Worried_Mom,

Welcome to NeuroTalk. I am so sorry to hear about your son's injury and struggles. I can understand the anguish you are going through.

I have questions for you.

What dose of amitriptyline is he taking?

Has he had any imaging/diagnostic work done on his neck, especially his upper neck?

Have you observed him sleeping?

Probably not so try watching him sleep for at least an hour. Does he breath consistently?

The tiredness after sleeping 10 hours can be due to poor breathing.

Ignore the iMPACT test results. They are meaningless, at least in his situation.

What positions did he play? How long has he been playing full contact football?

Does he play any other contact sports? soccer?

Where do you live? Maybe we can help find a doctor who understands concussion. Sports doctors rarely understand concussion. Their goal is return to play issues and reducing legal liability for the schools.

You are not necessarily missing out by the neuros refusal to see him. Most do not have the concussion knowledge he needs.

Has he had a NeuroPsychological Assessment? An NPA will show what the iMPACT test is missing.

What does he eat each day? Any energy drinks, cafeine or such? Do you have him on any vitamin supplementation? If so, what doses? He needs nutritional help for his brain to detoxify.

Is he on any other meds? Ritalin, Aderall, Concerta ?

He is not ready to return to school. His recovery is more important than keeping up with his class.

More after some answers.

My best to you.