Have you had a concussion?
Consider getting your neck assessed by a chiropractor proficient in concussion.
Research advises that everyone with a concussion should get their neck assessed.
Most concussion symptoms resolve in adults in 7-10days and 2-4weeks in adolescents and children.
Many of the symptoms of concussion can imitate those of the brain injury itself. So, in cases where symptoms persist beyond the normal length of time, it is very possible that your un-resolving symptoms are coming from your neck and not from your brain injury.
Below is a chart comparing the symptoms from a concussion to that of tension in the upper neck:
Reference: Journal of Athletic Training 2016;51(12):1037–1044
Watch these videos by Dr. Nik Dukovac to learn about sport concussion in more depth.
Concussion: Should I allow my kids to play AFL footy and other collision sports?
Concussion: How to speed up recovery without compromising safety
What you NEED TO KNOW to decrease your risk of Concussion
BREAKING NEWS: 3.8x increased risk of ACL tear post concussion in sport
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