11/10/2018
Concussion and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that results in a temporary loss of normal brain function. A concussion can occur following a blow to the head, neck or body that leads to a sudden shaking or jarring of the head. Many times there are no external signs of head trauma. A concussion does not always involve a loss of consciousness. The Neurosurgeons and Concussion Specialists at Florence Neurosurgery and Spine Center offer a multidisciplinary approach to concussion recovery including a return to cognitive and physical activities, management of post concussion syndrome, and on-site vestibular rehab.
CONCUSSION SYMPTOMS
Headache
Dizziness
Ringing in the ears
Hearing loss
Vertigo or difficultly with balance
Loss of smell
Chronic nausea
Light sensitivity
Poor concentration
Short term memory loss
Impaired judgement
Emotional lability
Irritability
Sleep disruption
Concussion symptoms can occur immediately after a head injury or even days or weeks later. If you or your loved ones experience these symptoms after a head injury, please call to schedule an appointment with one of our concussion specialists.