top of page

CONCUSSION

World-class concussion expertise. Written by our leaders. Dedicated to your recovery.

Best-in-Class Concussion Care

When it comes to your brain, don't settle for anything less than the experts who set the global standards for concussion care.

​

The Kutcher Clinic is led by Dr. Jeffrey Kutcher, an internationally recognized expert and sports neurology pioneer, specializing in the diagnosis and management of concussion, post-concussion syndrome (also known as persisting symptoms after concussion) and neurological conditions in athletes.​ 

Recover with the doctors who wrote the book and research — literally — on concussion.

​

What to Expect

To provide the best care, we dedicate 1-hour to new concussion patients and strongly encourage an in-person appointment to allow for a thorough neurological exam. Telehealth appointments are offered, and common, for most follow-up appointments.

​​

​Our initial concussion assessment includes:

  • concussion, neurological and medical history 

  • neurological examination

  • review of imaging (if available)

  • review of medical records (if available) 

  • review of the mechanism of injury, including video (if available)​

​​

​Concussion symptoms, often mimick common, everyday ailments. Therefore, an accurate diagnosis must consider the mechanism of injury and the forces likely experienced, on both the brain and the body - with focus on the head and neck. 


Once we have completed our evaluation, patients can expect an educational discussion that will include: what is a concussion, what is causing the symptoms, how we will treat these symptoms, the plan for safe return to sport and/or life and how to optimize brain health.

​

Is the patient a student-athlete? To ensure a safe and optimal return to play, the Kutcher Clinic routinely coordinates care with school athletic trainers and other medical staff.​

What is a Concussion

Concussion is a temporary change in brain function and not a structural traumatic brain injury. Concussions cannot be seen on an MRI or CAT/CT Scan.

​

If the impact was strong enough to cause concussion, there is a high likelihood that additional injuries to the head & neck occurred. It is important to treat these injuries to prevent the development of persisting symptoms after concussion (PSaC).​​​

Signs & Symptoms of Concussion

Signs and symptoms of concussion are typically worse within the first 48 hours and gradually improve over time. ​

 

Our concussion experts recognize that symptoms of concussion are non-specific and may be due to other/additional injuries. A comprehensive approach to concussion diagnosis and management optimizes recovery.

  • Anxiety

  • Balance problems

  • Concentration problems

  • Depression

  • Fatigue

  • Foggy thinking

  • Headaches

  • Loss of Consciousness

  • Memory loss

  • Mood changes​

  • Neck Pain

  • Sleep problems

  • Sensitivity to light or noise

  • Sensitivity to movement

  • Vision problems

Appointment Information

The Kutcher Clinic is open Monday through Friday 9am-5pm. We prioritize scheduling acute, or recently injured, concussion patients as quickly as possible - usually same day or next day.

​

To schedule an appointment or learn more about Kutcher Clinic, contact us via web or call:

​

If the patient was injured while participating in a Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) sponsored-sport, learn more about the secondary policy available to you here.

Dark Blue and Light Blue with Tagline.png

© 2026 Kutcher Clinic. All Rights Reserved.

​

Privacy Policy: No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

bottom of page