What Is Post-Concussion Syndrome?
Often caused by vehicle accidents and sporting injuries, post-concussion syndrome occurs when concussion symptoms persist beyond the expected recovery time. If you suffer from post-concussion syndrome, upper cervical chiropractic treatment may be the key to reducing or even eliminating your concussion symptoms.
Post-Concussion Syndrome Signs and Symptoms
In most cases, the symptoms of a concussion will resolve after 7-14 days. However, if you’re still suffering from one or more concussion-like symptoms a month after a concussion injury, you might be suffering from post-concussion syndrome. Common symptoms of post-concussion syndrome include dizziness, fatigue, insomnia, blurry vision, loss of memory, headaches, and concentration difficulties.
How the Upper Cervical Spine Affects Post-Concussion Syndrome
During a head injury, the central nervous system and brain can sustain a shearing injury due to the rapid deceleration of the head in relation to the spine. Nerve damage sustained during this deceleration is believed to be the primary driver of generalized concussion symptoms.
At the same time, whiplash from a blow to the head often leads to misalignment in the vertebral column, straining the soft connective tissue and musculature surrounding the central nervous system (CNS) and brainstem. In serious cases, upper cervical misalignments can place pressure on the spinal cord, impeding CNS signals and disrupting some neurological functions. Left untreated, persistent nerve damage and sustained inflammation from trauma-induced cervical misalignments may underpin the development of post-concussion syndrome symptoms.
How Our Treatment for Post-Concussion Syndrome Works
Upper Spine Knoxville specializes in locating and correcting areas of joint misalignment. When treating post-concussion syndrome, our expert chiropractor, Dr. Shamloo, will use non-invasive techniques to restore joint stability and reduce CNS inflammation.
However, in order to treat your post-concussion syndrome with upper cervical chiropractic care, we first need to determine whether you’re actually suffering from a vertebral misalignment. To assess the precise angle and location of a misalignment, we use advanced 3D imaging and infrared thermography.
After this assessment, Dr. Shamloo will put together a personalized treatment regime to correct any vertebral misalignments. In most cases, this regime will involve a series of specific correction techniques. Don’t worry, Dr. Shamloo and his team will never use techniques that require the painful pulling or twisting of the spine.
If you’re looking to address the root cause of post-concussion syndrome, it might be time to schedule an exam at Upper Spine Knoxville. Dr. Shamloo services patients in Knoxville, Alcoa, Maryville, Farragut, Clinton, Oak Ridge, Sevierville, Lenoir City, Karns, Hardin Valley, Powell, Halls and Fountain City in Tennessee and the surrounding areas.