The brain is the command center for the human nervous system. It receives signals from the body’s organs and the environment; processes it; and outputs information to the muscles.
about 70-85% of concussions are resolved within the first three months; however, post-concussive syndrome (PCS) occurs when symptoms persist, sometimes even years (Cantu, 2014). The risk does not appear to be associated with the severity of the initial injury
Mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI), commonly known as concussion, is defined as a head injury with a temporary loss of brain function causing a variety of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms.
“Early recognition and treatment of concussion is important to help decrease recovery time and the risk of prolonged symptoms.”
THE BASICS
A concussion occurs when the brain collides with the inside of the skull.
There is no overt physical evidence of trauma, but the victim may immediately appear to be confused, disorientated, dazed or even experience a brief loss of consciousness.
These symptoms often resolve within a brief period of time or may last for days, weeks, months and even years after the incident.
Clinical experience shows that fatigue becomes a notable factor over time with reports of decreased performance and needing more rest.
vision Problems
sleep issues / Insomnia
anxiety
mood disorders
excessive stress
dizziness
unclear thinking
language/speaking issues
pain (head, neck, back, etc.)
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)
Focus and Attention Issues
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Addition/Behavioural issues
Anger Management
Impulse Control
Working memory issues
Auditory/Visual Processing
Balance and Coordination
Fine and Gross Motor Skills
Motor planning and sequencing
post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Concussion consequences can vary from mild to severe. Symptoms include those outlined above.
