Understanding the Complexities of Whiplash and Concussion
Lecturer: Melvin Pitz

SUMMARY
This masterclass focuses on the complexities of diagnosing and treating whiplash and concussion, emphasizing the importance of understanding the differences between the two conditions. It covers diagnostic criteria, case studies, the neurometabolic cascade, prognostic factors, and treatment approaches, highlighting the need for a multidisciplinary approach in managing these patients effectively.
LECTURER
Melvin Pitz is co-founder of the Headache, Pain, and Concussion Training Institute (HPCTI). They’re on a mission to educate and empower healthcare professionals with cutting-edge, evidence-based strategies to manage headache, pain complaints, and mild traumatic brain injury. With a strong clinical background and a critical view on how care is currently delivered, they’re pushing for a multidisciplinary and biopsychosocial approach that actually works — in the clinic, and beyond