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Why Do I Still Have Symptoms Months After a Concussion?
The brain is brilliant at survival, which can make your recovery more difficult.
A head injury can change everything. Your brain is smart - and adaptable. However, due to the nature of head injury or whiplash, your brain may stay locked into a protective response, long after the danger has passed, stalling your healing process.
Headaches ... "They come out of nowhere"
One of the most prominent symptoms of concussion is headache. After a concussive injury headaches are often the main symptom that impacts one’s daily functioning. One moment you might be effectively managing your pain and then the next thing you know you have a significant headache that causes you to stop what you are doing. Patients often remark, “It just came out of nowhere!”
Helping A Loved One Recover From a Concussion
Learn how to help a loved one recover from a concussion, including practical tips for communication, appointments, daily tasks, and emotional support.
“Jot That Down” - Thoughts about note-taking following a head injury
One of the things I hear frequently when I meet a new patient is, “All of a sudden I have to write everything down. I used to just remember things and now I’m totally overwhelmed. It’s SO frustrating!”
Let’s take a minute to analyze the situation and put things in perspective. Normally, you have a routine which may involve work, typical household chores, family obligations, etc. But now you’ve been hurt - maybe due to a fall, a sports injury, or a car crash. You’re not feeling like yourself, you’re tired and scared, and all of a sudden tasks are piling up. In addition to your usual responsibilities, you may be dealing with any or all of the following:
Physical symptoms: headaches, dizziness, nausea, sleep disturbance, etc.
Emotional symptoms: sadness, fear, anxiety, trauma, etc.
Medical appointments happening at different times on different days
Insurance companies
Work issues
Not having a car
Being unable to perform household chores
When we think of it that way, it’s a lot! You’ve had several things added to your plate, and it’s hard to juggle and remember everything that needs to be done.
How Does Impaired Hearing Impact Cognition?
Learn how hearing difficulties after concussion can affect attention, memory, communication, and cognitive fatigue, plus strategies that may make listening easier.
Managing Fatigue After Concussion: 4 Cognitive Strategies
Learn four strategies for managing fatigue after concussion, including identifying triggers, building routines, planning your energy, and supporting sleep and wellness.