Hi I am a new member to this site but I thought that maybe I could offer my experience as another tidbit of hope for all of you suffering with PCS. I obstained my head injury approx: 7 years ago. Today I would say I am 90% better and still working on the remaining 10%. After 5 years of suffering severe migraines, vertigo, fatigue, irritability, light sensitivity, 2 CT scans, 2 MRI's, Neroligists (sp?) and 2 medical physicians later I realized that not 1 of them knew what to do for me. The day my last physcian prescribed me an anti-depressant for my "head-aches" was the day I decided I would try anything. That was also the best choice I had made in 5 years. I started seeing a local Homeopathic Doctor 1 day a week. I noticed results immediately but would rollercoaster from feeling great to days in bed but at least I had a few days a month that I felt like I could cope with the world, see the light at the end of the tunnel and had hope for my recovery. After 1 year of seeing this doctor my vertigo got worse..the room would seem to do a 360 degree turn in about 1 secound, I was fearful of driving and public places afraid that this would happen and I would either injure myself or others or just flat out embarass myself. I told my doctor what was happening and he ( I do not know the medical terms to describe this, I apologize) placed a acupuncture needle in my chest and one on the top of my head, he then put electricity to the needle in my chest - repeating this 3 times within 15 minutes. I thought he was like a mad scientist or something and I cursed him for 4 days. My symptoms became more severe, I could't ride in a vehicle without vomiting due to the naseau and them 5 days later and 2 1/2 years ago I regained 90% of my life back. I still have symptoms which I am still dealing with but I am 90% better today than I was for 5 years of my life. I date, I go camping, boating etc... I am not suggesting that this is for everyone but I wanted to tell my success story and to let all of you know do not give up, try new doctors etc. DON'T get stuck with a doctor that is only putting a band-aide on your problems. There is alot more to my recovery than I have been able to describe here but there are also alot more options than your physicians are telling you about as well. I wish all of you the very best, don't give up on Hope and don't be afraid to research, maybe even try, new avenues. I'm Almost There after 7 years!! I apologize for my misspelling's.

Hi AlmostThere, welcome to NT!

Here is the link to the pcs forum: http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forumdisplay.php?f=92

I'm sure you will find the forum (and it's people) to be helpful and full of useful info. You'll also find the moral support that we all so desperately need to deal with our conditions.

I doubt you'll find anyone here that doesn't acknowledge the benefits of homeopathic medicine. In conjunction with "modern medicine", it can be quite effective. Never be shy of telling your experiences and sharing your stories! It's what we are all here for.

NT is a wonderful place... I'm glad you found us! I'm sure you will contribute greatly to your forum, as well as receiving help. I found your story fascinating, and I don't even have PCS!

Hi, Almost There!

Welcome to NeuroTalk!

I see that our rogue rogue has offered you a link to the pcs forum, hopefully you'll find some like minds there. (sorry, the devil makes me do it)


What a long road you've been on with all of this, I'm sorry it has been so complicated. You'll find that this is a very supportive and informative group so please feel free to jump in anywhere.

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk, AlmostThere. Good to see you have come to be with us here. Looking forward to seeing you around.

Darlene

Hi A.T! Welcome to NeuroTalk!!