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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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For now, take it easy as much as possible. Avoid heavy exercise and stimulating environments (either auditory or visual). If you work, take at least the rest of the week off and find a way to destress. Avoid heavy computer and TV use and get away from white noise if possible.
Lying down, meditating, going for slow and quiet walks (if you're able to), and listening to relaxing music would be good things to do at this point. Drinking lots of water and eating well is important. Avoid junk food, alcohol, and heavy stimulants. It wouldn't hurt to call your doctor's office and ask to speak with a nurse. S/he can decide whether you should come in get a neuro eval and/or a scan. Do you have anxiety? How is your mood?
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Male, 39 years old, suffering from PCS as a result of being rear-ended on 1/23/11. Part-time philosophy professor. |
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Thank you. My mood is VERY mellow. A nice switch from my normal fast paced speed but different none the less.
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Based on your history and reoccurrence of some of the PCS symptoms I would certainly suggest a follow up doctor visit is in order; if you were seeing one before that specializes in, or at least is familiar with, TBI/PCS I’d suggest that route.
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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition. Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life. |
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