Concussion Clinic

Urgent concussion care to take the proper steps for speedy recovery

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury from a blow to the head or body. Labeled as mild does not mean the injury is not serious. A loss of consciousness is not required for a concussion to occur. Symptoms vary and can start immediately or days later. An injury concerning for concussion, accident or sports related, should prompt timely evaluation by a healthcare professional to guide treatment and expedite recovery. In the meantime, we recommend avoiding activities that put you at risk for another brain injury such as playing contact sports, as well as avoiding taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, or naproxen for the first 48 hours after the injury.

Common symptoms:

Headache
Sensitivity to light or noise
Memory lapses
Difficulty concentrating
Sleep problems
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
Fatigue

*Symptoms occurring within the first 24 to 48 hours requiring immediate medical attention:

Sudden onset of headache that is getting worse
Difficulty staying awake, feeling drowsy
Repeated vomiting
Seizures
Weakness or numbness in face, arms or legs
Unusual behavior
Difficulty speaking
Concern for skull or facial fracture
Double vision
Neck decreased range of motion and associated pain on palpation over the cervical spine

*If you are experiencing any of these symptoms call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency department.

While most symptoms will resolve within a couple of weeks, some persist. Thou treatable they require thorough investigation and often a multidisciplinary approach.

At Genesis you can be seen within 24 to 72 hours from the injury. Schedule online or call us at 877-377-1188 to make an appointment.

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Open 5 days a week, Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine clinics can give you the concussion care you need, quickly—when it matters the most.

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We know that every win is a result of overcoming setbacks big and small, which is why our specialists build a plan around you.

So, let’s get started. Because less pain is your gain.

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