CONCUSSION in Delray Beach FL

Nearly a third of people who’ve had a concussion in the past say they still suffer from long-term effects including headaches. Concussions are traumatic brain injuries that, in some cases, can even be deadly. If you are suffering from a concussion in Delray Beach FL our services may be able to help.

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WHAT IS A CONCUSSION in Delray Beach FL?

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that can be caused by a blow to the head, or an injury that shakes the brain inside the skull. Because of the injury itself, there may be visible scars on the body, but a concussion by itself could have no visible signs of injury.

Because your brain is a soft organ surrounded by a skull, it’s possible that when your head or body is hit hard, your brain can crash into your skull, causing the injury to take place.

If you’ve recently suffered trauma and can’t remember the injury, or passed out, there’s a possibility you might have a concussion. You don’t have to lose consciousness to have one.

Common symptoms of concussions include:

• Trouble thinking
• Slowed thinking
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Balance problems

There are also some emotional problems that could come as a result of a concussion, including feeling:

• Irritable
• Sad
• Anxious nervous
• Susceptible to emotional changes

Repeated or severe concussions can have long-lasting effects on the patient, including trouble learning, moving, or speaking.

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HOW ARE CONCUSSIONS TREATED?

First, Dr. Schrier will take your medical history, perform a physical examination, and ask you about the symptoms you’ve been experiencing. To test your ability to pay attention, he may ask you a series of questions that relate to your learning and memory. He can begin to determine if mental issues are present by finding out how quickly you can solve problems.

He may also test your:

• Balance
• Coordination
• Strength
• Reflexes

In some cases, Dr. Schrier will request an MRI or CT scan to determine whether or not bruising or bleeding is present in the brain. Depending on your condition, he may recommend you rest for a while to allow your brain to heal from the concussion. Dr. Schrier may also recommend you stay away from activities that require physical exertion for a period.

Dr. Schrier may prescribe certain spinal adjustments to realign the musculoskeletal system, depending on the nature of the injury which accompanies the concussion.

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HOW CAN I AVOID GETTING A CONCUSSION?

Concussions occur when there is trauma that forces your brain to crash into your skull. The safest way to prevent yourself from getting a concussion is to avoid situations where trauma may come as a result. Of course, there are cases where concussions may be unavoidable, such as car accidents.

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Contact us today at Schrier Family Chiropractic for more information on concussion treatment.