Concussion Care for Kids & Teens — What to Expect & How to Support Recovery
Concussions in kids and teens are more common than ever—yet many families are still told to “just rest and wait.”
At Same Stars Wellness, we do things differently. We offer gentle, personalized support that helps the body heal, the nervous system regulate, and your child feel safe and understood along the way.
Whether the injury came from sports, a fall, or a minor bump with major effects, your child deserves care that’s calm, responsive, and evidence-informed.
🧠 Concussions: What Parents Often Aren’t Told
Concussions don’t always look dramatic. Sometimes there’s no loss of consciousness. Sometimes symptoms show up hours or days later. And for many kids and teens, especially those with sensory sensitivities, anxiety, or neurodivergence, the effects can linger—unless they're properly supported.
Common concussion symptoms include:
Headaches or neck pain
Fatigue, fogginess, or trouble focusing
Mood changes, irritability, or anxiety
Light/sound sensitivity
Sleep disturbances
Feeling “off,” disconnected, or overwhelmed
And here’s what we know: rest alone isn’t enough.
Modern concussion recovery should involve nervous system support, gentle re-integration, and collaboration between care providers. That’s where we come in.
🌿 How We Support Concussion Recovery at Same Stars
We take a trauma-informed, body-aware approach to concussion care—tailored specifically for children and teens.
✔️ Craniosacral Therapy (CST)
CST is one of the most effective techniques we use for post-concussion recovery. It’s a gentle, hands-on approach that works with the craniosacral system (the fluid and membranes around the brain and spinal cord) to:
Reduce pressure and inflammation
Calm the nervous system
Improve headaches, sleep, and sensory overwhelm
Support clearer thinking and emotional regulation
It’s non-invasive and often deeply calming—especially for kids who are feeling overstimulated or anxious.
✔️ Massage Therapy
Our massage therapists (including Carla, who specializes in concussion recovery) use adapted techniques to relieve neck, scalp, and upper back tension caused by whiplash, bracing, or injury compensation.
Massage can also help reduce anxiety, improve circulation, and ease discomfort in the early and late stages of recovery.
✔️ Burnout & Post-Concussion Care Strategies
Many kids with concussions are high-achieving, highly sensitive, or used to pushing through—which can complicate recovery. We provide families with tools and strategies for pacing, rest, regulation, and reintegration—especially around returning to school or activities.
🧒 What Makes Our Concussion Care Different?
Trauma-aware care that meets your child where they’re at—mentally, physically, and emotionally
Support for co-existing sensory or emotional needs, not just the injury
Collaboration with your family, school team, and other health providers
A welcoming space where teens and kids feel respected—not rushed, dismissed, or told to “tough it out”
Whether your child is in the early days post-concussion or struggling with long-term symptoms, we’re here to help restore balance.
✅ Let’s Support Their Recovery—Together
If your child has had a concussion and still isn’t quite themselves—don’t wait. Recovery can be slow, especially without the right support. But healing is possible, and it doesn’t have to be done alone.
👉 Book an appointment with Carla or another member of our pediatric team today.
Let’s help your child feel safe, seen, and supported every step of the way.
