Concussion is a brain injury and is defined as a complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain, induced by biomechanical forces. It may be caused either by a direct blow to the head, face, neck or elsewhere on the body with an impulsive force transmitted to the head. In some cases, symptoms and signs may evolve over a number of minutes to hours. Resolution of the symptoms typically follows a sequential course. However, in some cases symptoms may be prolonged.
Common symptoms after a concussion:
- Headache
- Anxiety/Depression
- Dizziness
- Exercise Intolerance
- Light Sensitivity
- Inability to multi-task
- Noise Sensitivity
- Word finding problems
- Fatigue
- Brain fog
- Cognitive Changes
- Trouble paying attention
- Poor Balance
- Poor memory
- Sleep Dysfunction
- Reduced physical & cognitive stamina
- Trouble reading
- Can’t tolerate screens