Concussion

What Is a Concussion?

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that may occur as a result of a direct blow to the head, face or neck. The impact causes a complex chemical reaction in the brain, disrupting normal functioning. An individual may experience a concussion without losing consciousness.

What are the Symptoms of a Concussion?

Concussions can cause symptoms that last hours, days weeks or months. The most commonly reported symptoms include:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Feeling slower
• Having difficulty concentrating
• Dizziness
• Fogginess
• Fatigue
• Light and sound sensitivity
• Memory problems
• Irritability
• Depression

Multi-Disciplinary Approach To Concussion Therapy

• Physical medicine and rehabilitation focus
• Physical therapy
• Vision therapy
• Impact testing
• Nutrition counseling
• Speech therapy
• Balance therapy
• Neuropsychology
• Occupational therapy
• Headache management, including medical management, Botox® injections, trigger point injections and occipital nerve blocks

Focus on Physical and Cognitive Symptoms

Our Neuropsychology team can evaluate patients’ symptoms and help them cope with personality and mood changes, as well as challenges processing information.

Concussion Support Group

Members gather for a supportive forum and idea exchange for those recovering from concussions. Patients and their caregivers have the opportunity to share successes and challenges and to learn from one another.

Meetings are 6 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month. The group meets virtually.

RSVP/Questions: dhalteman@gsrh.org or mmickley@gsrh.org