View Single Post
Old 08-15-2016, 10:05 PM
Mark in Idaho Mark in Idaho is offline
Legendary
 
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Somewhere near here
Posts: 11,418
15 yr Member
Mark in Idaho Mark in Idaho is offline
Legendary
 
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Somewhere near here
Posts: 11,418
15 yr Member
Default

I suggest staying off the ice until you are completely symptoms free.

I wonder.... How many concussions have you suffered during your years playing hockey ? Some may have been hard body checks, maybe some falls, or maybe some helmet to helmet checks.

Any other sports in your history ?

Prior concussions could have set you up for the difficult time you are having from just a roller coaster ride.

Anxiety is likely the biggest issue that slows recovery. Many struggle until they get anxiety under control. PCS makes anxiety much more prominent. Minor anxiety prior to a concussion can become a major problem after a concussion.

Stop reading if your eyes get strained. Or, use a blank sheet of paper to follow under the text so your eyes do not have to hunt from one line to the next.

A exam by a behavioral optometrist may be worthwhile. Visual issues can contribute to headaches. Health Care Locator Custom has a referral list.

Regarding returning to work. Avoid setting time goals and just work with what your brain tells you. Missing goals can cause anxiety.
__________________
Mark in Idaho

"Be still and know that I am God" Psalm 46:10
Mark in Idaho is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
an_also (08-16-2016)