I have post concussion syndrome, from being assaulted by my husband, he hit me in the head with a beer bottle at the pool, then my chair went over and I hit my head on the cement.

Since, I had a X-ray of my neck because I have a 2 level fusion with plate and screws, and a cat scan. That was right away, and this syndrome occurs later. Plus X-rays don't show what a MRI will.

The headaches are horrid!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Besides other factors.

My PCP is now ordering a MRI of my head and neck.

I was just wondering if anyone has been through this type of syndrome or knows of anyone.

Thanks, Nikko

Yes, I'm going through one right now. I had a fall in august that was
just a fluke of a kind. But I have neck and shoulder issues that are
causing me pain. I get headaches but thanks to my topamax I believe
they are not near as bad.

But I am in physical therapy and it is helping to a degree. I'm also trying
to figure out if I've got to start looking at things like inner ear disorders,
or things that might have been involved before for the vertigo and things.

I've talked to a couple of friends who had post concussion issues even
more severe than mine. And it sounds like you are dealing with yours
the best you can.

I've not found yet the support group that is needed.

Donna

My 15 year old daughter has PCS and I agree, the pain is horrid!!!

8 weeks ago she was hit in the eye with a soccer ball. Not only does the headache not stop, she still can not see correctly - it's like sunglasses convered with Vaseline. And yesterday, she blacked-out and fell. When her sister arrived home, she called 911 and they took her to the ER.

If would appreciate it if anybody knows of any unusual/new treatments or pain medications to try. I'm talking about thinking "outside the box".

Eric.

Eric

I would get her back in to her doctor, but I would also consider taking
her to a neurologist that specializes in Concussions. And I've been
going to a physical therapist for my concussion because its been in
my neck and shoulders and its been helping immensely.

So I would consider having her seen by a physical therapist even
though that sounds weird. It really sounded off the wall to me.
But its really helped. And they are supposedly great for vertigo and
things like that.

Donna

Possibly an expert chiropractor?
have you read about the C1/C2 adjustments?
some info links-
Chiropractic care info- a good one can help with many symptoms:
http://www.upcspine.com/self.htm
http://www.uppercervical.org/subpag...b/about_faq.php
http://www.spineuniverse.com/index.html
http://www.coloradochiropractic.org/.../glossary.html

hi i recieved a blow to the head by my surfboard bout 3 months ago which from it im suffering from pcs.

haven't been to work since and life seems to suck at the moment. My vision is like fuzzy all the time now and it jus seems to be getting worse. I have seen an eye specialist and he reckons there is nothing wrong with my eyes.. does anyone have any suggestions or treatments etc that they know of. thanks heaps

Hi, are you suffering from anything else, besides the blurred vision.

LIke do you have a sore neck. Dizziness? Do your arms, shoulders?
something like this hurt. Do you have vertigo. I need some more
information as to what other symtoms you have.

Donna

Hi-
I understand PCS for 10 years. Eyesight may improve over time. Cognitive therapy helps all symptoms BUT right after therapy sessions you may feel worse. Drink LOTS of water, gatorade or G2 in morning. Anti-convulsive meds may help. The headaches are because of swelling in the brain so avoid alcohol, caffeine if possible. Think of your brain as a coke can after it has been shaken. Need articles, doctors, please feel free to *message* me

Dear Eric,
The headaches are do to swelling in the brain. The blackout can happen again and again. This may be the beginning of what may be a long journey. Please note the following:
Your daughters symptoms will be worse in the morning because the brain swells up over night and this aggravates the situation. It is best she wakes up SLOWLY. have her sit and listen to music. The reason it is imp. to wake up slowly is that when the brain is waking neurons are rapidly firing but your daughter's brain cannot handle the activity. have her drink Gatorade or G2 in the morning and during classes. Doctors will tell her she does not have seizures but anti seizure drugs may help and cognitive therapy. Please write if you need more info, doctor's names articles, etc...

Hi,
You may be interested in researching Neurofeeback for the treatment of Post Concussion Syndrom. I understand Post Concussive Syndrome can improve with the LENS Neurofeedback system. Take a look at this site:
http://www.ochslabs.com/intro.php

There are other Neurofeedback and Biofeedback treatments, I suggest you Google Neurofeedback.

The LENS system seems to be unique in that the patient is only required to sit there. The LENS system helps rebalance the patients natural brain waves.

Good Luck.