An audiologist specialising in audiovestibular testing plays a critical role in concussion rehabilitation by identifying and addressing hearing and balance issues that often arise after a concussion. Their contributions include:

1. Comprehensive Assessment
   
   Audiologists perform specialised testing to evaluate hearing and vestibular (balance) function. This includes audiometry, tympanometry, and vestibular evaluations such as videonystagmography (VNG) or vestibular evoked myogenic potentials (VEMP).
   

2. Diagnosis of Vestibular Dysfunction
   
   Concussions can disrupt the vestibular system, causing dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, or motion sensitivity. Audiologists pinpoint the specific nature of vestibular dysfunction to inform targeted treatment strategies.
   

3. Management of Hearing Impairments
   
   If the concussion has caused hearing loss, tinnitus, or sound sensitivity (hyperacusis), audiologists provide tailored interventions, such as hearing aids, sound therapy, or counselling.
   

4. Collaboration for Treatment Planning
   
   Audiologists work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as physiotherapists or neurologists, to integrate their findings into a multidisciplinary rehabilitation plan, ensuring a coordinated approach to recovery.
   

5. Patient Education
   
   They educate patients about their auditory and vestibular conditions, explaining how these issues may affect daily life and providing strategies to manage symptoms effectively.
   

6. Ongoing Monitoring
   
   Recovery from vestibular and auditory issues can take time, and audiologists provide ongoing testing to monitor progress and adjust recommendations as needed.
   

By diagnosing and addressing auditory and vestibular dysfunctions, audiologists play a vital role in helping patients recover their balance, reduce sensory symptoms, and regain confidence in navigating their environment.