Concussion Resources & FAQs

Symptoms of a concussion can include: dizziness, headache, brain fog, fatigue, eye strain, sleep problems, difficulty concentrating, confusion, memory loss, depression, irritability, sensitivity to light or noise, neck pain, or balance & coordination issues.

Concussions should resolve on its own within 7 days. If that recovery does not occur then rehabilitation is the treatment of choice. A complete evaluation is done to determine the deficits of the brain and targeted therapies will improve the function of the brain. Therapies may address exercise intolerance, neck problems, oculo-motor, vestibular dysfunction, and movement coordination issues.

Concussion headaches can be caused by a number of reasons so it is important to determine the source of these headaches for the proper treatment. Things that could cause headaches after concussion are whiplash neck pain, brain strain due to visual vestibular issues, or hormonal / metabolic issues. Once determined the treatment targets the source to reduce headaches.

Adults should recover after 7-10 days. Children should recover after 2 weeks.

No. Concussion is a short-term problem. If you are still having symptoms after 10 days you should work with specialty trained healthcare providers to find the cause of your ongoing symptoms.

PCS is ongoing concussion symptoms beyond 3 months. It is estimated to affect 30% of those who suffer a concussion. The cause of ongoing symptoms needs to be determined.

VIZSTIM was created to improve vestibular dysfunction with at home exercises. This can be started with a healthcare provider or within the comfort of your home.

Yes. Any healthcare professional can purchase and use VIZSTIM in their practice to better treat vestibular dysfunction. They can then give you individualized changes to use your kit at home.

That depends. These exercises were created to be an easily done at home but if it makes you feel more comfortable then you may work with your physical therapist to get started and have them customize your homework of using the kit.