needs urgent medical assessment
This clinic page is not emergency care. After a head injury, severe or worsening symptoms, loss of consciousness, seizure, repeated vomiting, increasing confusion, new weakness or numbness, or other concerning neurological changes should be assessed urgently through emergency medical services or an emergency department.
Our concussion care process
Assessment & symptom profile
The starting point is understanding the injury, current symptoms, functional limits, previous care, and how the concussion is affecting everyday life.
Individualized treatment plan
Care is matched to the patient’s presentation rather than a fixed protocol applied identically to everyone.
Laser therapy when appropriate
BIOFLEX® low-level laser therapy may be incorporated into the clinic’s concussion approach when the clinical assessment supports its use.
Reassessment & progression
Symptoms, function, and response to care are reviewed over time so the treatment plan can be adjusted as recovery progresses.
Where BIOFLEX® laser therapy fits
Photobiomodulation and low-level laser therapy have been studied in relation to brain injury and neurological recovery, but the evidence is still developing. Okanagan Laser Solutions incorporates BIOFLEX® laser therapy into individualized concussion care rather than presenting it as a guaranteed or stand-alone cure.
The clinic’s goal is to support recovery and reduce symptoms while monitoring how the patient responds. Treatment suitability, frequency, and expected benefit vary by individual.
For more about the technology itself, see Laser Therapy in Kelowna.
A clinic-reported outcome, presented with context
reported success rate in reducing concussion-related symptoms
Dr. Markus Thiel (BPE, RT, DC) developed the clinic’s proprietary concussion treatment protocol. In a five-year clinic pilot study, Okanagan Laser Solutions reports a 96% success rate in reducing concussion-related symptoms.
This is clinic-reported pilot-study data. It should not be interpreted as a guarantee of individual outcome or as a substitute for the broader body of concussion research.
Review the Clinic StudyWhen recovery takes longer than expected
Not every concussion follows the same recovery timeline. Some people continue to experience headaches, dizziness, fatigue, concentration problems, sleep disruption, or emotional changes after the initial injury period.
Persistent symptoms deserve reassessment. Depending on the presentation, appropriate care may include treatment at the clinic, graded return to activity, or referral to another healthcare professional when additional evaluation is needed.
Tools and education for patients & families
Concussion treatment FAQ
When should I get assessed after a concussion?
A suspected concussion should be assessed by an appropriate healthcare professional. If symptoms are severe, worsening, or suggest a more serious head injury, urgent medical assessment is appropriate.
Can laser therapy be used for concussion recovery?
Okanagan Laser Solutions may incorporate BIOFLEX® low-level laser therapy into individualized concussion care. Research in this area is still developing, and results vary, so laser therapy should not be considered a guaranteed cure.
How long does concussion recovery take?
Recovery time varies. Some people improve relatively quickly while others experience symptoms for longer. Treatment and return-to-activity decisions should be based on symptoms, function, and clinical assessment rather than a fixed timeline.
What is the Rivermead questionnaire?
The Rivermead Post-Concussion Symptoms Questionnaire is a structured tool used to record common symptoms after concussion. It can help patients describe changes over time, but it does not replace clinical assessment.
Can chiropractic care be part of concussion treatment?
When appropriate to the patient’s presentation, chiropractic assessment and care may be one part of a broader recovery plan. The clinic determines which approaches are suitable based on the individual assessment.
Looking for concussion treatment in Kelowna?
Contact Okanagan Laser Solutions to discuss your symptoms, injury history, and recovery goals and to determine whether the clinic’s concussion care approach may be appropriate for you.