Return Strong. Return Safe.

A 30-day wellness program for athletes managing concussion or TBI – combining objective brain function measurement, comprehensive biomarker analysis, and targeted nutritional support.

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You're Not Done.

Your Brain Just Needs a Better Game Plan.

After a concussion or traumatic brain injury, the experience of feeling “off” can persist long after initial symptoms fade. Brain fog, slower reaction times, balance issues, emotional shifts—these aren’t just inconveniences. They reflect underlying changes in brain chemistry and function that standard rest-and-wait protocols don’t always address.

The challenge many face isn’t a lack of motivation to recover. It’s the absence of objective data about what’s actually happening in the brain, and what specific support might help.

What Is the Return to Play Program?

The Return to Play Program is a science‑informed, 30‑day experience, 10 days of in‑person intensive work followed by 20 days of guided momentum, for athletes navigating concussion who want clarity beyond rest and guesswork. It provides access to advanced measurement tools, education, structured movement, nutrition‑focused support, and performance metrics to help athletes better understand brain‑ and body‑related patterns and engage more confidently with training and activity decisions.

Rather than relying on symptoms alone, the program emphasizes data‑informed insight, progressive engagement, and skill‑building to support foundational capacity, cognitive engagement, and physical readiness. Athletes use this information to make thoughtful, coordinated return‑to‑training and competition decisions in collaboration with their licensed healthcare providers.

Advanced functional assessments

NeuroCatch brain processing scans, balance and coordination testing, cognitive evaluation, heart rate variability monitoring, and optional advanced MRI imaging

Biochemical analysis

BioMetrix BioScan measuring thousands of biomarkers including plasmalogens, mitochondrial function, and inflammatory markers

Targeted nutritional support

Evidence-based supplementation designed to support the brain's natural repair processes

Physical reconditioning

Progressive training that supports and reengages the brain-muscle connection under professional guidance

Ongoing measurement

Regular reassessment to track objective changes in brain function, balance, strength, and cognitive performance

Quantified metrics, targeted support, and full transparency, because your brain deserves the same data-driven approach as your training.

Find Out If It’s Right For You

All services are wellness-focused and educational. The statements and information provided about this program have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Program components are educational and supportive in nature and do not provide medical diagnosis, treatment, or clearance.

How It Works: Your 30-Day Experience

PHASE 1
Baseline & Stabilization (Days 1-10, On-Site)

You begin with comprehensive assessment to establish your current baseline across multiple dimensions:

  • Brain processing speed and accuracy (NeuroCatch EEG scan)
  • Balance, coordination, and neuromuscular control
  • Cognitive function (memory, attention, processing speed)
  • Biochemical status (detailed blood panel)
  • Physical capacity (strength, gait, cardiovascular function)
  • Optional advanced brain imaging (NeuroMRI)

 

These aren't subjective evaluations. They're quantifiable metrics that provide a clear starting point and establish measurable reference points for tracking your progress.

During this phase, you also begin targeted nutritional support designed to help stabilize inflammatory responses and support cellular energy production.

PHASE 2
Active Recovery (Days 11-30, Flexible)

With baseline established, the focus shifts to restoration and building capacity. You continue biochemical support while progressively reconditioning your body through supervised training.

The program provides objective feedback through repeated NeuroCatch scans and physical assessments, allowing you to see measurable changes in brain function and physical performance.

This phase can be completed while returning to daily activities, work, or school.

PHASE 3
Follow-Through (Weeks 5-8, Optional)

Extended nutritional support, follow-up assessments, and continued access to educational resources help consolidate gains.

Who This Program Is For

Athletes and active adults who:

  • Want structured wellness support, not just passive waiting
  • Value objective wellness data alongside symptom monitoring
  • Are ready to actively participate in their wellness journey
  • Need functional data they can share with their healthcare team
  • Want ownership and control of their health information

This program serves individuals managing wellness during concussion or TBI recovery who want a comprehensive, data-driven approach.

Important: If you require assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, mobility, ongoing supervision), you must bring a caregiver who can provide these supports. The program provides wellness services and assessments, not personal care services.

What Makes This Different

Standard protocols provide symptom monitoring with limited visibility into data. This program offers a comprehensive functional assessment, targeted nutritional support for overall cellular wellness, structured reconditioning activities, and objective longitudinal tracking – all while you maintain full control of your data.

Standard Concussion Approach

Return to Play Program

Assessments

Symptom checklist and basic neurological exam

NeuroCatch EEG functional assessment ⓘ (6-minute quantified cognitive processing test), BioMetrix™ BioScan ⓘ analyzing thousands of wellness biomarkers, balance force-plate testing, cognitive evaluation, HRV monitoring, vision assessment, gait analysis, strength testing and more

Brain Function Monitoring

Relies primarily on subjective symptom reporting

Repeated NeuroCatch assessments documenting changes in processing metrics; (optional) NeuroMRI™ ⓘ advanced 3T MRI imaging for detailed structural information

Nutritional Approach

General nutrition guidance, basic supplements if any

BioScan-guided BioNutrix™ NeuroRestore ⓘ supplementation with omega-3 and omega-9 plasmalogen precursors formulated to support general cellular wellness and normal metabolic function

Program Focus

Symptom monitoring and activity restrictions

Proactive wellness support—nutritional supplementation for cellular membranes and mitochondrial function, structured physical reconditioning, and comprehensive tracking

Physical Support

Standard physical therapy when symptoms allow

Multi-modal approach including sport-specific physiotherapy, chiropractic care, craniosacral therapy, KAATSU training, BEMER PEMF therapy, CYTON PRO1064 photobiomodulation

Structural Information

Standard imaging if ordered; limited visibility into microstructural changes

Optional advanced NeuroMRI™ with specialized sequences providing detailed white matter, connectivity, and perfusion data

Data Access

Medical records managed by healthcare system

100% participant ownership—all assessment data stored in your personal Immorta™ ⓘ database under your control

Progress Documentation

Subjective symptom logs

Objective wellness metrics tracked longitudinally—NeuroCatch scores, biomarker profiles, balance data, cognitive performance, strength measurements

Education & Ongoing Support

Ad hoc advice; limited structured education or long‑term follow‑up resources

Engage™ ⓘ educational platform and community providing ongoing access to concussion-related content, brain-health education, stress-management tools, and peer support long after the 30-day program
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This is a wellness and assessment program, not medical treatment. Only your qualified healthcare provider can diagnose conditions, provide medical treatment, or clear you for return to activities.

Assessments

STANDARD CONCUSSION APPROACH: Symptom checklist and basic neurological exam

RETURN TO PLAY PROGRAM: NeuroCatch EEG functional assessment ⓘ (6-minute quantified cognitive processing test), BioMetrix™ BioScan ⓘ analyzing thousands of wellness biomarkers, balance force-plate testing, cognitive evaluation, HRV monitoring, vision assessment, gait analysis, strength testing and more

Brain Function Monitoring

STANDARD CONCUSSION APPROACH: Relies primarily on subjective symptom reporting

RETURN TO PLAY PROGRAM: Repeated NeuroCatch assessments documenting changes in processing metrics; (optional) NeuroMRI™ ⓘ advanced 3T MRI imaging for detailed structural information

Nutritional Approach

General nutrition guidance, basic supplements if any

BioScan-guided BioNutrix™ NeuroRestore ⓘ supplementation with omega-3 and omega-9 plasmalogen precursors formulated to support general cellular wellness and normal metabolic function

Program Focus

Symptom monitoring and activity restrictions

Proactive wellness support—nutritional supplementation for cellular membranes and mitochondrial function, structured physical reconditioning, and comprehensive tracking

Physical Support

Standard physical therapy when symptoms allow

Multi-modal approach including sport-specific physiotherapy, chiropractic care, craniosacral therapy, KAATSU training, BEMER PEMF therapy, CYTON PRO1064 photobiomodulation

Structural Information

Standard imaging if ordered; limited visibility into microstructural changes

Optional advanced NeuroMRI™ with specialized sequences providing detailed white matter, connectivity, and perfusion data

Data Access

Medical records managed by healthcare system

100% participant ownership—all assessment data stored in your personal Immorta™ ⓘ database under your control

Progress Documentation

Subjective symptom logs

Objective wellness metrics tracked longitudinally—NeuroCatch scores, biomarker profiles, balance data, cognitive performance, strength measurements

Education & Ongoing Support

Ad hoc advice; limited structured education or long‑term follow‑up resources

Engage™ ⓘ educational platform and community providing ongoing access to concussion-related content, brain-health education, stress-management tools, and peer support long after the 30-day program
Request Program Details

This is a wellness and assessment program, not medical treatment. Only your qualified healthcare provider can diagnose conditions, provide medical treatment, or clear you for return to activities.

Everything Included in Your Program

The 10-Day On-Site Experience

✓ Private accommodations
✓ All meals plus specialty beverages at ENGAGE Cafe
✓ Testing and assessments
✓ Access to physiotherapy, chiropractic care and craniosacral therapy
✓ Wellness technology access (KAATSU, BEMER, photobiomodulation)
✓ Yara Center gym with supervised training
✓ Temple Gardens Spa therapeutic mineral pool access
✓ 300-inch theater for relaxation and entertainment
✓ Community outings (Warriors hockey, Rough Riders football – seasonal)

 

The 20-Day Momentum Phase

✓ NeuroRestore supplementation for continued nutritional support
✓ Follow-up NeuroCatch assessments to track functional changes
✓ Weekly Navigator check-ins for accountability and guidance
✓ Engage™ platform access for wellness education and community support
✓ Flexible protocols that fit your schedule

 

Extended Support

✓ 30 additional days of post-program nutritional supplementation
✓ Lifetime access to your Immorta™ health database—you own all your data
✓ Ongoing Engage™ platform access for continued learning
✓ Optional follow-up assessments to document long-term changes

 

Your support person participates at no cost — A family member or caregiver can share your room, enjoy all meals, and participate in activities included in your program fee.

Most athletes who come into this program have already done the standard “rest and wait” approach. They’ve been told things look fine and they’re technically cleared, but they still don’t quite feel like themselves.

Everything listed above is designed to change that experience. In the first days on-site, the focus shifts from “How do you feel?” to “What does your data show?” You see a fuller picture of brain processing, biochemistry, balance, vision, strength, and nervous system patterns—information you can track over time and share with your healthcare providers.

Day to day, the environment is intentionally simple: a private room, structured sessions, supervised training, and time to decompress in the gym, mineral pools, or theater between blocks of work. Meals and logistics are handled so your energy goes into engaging with the program, not managing details.

Everything is organized around one purpose: giving you structured support and clear information.

FAQ

Common Questions

How is this different from standard concussion protocols?

Traditional protocols focus primarily on symptom management and gradual activity progression. This program adds comprehensive functional assessment, biomarker analysis, and structured nutritional and physical wellness support. It's designed to complement—not replace—medical care.

Does this replace my doctor's care?

Absolutely not. This is a wellness and assessment program that works alongside your medical care. Your physician retains full responsibility for all medical decisions, diagnosis, treatment, and return-to-play medical clearance. We provide data you can share with your healthcare team.

Who provides medical clearance for return to sport?

Your physician or nurse practitioner provides all medical clearance for return to activities. The program name refers to supporting your wellness journey during recovery—not providing medical clearance. We provide functional wellness data that may inform those medical decisions.

Do I have to attend the program in person?

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When can I start?

Contact the team to discuss your situation, readiness, and available start dates. A pre-program consultation helps determine whether the program aligns with your needs and goals.

Talk with our team about whether this program is right for you.

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Talk To Our Team

Return to Play is a self-directed wellness and assessment program, not a medical treatment facility. This program does not diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent concussion, traumatic brain injury, or any other medical condition or disease. Services provide education, wellness support, functional assessments, and nutritional supplementation for general wellness purposes only. Participants own and control all assessment data. Healthcare providers retain full responsibility for all medical decisions including diagnosis, treatment, and return-to-sport medical clearance. This program does not replace medical care and should be used alongside appropriate medical supervision.

Immorta™ – Your Personal Health Database

The Dr. Goodenowe Immorta™ platform visualizes your personal health and wellness data over time, allowing you to view trends, patterns, and changes in one centralized place.

Immorta stores your assessment outputs, lab-related data, and biochemical markers, and allows you to log self-reported wellness information. This is your personal dashboard — you own your data and can access it anytime. Review your BioScan data, view NeuroCatch results over time, and observe how different metrics change throughout your program and beyond.

Why it matters: Objective data can provide useful context alongside how you feel day to day. Immorta offers visibility into trends and patterns that may not always be obvious subjectively, helping you stay informed, engaged, and thoughtful as you navigate your program experience.

Engage™ – Education, Community & Ongoing Support

The Dr. Goodenowe Engage™ platform offers guided education, practical insights, and community connection to help you stay informed, supported, and engaged throughout your experience.

Engage is an educational platform and community where you can explore topics related to concussion education, brain-body wellness, nutrition, stress awareness, and return-to-activity considerations. Connect with other athletes on similar journeys, access curated educational content, and build confidence through shared learning and experience.

Why it matters: Progress is influenced by more than physical training alone. Education, perspective, and social connection all play an important role. Engage provides ongoing access to information and community support so you can continue learning, reflecting, and staying connected beyond the initial 30-day program.

BioNutrix™ NeuroRestore

NeuroRestore is a targeted nutritional formulation designed to support biochemical pathways involved in cellular energy metabolism and membrane-related processes. It is incorporated into the program as a wellness-focused nutritional option alongside education, measurement tools, and structured activity.

BioMetrix™ NeuroMRI
(Optional Add-On)

NeuroMRI uses advanced 3T MRI technology with specialized imaging sequences to provide detailed information about brain structure and connectivity patterns.

For athletes seeking deeper insight, NeuroMRI offers additional data that may help inform discussions with their licensed healthcare providers about brain structure, adaptation, and considerations related to training and activity planning.

BioMetrix™ BioScan

What it is:

A high-resolution blood analysis that examines a broad panel of biochemical markers, including membrane-related markers, lipid profiles (including plasmalogens), and other biological indicators.

Why it matters:

Provides insight into patterns in biochemical data over time and can be used to support educational discussions and wellness-oriented nutrition decisions.

Brain Performance Scan

What it is: A 6-minute EEG-based scan that measures how fast and accurately your brain processes information — like an ECG for your brain. Regular scans are used to track progress.

Why it matters: Shows if your brain is truly ready, tracking reaction time, focus, and processing speed even when you “feel fine.”

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