Post Concussion…What it Means and What You Can Do
Concussion
After a traumatic event or hard hit during a sporting event you can develop a concussion within minutes to hours following the incident. If you are feeling symptoms of dizziness, headaches, visual changes, poor balance, or having trouble focusing at work or at school you could be feeling the affects of a concussion. These symptoms, if left untreated, can lead to Persistent Concussion Symptoms (formerly known as Post Concussive Syndrome). A concussion is a mild Traumatic Brain Injury and could have lasting symptoms that affect day to day life that prevents you from working or playing the sport you love.
What are Common Symptoms:
Symptoms can be split into two categories: Cognitive and Physical
Cognitive: Feeling foggy, delayed response, forgetfulness, poor concentration, mood changes, decreased multitasking ability, and easily distracted
Physical: Feeling tired, dizziness, headaches, neck pain, poor balance, eyes feeling fatigued, and visual changes
Why Choose PT Following a Concussion?
No two concussions are the same. Each individual can present with an array of symptoms and can recover at different speeds. Your age, gender, and duration of symptoms all play significant roles in determining your recovery. Knowing when and how to return to sport, school, or work can be tricky which is why physical therapists play a vital role following a concussion. Concussion Physical Therapy pulls from vestibular, balance, oculomotor, and cognitive therapy rehab techniques to progressively minimize symptoms while increasing your activity level. At Mojo Physical Therapy we can help you map out your “Return to Sport”, “Return to Learn”, or “Return to Earn” following the most up to date research and implementing this to your specific needs and goals.
FAQ’s
1. Is Physical Therapy right for me?
Yes! Physical Therapy is a conservative approach that is both safe and has lasting effects. Through different treatment approaches we are able to decrease both intensity and frequency of symptoms while refraining from medications or more invasive treatments. Depending on your symptoms, there can be noticeable improvement in just one session.
2. What can I expect during my first session?
On your first visit, your physical therapist will complete a thorough evaluation looking at contributing factors, medical background, lifestyle, and concussion symptoms. After finding your deficits, you will receive hands on treatment the same day to start working towards symptom relief. Your therapist will work with you to create an individualized plan to reach your goals.
3. Why choose Mojo Physical Therapy
We offer a truly one on one experience with a Doctor of Physical Therapy that is specialized in the treatment of concussions. You will receive a full 60 minute session each visit with no overlap of patients or divided attention of the therapist.
What Are The Next Steps?
