Concussion head aches
 

Hello every one, I just didn't know where to turn for advise and I found this web-site :) I am 54 years old and was jumped by two guys in October 2013.I received a broken nose and been diagnosed with a concussion from being punched in the back of the head and kicked in the face when I was on the ground . Ever sense I have been getting head aches, Loss of sleep, anxiety, confusion, loud noises seem to bother me more and I now get very emotional at just about everything ? I have read some of the other posts so I know I am in the right area. I just hope these symptoms go away because I am finding it hard to function in my daily activities.

kenneth,

Welcome to NeuroTalk. Sorry to hear about your assault and injuries.

What you are experiencing is quite common to concussions. My first suggestion is for you to read the Vitamins and Supplements sticky at the top. The injured brain needs more specific nutrition to clear out the toxins from the trauma. Avoiding stress and sensory over-stimulation will also give your brain a better chance to heal.

You likely have an undiagnosed and untreated upper neck injury that is contributing to your symptoms, especially your head aches. Getting proper treatment may help. Upper neck injuries are slow to heal and need gentle therapy and good posture while resting and sleeping to heal. Some have had good results with Upper Cervical chiropractors. Some Physical Therapists have good skills manipulating the upper neck. The common chiro who "twists the head and pops the neck" is usually too aggressive.

With time and quiet rest, you should improve. Please let us know how else we can help.

My best to you.

Here are a couple of articles about post-concussion headache that were very helpful for me:

https://www.braininjurymn.org/librar...esAfterTBI.pdf
https://www.braininjurymn.org/librar...icHeadache.pdf

I echo Mark's suggestion to get on board with nutritional supplements. That can help a lot. Also make sure you are getting adequate physical and brain rest so you are not overtaxing yourself.

Hope you get to feeling better soon!

what are the nature of your headaches? do they start in back or forehead - severe\moderate pain? any meds help? Have you see neurologist?

Hi there

Just to follow on from the vitamin supplement recommendations, the benefits of fish oils for head injuries have recently been in the news - I can't post links but a quick search will bring it up in the results!

All the best

You may also want to watch you look great parts 1 thru 6 on you tube.

Find a good neurologist that deals with PCS,many don't. There are many sub specialties in neurology so make sure your neurologist has direct experience with PCS and traumatic brain injuries. After my concussions I found a neurologist and went to him for awhile until I found out that his specialty was altzheimers. I finally found one that specialized in migraines and TBI's and migraines, I hope this helps,good luck :)