Medical Library: Head & Neck – Concussion

A Concussion is a brain injury resulting from the brain being shaken inside the skull as a result of a direct blow to the head or an indirect force, such as whiplash. Concussions cause changes in the brain’s chemistry and energy supply.

PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS:

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Balance Issues
  • Nausea/vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Double or blurred vision
  • Sensitivity to light and sound

COGNITIVE (THINKING) SYMPTOMS:

  • Memory issues, either short or long term
  • Confusion
  • Slowed mental processing
  • Mental “Fogginess”
  • Difficulty with concentration

EMOTIONAL SYMPTOMS:

  • Irritability
  • Restlessness
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Mood swings
  • Aggression
  • Decreased tolerance of stress