Concussion Care Christchurch – Why Structural Cranial Realignment Changes Everything

Introduction: Why Christchurch Clinic Is at the Frontline of

Concussion Care

Concussion is not just a “knock to the head.” For many in Christchurch - from rugby players to everyday workers who have suffered falls or accidents - concussion lingers long after the initial event. Symptoms such as headaches, brain fog, dizziness, poor concentration, migraines, sinus congestion, jaw pain, and disrupted sleep can persist for weeks, months, or even years.

The challenge is that mainstream concussion care often focuses only on rest, symptom monitoring, and medications. While these approaches may provide temporary relief, they rarely address the deeper structural misalignments of the cranial and facial bones that underlie long-term symptoms.

This is where Musculoskeletal Solutions clinic, operating in Christchurch and Silverstream, stands apart with expert treatments. Through their exclusive use of NasalRX (Cranial Facial Release) - a breakthrough, hands-on procedure that realigns the cranial vault and restores vital function - they are rewriting what recovery from concussion can mean.

The Hidden Structural Cause of Concussion Symptoms

When the head is impacted, whether in sport, a car accident, or a fall, it’s not only the brain that suffers. The cranial sutures - the joints between the bones of the skull — can become locked or compressed. Likewise, the facial bones that form the sinuses, jaw, and airway can shift out of alignment.

This mechanical disruption has wide-reaching effects:

Restricted cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow → leads to pressure, brain fog, and poor cognitive clarity.
Impaired venous drainage → contributes to swelling, headaches, and prolonged recovery.
Airway narrowing → causes sinus congestion, nasal obstruction, snoring, and mouth breathing.
TMJ dysfunction → jaw tension and referred pain into the temples, ears, and neck.

Mainstream care rarely looks at these physical misalignments. Scans often appear “normal,” leaving patients told to “wait it out.” But waiting does not correct the locked cranial bones.

What Is NasalRX (Cranial Facial Release)?

NasalRX (Cranial Facial Release) is a specialised endo-nasal technique offered exclusively at Musculoskeletal Solutions in Christchurch and Silverstream.

It involves the careful placement of a small medical balloon which is briefly inflated inside the nasal passageways - 3 to be inflated and cleared each side. This micro-mobilises the cranial bones, releasing pressure and restoring alignment throughout the skull and face.

Far from being a “sinus-only” technique, NasalRX re-establishes the natural motion of the cranial system, improving:

Headache and migraine frequency
Cognitive clarity and focus
Sinus drainage and breathing capacity
TMJ balance and jaw function
Post-concussion recovery trajectories

Patients describe the sensation as unusual but tolerable — often likened to a fleeting tickle or quick pressure release. Importantly, it is non-surgical, drug-free, and minimally invasive.

Why Surgery and Drugs Fall Short

For those suffering ongoing sinus congestion, migraines, or post-concussion headaches, ENT surgeons often recommend balloon sinuplasty. This procedure involves general anaesthesia, insertion of surgical tools, and a balloon catheter to widen sinus passages.

While it can sometimes offer temporary relief, the drawbacks are significant:

Costs up to $20,000 in private care per treatment
Risks of swelling, bleeding, and infection
Addresses drainage, but not the cranial structural misalignment
Recurrence of symptoms is common

In contrast, NasalRX directly targets the mechanical misalignments of the cranial and facial bones — the very structures often disturbed during concussion. It costs from approximately $295 per session, with a standard treatment protocol of 4 sessions across 4 days.

The difference is not just financial — it’s structural.

Why Concussion Symptoms Persist Without Structural Care - Concussion care Christchurch

Leaving concussion untreated is not neutral. Structural misalignment in the cranial system can lead to escalating issues:

Chronic migraines and headaches that resist medication.
Ongoing brain fog and poor concentration.
Sleep apnea and snoring, increasing cardiovascular risk.
Jaw tension and TMJ dysfunction, affecting speech and chewing.
Long-term risk of degenerative changes in brain and nervous system health.

Patients often arrive at Musculoskeletal Solutions after years of being told nothing is wrong — only to discover that their cranial mechanics had been compromised all along.

The Treatment Journey at Musculoskeletal Solutions Christchurch

Comprehensive AssessmentEach patient undergoes a detailed evaluation including concussion history, breathing analysis, jaw and posture assessment.
NasalRX Protocol (Cranial Facial Release)
- 4 sessions across 10 days
- 30–40 minutes per session
- Balloon-assisted cranial mobilisation
- External cranial and facial alignment
Integration With Musculoskeletal Care Treatments may be complemented by cranial osteopathy, upper-cervical adjustments, or Class 4 laser therapy for tissue recovery.
Follow-Up & ReassessmentA check-in at 6–8 weeks helps ensure long-term restoration of cranial rhythm and alignment.

Conditions That Respond to NasalRX (CFR)

Patients treated at Musculoskeletal Solutions have reported profound improvements in:

Concussion symptoms: headaches, dizziness, brain fog, fatigue.
Chronic migraines and headaches not resolved elsewhere.
Sinus congestion and mouth breathing due to narrowed nasal passages.
TMJ disorders with jaw clicking, tension, or pain.
Sleep disturbances including snoring and fragmented sleep.

Christchurch & Silverstream: Why Here?

Musculoskeletal Solutions is the only clinic in New Zealand offering NasalRX (Cranial Facial Release). Expert concussion care Christchurch clinic at Musculoskeletal Solutions.

Patients travel from Auckland, Wellington, and even overseas to Christchurch for care — because there are no other providers trained or equipped to deliver this specialised technique.

For locals in Canterbury, having this groundbreaking treatment available right here is an opportunity to resolve what was once considered untreatable.

Cost Transparency

NasalRX (Cranial Facial Release): from $295 per session
Standard protocol: 4 sessions across 10 days = approx $1,300
Compare: ENT balloon Sinuplasty -up to $20,000 private care for a single treatment, with less favourable long-term outcomes.

This makes NasalRX both affordable and structurally superior.

Conclusion: The Future of Concussion Care Is Structural

Concussion treatment in Christchurch is evolving. With NasalRX (Cranial Facial Release), patients now have access to a non-surgical, drug-free, structurally restorative option that goes beyond symptom management.

For those struggling with concussion, headaches, sinus congestion, migraines, or jaw dysfunction, Musculoskeletal Solutions in Christchurch and Silverstream provides a pathway to recovery that is affordable, grounded in biomechanics, and exclusive in New Zealand.

Book your assessment today at www.headachetendon.nzTake the first step toward restoring cranial alignment, breathing, and brain clarity with NasalRX (Cranial Facial Release) — available only in Christchurch and Silverstream.