If you recently experienced a sudden impact to the head—such as a car accident or sports injury—you may have whiplash, a concussion, or both. Concussions are not something to ignore.
What is a Concussion?
A concussion is a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI) that temporarily alters how your brain functions. They typically occur from a direct blow to the head, but can also result when your head and neck are violently shaken.
Possible Symptoms of a Concussion
- Bruising and damaged blood vessels
- Nerve injuries
- Impaired brain function
- Vision impairment
- Loss of balance or equilibrium
- Loss of consciousness
- Confusion or dizziness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headaches
- Amnesia
- Sensitivity to light or noise
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Sluggishness
- Behavioral or personality changes
- Poor concentration and memory loss
Concussions and Upper Cervical Care
Not every blow to the head causes a concussion, and not all concussions have long-term effects. Minor concussions may allow a return to normal activity within minutes. However, if symptoms last longer than 15 minutes, or if you lost consciousness, it’s important to seek evaluation from an upper cervical specialist.
Board Certified NUCCA Doctors examine the top two vertebrae of your neck, particularly the Atlas, to see if an Atlas Subluxation occurred. This misalignment can interfere with the brain’s communication with the body and may cause concussion symptoms to linger for days, weeks, or even years.
Proper upper cervical care can restore alignment, helping your nervous system function normally and supporting long-term recovery.
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Dr. Craig Lapenski at Advanced Spinal Care, in Graham, Washington is one of 27 Board Certified NUCCA Doctors worldwide. His clinic serves the highest quality upper cervical care in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Lapenski also serves a number of patients who are out of state including Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New York, and more! He is uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines, headaches, fibromyalgia, vertigo, neck pain, back pain, and more. More information can be found on our website at https://www.nuccawashington.com/