UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING CONCUSSION WITH CRANIAL OSTEOPATHY

A Practical Guide to Brain Recovery, Post-Concussion Syndrome, Nervous System Healing and Cranial Osteopathy

A concussion can change your life in an instant. Even after the initial injury has healed, lingering symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, fatigue, brain fog, poor concentration, disturbed sleep, anxiety, and sensitivity to light or noise can continue to affect everyday life.

Understanding and Managing Concussion with Cranial Osteopathy offers a compassionate, practical, and evidence-informed guide to understanding concussion recovery and supporting the body's remarkable ability to heal.

Written by internationally respected osteopath and lecturer Ian Wright , this accessible book explains what happens inside the brain following concussion, why recovery can take longer than expected, and how gentle cranial osteopathy may help restore balance to the nervous system alongside conventional medical care.

Inside you'll discover:

What concussion really is and why it isn't always caused by a direct blow to the head The science behind brain healing, cerebrospinal fluid, the vagus nerve, and the glymphatic system Why symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, fatigue, memory problems and emotional changes occur Understanding Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) How cranial osteopathy may support recovery by encouraging relaxation, improving circulation, and helping regulate the nervous system Practical recovery strategies for sleep, pacing, exercise, nutrition and emotional wellbeing Guidance for returning safely to work, school and sport Recovery advice for children and young people Daily exercises and rehabilitation techniques to support healing Extensive UK, Irish and international concussion support resources Whether your concussion resulted from sport, a fall, a road traffic accident, or another injury, this reassuring guide explains why healing is rarely a straight line and why patience, consistency and the right support can make all the difference.

Ideal for patients, families, coaches, teachers, healthcare professionals, therapists and anyone supporting someone recovering from concussion, this book combines practical advice with decades of clinical experience to help readers regain confidence and move forward with hope.

Recovery begins with understanding.