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Originally Posted by Mark in Idaho
The standard neuro test of reflexes, etc. is meaningless. It will not detect the subtle neck injuries common to concussions.
What do you do during the day ? Do you sit, lie, move about, etc. ? Neck inflammation and upper back inflammation can come and go causing symptoms to change.
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Yes, agreed. I was bad enough that I flunked all the reflex/pain/ hot and cold tests, but it wasn't until they did an MRI (finally) that my neuro realized how significant my neck injury was. He sent my PT to my house to slap a stiff collar on me.
A thorough examination of the neck should be standard protocol after TBI. So much of the misery people relate on this site is coming from neck issues, not brain damage.