IMPACT CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT
Concussions
Concussion Management: Signs and Symptoms of a Concussion
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Headache
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Balance problems
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Dizziness
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Visual problems
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Fatigue
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Sensitivity to light/noise
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Numbness/Tingling
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Dazed/Stunned
Physical Therapy for post concussion management
Physical Therapy plays an important role in rehabilitation after sustaining a concussion. Treatment includes a gradual increase in activity while monitoring symptoms of a concussion as well as providing education to the patient, caregivers and other resources (school, coaches, peers) regarding concussion management. Treatment may also include a focus on additional injuries that may have occurred along with a concussion including but not limited to neck pain, back pain, dizziness and headaches.
Baseline Concussion Testing
The ImPACT test is a computerized test that measures areas of the brain function commonly affected by a concussion including: attention span, working memory, sustained and selective attention, non-verbal problem solving, and reaction time.
ImPACT should be taken prior to your sport season and is appropriate for ages 12-59.
The baseline ImPACT test takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. An updated baseline should be completed every 2 years during adolescence.
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