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| Traumatic Brain Injury and Post Concussion Syndrome For traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post concussion syndrome (PCS). |
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02-21-2012, 05:58 PM
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I have a Mild herniated disc in my C-4 that's pressing into my spinal cord slightly I am considering starting spinal decompression therapy, I am concerned that this might aggravate my PCS Symptoms. if anyone has had any experince with the spinal decompression therapy i would certainly love to hear your thoughts, Blessings everyone
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02-22-2012, 09:49 AM
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Theres also the option of getting an epidural steroid injection for bulging discs that are irritating the nerves. This would probably be your first step before going as far as to get surgery.
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Suffered a TBI with PCS on April 25th 2011 from multiple blows to the head from falling, unconscious for 12 hours with no memory of event. Hit the back of my head, and above right eye. MRI and CT negative. Symptoms included constant headaches (migraine, pressure, tension, icepicks), dizziness, tinnitus, visual changes, photophobia, fatigue, "spacing out", word finding difficulties, depression, and emotional lability. Began Healing in November 2011 after starting acupuncture and Healing Touch (a nurturing energy therapy that promotes relaxation and pain relief). I went back to work in February 2012. Ive been symptom free since July 2012. Very happy, positive, energetic and working out every day, doing yoga, and living a normal life again! I also began taking Healing Touch classes in November 2011 and completed 5 Levels of Healing Touch Certificate Program that included a 1 year mentorship to become a Healing Touch International Practitioner in June 2013. I am so pleased to offer this wonderful healing therapy to my patients, friends, and clients. |
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02-22-2012, 10:27 AM
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You might also be able to do a core strengthening physical therapy protocol with Med-X weight machines. This can stabilize the muscles around the spine and sometimes bulgine and even herniated discs can resolve themselves when the spine is stabilized.
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mTBI and PCS after sledding accident 1-17-2011 Was experiencing: Persistent headaches, fatigue, slowed cognitive functions, depression Symptoms exacerbated by being in a crowd, watching TV, driving, other miscellaneous stress & sensory overload Sciatica/piriformis syndrome with numbness & loss of reflex Largely recovered after participating in Nedley Depression Recovery Program March 2012: . Eowyn Rides Again: My Journey Back from Concussion . |
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02-22-2012, 09:43 PM
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As my physical health has been improving, the pain and neck issues I've been dealing with due to the accident have been decreasing. I'm also still improving a lot cognitively. Whether the two are related I have no idea.
I'll reassess my situation in another 6-12 months and see whether I want to try injections or decompression or other things. My neurologist recommended more PT the last time I saw her, but I really think as my strength increases it will be able to better support my spine, head etc.. nwsmith1984 - I already see a chiropractor who has many years of experience. He's very good. I want to stick with him, I've been going to him regularly for over a year now because of this accident and I think it's important for me to stay with the same practitioner if I can but thanks for the advice! |
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