The Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health (ISEH) Concussion Clinic is a world-leading, one-stop multidisciplinary clinic for professional and amateur athletes with concussion-related issues.
A minority of patients who suffer concussion have symptoms that can last several months and negatively impact their quality of life. Such patients require careful assessment and expert management to recover, but unfortunately many do not have access to services that can provide this.
The ISEH excels in resolving complex cases through a multidisciplinary team approach. Led by our resident consultant neurologist, Dr Richard Sylvester, our expert team includes the following specialists:
Evidence is emerging of a link between repeated head impacts and long-term neurological conditions. Although a number of high profile cases of retired athletes with early onset dementia, including chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) have been reported, the scale of the problem and whether concussion (and/or other factors) is the cause is currently unknown.
Cognitive symptoms in retired athletes are very rarely due to dementia but expert assessment and investigation are needed to establish the cause. Additionally, there are many simple interventions in mid-life that can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia in the future.
The ISEH, in collaboration with the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, have developed a pathway to support retired athletes who are concerned about neurocognitive issues. This includes expert cognitive neurology assessment, state-of-the art brain imaging and if needed cognitive testing with a neuropsychologist as well as individualised identification and management of modifiable risk factors to maintain brain health throughout life.
The ISEH Concussion Clinic also provides a dedicated service for the diagnosis and management of concussion-related injuries in children and adolescents (aged from 12-18). This service is led by Professor Mike Loosemore MBE, a globally recognised expert in Sport and Exercise Medicine. Throughout his career, Professor Loosemore has been dedicated to the treatment and recovery of athletes (both elite level and recreational) and also non-athletic patients— children and adults—facing concussion-related issues. He is also a leading figure in advancing concussion research and advocating for the integration of exercise in medical treatment.
Working alongside Professor Mike Loosemore MBE at our central London facility supporting the management, recovery, and care of patients, we are proud to have David Bartlett as a key member of our specialist team. David is an accomplished physiotherapist with vast expertise and commitment to the recovery and long-term well-being of individuals with concussion injuries.
To book an appointment at the ISEH Concussion Clinic please contact:
Tel: +44 (0)20 3447 2800
Email: ISEHConcussionService@hcahealthcare.co.uk
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