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A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a blow, jolt, or impact to the head or body that results in the rapid movement of the brain within the skull. This sudden movement can lead to chemical changes in the brain and sometimes damage to brain cells.
During a functional neurologic assessment, you can expect various evaluations designed to assess different aspects of brain function such as:
Detailed History: Your REVIV Medical team will inquire about your medical history, including any past injuries, surgeries, or neurological conditions.
Neurological Examination: This involves assessing various neurological functions such as reflexes, sensation, coordination, balance, and muscle strength.
Cognitive Testing: Tests may be administered to evaluate memory, attention, language, problem-solving skills, and other cognitive functions.
Visual and Auditory Assessment: Evaluation of visual and auditory processing, including eye movements, visual tracking, and auditory responses.
Balance and Coordination Testing: Assessments to evaluate balance, gait, and coordination, which may include activities such as walking heel-to-toe or standing on one leg.
Vestibular Assessment: Evaluation of the inner ear function and vestibular system, which helps maintain balance and spatial orientation.
Functional Movement Evaluation: Observing how you perform everyday movements and activities to assess any abnormalities or deficits.
Specialized Testing: Depending on your symptoms and needs, additional tests such as imaging studies (MRI, CT scan) or electrophysiological tests (EEG, EMG) may be recommended.
Initial and Follow Up Assessment and Outcomes Measurement: A thorough evaluation of the patient’s medical history, symptoms, and current neurological status to establish a baseline and identify areas of concern. Follow up testing to document progress.
Diagnostic Testing: This may include neurological examinations, imaging studies (such as MRI or CT scans), and specialized tests (such as EEG or EMG) to further evaluate brain function and identify any underlying issues.
Treatment Goals: Collaboratively setting clear and achievable goals for treatment, which may include improving cognitive function, reducing pain or discomfort, enhancing mobility and coordination, or managing symptoms related to neurological conditions.
Therapeutic Interventions: Implementing a variety of therapies and interventions aimed at improving brain function and addressing specific symptoms. This may include neurorehabilitation exercises, cognitive training, vestibular rehabilitation, balance training, and sensory integration therapy, among others.
Nutritional and Lifestyle Recommendations: Providing guidance on nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep hygiene, and other lifestyle factors that can influence brain health and overall well-being.
Medication Management: Prescribing medications, when necessary, to manage symptoms such as pain, seizures, or mood disturbances.
Education and Empowerment: Educating patients and their families about their condition, treatment options, and strategies for self-management, empowering them to take an active role in their care and make informed decisions about their health.
Depending on the severity of your concussion’s trauma and your specific therapies, the results can last for months or be lifelong.
Brain fog
Headaches
Dizziness
Fatigue
Light sensitivity
Nausea
Sleep disturbances
Trouble walking
Depression/anxiety
Seizures
Slurred speech
Loss of balance
Sound sensitivity
Imposter syndrome (not feeling like yourself)
Benefits of Concussion Treatment
We can conduct a thorough neurological exam that can point out exactly which parts of the brain have been damaged, and our highly skilled team will be able to offer you treatment options.
Treatment at REVIV may include: postural training, balance training, vestibular rehabilitation, functional neurologic chiropractic, acupuncture for pain, low level laser therapy, neurosensory integration training, vagal stimulation, Cereset to restore physical and mental wellness.
At REVIV, our goals for restoring your neurologic function and wellness is based on a unique but comprehensive in-office and at-home care plan. We empower you with tools to mitigate your symptoms as you recover. We partner with Cereset to ensure your brain has the ability to relax, rebalance and reset in order for you to once again “feel like yourself.” Your recovery is complex, but it can be certain with the right guidance, therapy and home rehab!
Stay hydrated so that your body can function as best as possible.
Wear comfortable clothing in which you can sit or lie down for short periods, and in which you can do some agility movement/testing.
Bring a report from your healthcare provider/emergency room visit.
Be sure to get rest. This may require limiting regular activities—especially in the first 48 hours after your concussion.
Be prepared for gradual movement toward healing. The brain damage a concussion does may require physical healing, and if serious enough, you may need to relearn specific movements. Our team is ready and committed to short-term goals and long-term healing.
Don't over-exert your body or your mind during the first part of therapy. Rest is considered an important part of getting better.
Depending on the symptoms, getting a ride to and from your therapy might be appropriate.
Get enough sleep and do relaxation exercises, like focused breathing and other muscle relaxation techniques.
Eat a healthy, balanced diet.
Refrain from drinking, smoking, and recreational drug use.
Take your medicines exactly as prescribed. Call us if you think you are having a problem with your medications.
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Medical Acupuncture
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Restoring Mental Wellness
Utilizing cutting-edge brain-based technology, Cereset facilitates profound relaxation, enabling stress management, renewed hopefulness, and the attainment of restorative sleep. This unique therapy empowers the brain’s self-reset mechanism without use of any external intervention, stimuli, or medication.
A concussion is no “bump on the head.” Most frequently, a concussion involves a minor or less severe type of brain injury, sometimes referred to as a traumatic brain injury. This damage can cause brain function to alter for a time, leading to issues like brain fog, headaches, mood change, and even loss of consciousness. The more severe the injury, the worse the effects.
After having head trauma or head injury, you may have a concussion if you experience:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Feeling of cranial pressure
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Blurry/double vision
- Light/noise sensitivity
- Brain fog/grogginess
- Memory/concentration issues
- Feeling “off”/”not right”
Concussions are traumatic brain injuries, and their treatment should never bet taking lightly. The most frequent causes of concussions include:
- Falling down.
- Contact sports (football, soccer, ice hockey, etc.).
- Car accidents.
- Explosion/blast injury..
- A blow to the head.
- Violent shaking of the head/upper body.
If you’ve suffered any of these and are experience symptoms like we’ve outlined above, seek medical attention immediately. If a concussion is the diagnosis, Concussion Treatment in Fargo and Fergus Falls at REVIV may be able to help you regain much—or all—of your functional abilities.
