Non-surgical · Calabasas · Same-day appointments
Concussion Treatment
Calabasas
An invisible injury deserves a visible plan.
A concussion can disrupt your sleep, your focus, your balance, and your sense of self — sometimes for weeks after impact. At California Brain & Spine Center, Dr. Ali builds a non-surgical recovery plan around what your brain actually needs to heal.
The hidden injury
Most concussions don't look like injuries
That's exactly the problem. No cast, no scar, no visible bruise — just headaches that won't quit, a fog that follows you into every meeting, and the quiet worry that something isn't right.
Concussions affect people across Calabasas, Agoura Hills, Woodland Hills and the wider Los Angeles area every day — from teenage athletes to drivers in minor fender-benders. Many never get a proper neurological evaluation. We change that.
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Understanding Concussions
The six ways a concussion shows up
No two concussions look the same. We identify six symptom clusters so treatment targets the exact systems disrupted — not just the surface headache.
Visual
Blurred or double vision, light sensitivity, eye strain on screens, and trouble tracking moving objects.
Vestibular
Dizziness, vertigo, poor balance, motion sensitivity, ringing in the ears, and nausea with head movement.
Proprioceptive
Neck pain, stiffness, numbness, unsteady footing, and headaches radiating from the base of the skull.
Autonomic
Fatigue, insomnia, racing heart, lightheadedness when standing, and digestive changes.
Cognitive
Brain fog, slow processing, memory lapses, and difficulty concentrating on tasks that once felt simple.
Emotional
Anxiety, low mood, irritability, restlessness, and reactions that feel disproportionate.
By the numbers
A quiet epidemic across the U.S.
- 3.8 million concussions are diagnosed annually in the United States.
- Children and teens account for over 800,000 cases each year.
- Roughly half of all concussions go unreported and untreated.
- About 1 in 10 athletes will sustain a concussion during their career.
Our approach
Concussion treatment in Calabasas — without surgery
The vast majority of concussions heal with the right rehabilitation, not the operating room.
Low-risk care
No anesthesia, no unnecessary medications. Therapies that work with your nervous system, not against it.
Function-focused
We rebuild balance, vision, cognition and mood through real-world exercises, not abstract drills.
Personalised
Every plan starts with a full neurological exam, cognitive testing, and motion-tracking gait analysis.
Cost-effective
Fewer scans and no operating-room fees keep concussion care accessible across Los Angeles.
Inside the program
Treatments that match the symptom
Patient stories
Real recoveries from your neighbourhood
After my daughter's soccer collision, she couldn't focus for more than ten minutes at a time. The team at California Brain & Spine built a vestibular plan that had her back on the honor roll in six weeks — no pills, no surgery.
I commute from Agoura Hills because no other clinic offered such a thorough baseline test or this level of follow-up. My headaches are gone and my golf swing is steady again.
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What happens at your first visit
Intake, neurological screening, and the first gentle interventions — so you know exactly what to expect.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How soon should I see a concussion specialist after a head injury?
Within 24 to 48 hours is ideal. Early evaluation guides safer rest and faster, more targeted rehabilitation. If you're in Calabasas or anywhere across Los Angeles, our team can usually arrange a same-day or next-day assessment.
Do I need a referral for concussion treatment in Calabasas?
No referral is needed. You can book directly with California Brain & Spine Center, and we'll coordinate with your primary physician afterward. This keeps care moving quickly when symptoms are still fresh.
Will I need an MRI or CT scan?
Usually no. Most concussions are diagnosed clinically through a neurological exam, cognitive testing and balance assessment. Imaging is reserved for cases where we suspect a structural brain injury.
How long does post-concussion syndrome last?
Post-concussion syndrome typically lasts a few weeks to several months, depending on injury severity and how quickly rehabilitation begins. Most of our Calabasas patients see significant improvement within six to twelve weeks.
Can a concussion be treated without surgery?
Yes — almost always. Concussions respond best to targeted rehabilitation: vestibular therapy, vision therapy, cognitive training and graded return-to-activity protocols. Our entire concussion treatment programme in Calabasas is non-surgical.
Take the next step
Get your brain — and your life —
back on course.
A concussion shouldn't define your season, your school year, or your career. Schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Chizari at our Calabasas clinic.
California Brain & Spine Center · 4768 Park Granada, Ste 107, Calabasas, CA 91302