Persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS) remain a complex and often frustrating challenge for athletic therapists, physiotherapists, and other health professionals. Despite adherence to current best practices—including graded return-to-play protocols and symptom-based management—many patients continue to report symptoms months or even years after initial injury.
Recent clinical developments at the Fascia Training Institute (FTI) suggest that integrating fascia-focused interventions may address underlying dysfunctions in the autonomic and central nervous systems, offering a new dimension to concussion care.
The Limitations of Conventional Concussion Protocols
In the evolving landscape of concussion management, professionals face mounting pressure to deliver effective, evidence-based care that accelerates recovery and minimizes long-term sequelae. While advances in neuroimaging and cognitive rehabilitation have improved diagnostic and therapeutic accuracy, treatment often falls short—particularly for athletes with complex symptom presentations involving fatigue, anxiety, dysregulation, or sleep disturbance.
A growing body of research indicates that trauma, both physical and emotional, can lead to fascial densification and altered neural input. These myofascial restrictions can impede the brain’s ability to exit a persistent state of sympathetic overactivation (i.e., fight-or-flight or freeze response), potentially impairing neuroplasticity, sleep cycles, and emotional regulation.
Dynamic Brain Healing: A Paradigm Shift in Neurofascial Recovery
The Fascia Training Institute’s Dynamic Brain Healing Level 1 course provides a structured, clinically tested approach to restoring autonomic balance and neurological function through fascial release techniques. Developed over three decades and applied successfully in professional athletic populations, this method integrates:
- Targeted fascial release protocols to reduce tissue restrictions affecting cranial, cervical, and thoracic regions
- Neurofascial assessments to detect areas of dysfunction impacting neural recovery
- Vagal nerve stimulation through non-invasive, manual interventions to support parasympathetic activation
- Clinical application of breath work and proprioceptive reset techniques to reinforce self-regulation and resilience
This program is not merely adjunctive. In multiple case studies, it has demonstrated significant improvements in symptom resolution, cognitive clarity, and return-to-function timelines, even in cases that had plateaued under traditional care models.
Clinical Relevance and Application
For certified athletic therapists (CAT(C)s), physical therapists, and manual therapy professionals, this course offers a comprehensive framework to:
- Expand clinical capacity in managing persistent neurological dysfunction
- Improve patient engagement and outcomes in post-concussion care
- Integrate fascia-focused methods into existing musculoskeletal and neurorehabilitation protocols
- Elevate professional competencies in treating complex or refractory cases
Conclusion: A Call for Integration
As the field of athletic therapy continues to evolve, there is a growing need for modalities that not only address the structural integrity of the body but also engage the nervous system in meaningful and lasting ways. Dynamic Brain Healing represents a shift toward holistic, brain-first treatment that recognizes the role of fascia in recovery and performance optimization.
This course is designed for forward-thinking practitioners who seek to bridge the gap between traditional concussion care and neurofascial science.
Course Information:
Dynamic Brain Healing Level 1 – Fascia Training Institute
Location: Online & In-Person Options
Duration: 3 Days
CEUs: Available for select professional organizations