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04-22-2013, 07:13 PM
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So the other day clumsy me slipped on my top stair and fell down 5 stairs on my bottom. My head never made contact with the ground and I braced myself a bit so basically just slid down. My symptoms do not appear to have gotten worse, but I was just wondering if the bumpiness could have caused some damage?
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04-22-2013, 09:45 PM
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Poor you! I hope that if you feel ok then you will be fine!
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What happened: Legs pulled forward by a parent's hockey stick while resting at the side of the rink at a family skate....sent me straight back. I hit the back of my head (with helmet) on the ice, bounced a few times, unconscious for a few minutes. September 11, 2011. Off work since then…I work part-time at home when I can. It has been hell but slowly feeling better (when I am alone☺). Current symptoms: Vision problems (but 20/20 in each eye alone!) – convergence insufficiency – horizontal and vertical (heterophoria), problems with tracking and saccades, peripheral vision problems, eyes see different colour tints; tinnitus 24/7 both ears; hyperacusis (noise filter gone!), labyrinthian (inner ear) concussion, vestibular dysfunction (dizzy, bedspins, need to look down when walking); partial loss of sense of smell; electric shocks through head when doing too much; headaches; emotional lability; memory blanks; difficulty concentrating. I still can’t go into busy, noisy places. Fatigue. Executive functioning was affected – multi-tasking, planning, motivation. Slight aphasia. Shooting pain up neck and limited mobility at neck. Otherwise lucky! Current treatments: Vestibular therapy, Vision therapy, amantadine (100 mg a day), acupuncture and physiotherapy for neck, slow return to exercise, magnesium, resveratrol, omega 3 fish oils, vitamins D, B and multi. Optimism and perserverance. |
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04-22-2013, 10:11 PM
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Oh dear! So glad you didn't hit your head.
That you don't feel worse is maybe a good sign. Keep on healing! Sincerely, Poetrymom
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[SIZE="1"]What happened. I was in a car accident 2-23-2013, and got a mild concussion from it. I had some time off for brain rest, got somewhat better, but slipped into PCS in March 2013. Symptoms I had: dizziness, light and sound sensitivity, fatigue, tinitis, occasional headaches and migraines, Symptoms as of 5--2013: poor sleep, tinitis, some confusion /short term memory blanks, balance. The other symptoms are mostly gone, but flare up if I OVERdo something. Therapy I had: vestibular 3 months in: I could drive more and for longer distances. I felt like a younger, happier version of myself and I feel so blessed to have this feeling. 9 months in and I am working full time. I do get tired, and some sound and light sensitivity from time to time, but mostly I am over most of my symptoms. I pray every day and I m praying for your recovery. Over a year in: I can multi task (limited) and have humor in my life. But when I am tired, I am very tired. |
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04-22-2013, 10:32 PM
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I doubt the bumpity-bump caused any damage. But you may experience an increase in symptoms. Glad you did not bump your head.
Oh the pain, the pain. ....... Dr Smith, Lost in Space
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04-22-2013, 11:09 PM
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Thanks again for the feedback. I was just wondering if how long the symptoms persist for is determined by the seriousness of the concussion, and how many you have had. I have had no other known concussions yet my symptoms have been around for 6 months.
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04-22-2013, 11:17 PM
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Also, I was also verifying that a MRI was completely safe, as I am having one in the next few days to rule out any other problems (family has a lot of history with cancer).
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04-23-2013, 12:06 AM
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I have one concussion that I know of but I had a bad one and am still suffering, all injuries are unique. Lots of people here have good advice if you have concerns.
Most MRIs are negative for this type of injury. Mine was. Hope things improve soon for you!
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What happened: Legs pulled forward by a parent's hockey stick while resting at the side of the rink at a family skate....sent me straight back. I hit the back of my head (with helmet) on the ice, bounced a few times, unconscious for a few minutes. September 11, 2011. Off work since then…I work part-time at home when I can. It has been hell but slowly feeling better (when I am alone☺). Current symptoms: Vision problems (but 20/20 in each eye alone!) – convergence insufficiency – horizontal and vertical (heterophoria), problems with tracking and saccades, peripheral vision problems, eyes see different colour tints; tinnitus 24/7 both ears; hyperacusis (noise filter gone!), labyrinthian (inner ear) concussion, vestibular dysfunction (dizzy, bedspins, need to look down when walking); partial loss of sense of smell; electric shocks through head when doing too much; headaches; emotional lability; memory blanks; difficulty concentrating. I still can’t go into busy, noisy places. Fatigue. Executive functioning was affected – multi-tasking, planning, motivation. Slight aphasia. Shooting pain up neck and limited mobility at neck. Otherwise lucky! Current treatments: Vestibular therapy, Vision therapy, amantadine (100 mg a day), acupuncture and physiotherapy for neck, slow return to exercise, magnesium, resveratrol, omega 3 fish oils, vitamins D, B and multi. Optimism and perserverance. |
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04-23-2013, 12:07 AM
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An MRI is safe but not necessary unless you have serious symptoms beyond those common to a concussion. Concussion symptoms can easily last 6 months or longer. The intensity of the concussion plus how you have responded to the concussion can determine how long the symptoms last. Most doctors do not give much help with instructions for recovery.
What have you been doing to help with recovery ? I just saw you post about the physiotherapy and your exercises. It sounds like the physiotherapy may be making your condition worse. If you have an upper neck injury, it needs gentle therapy and careful posture. Many physiotherapists get too focused on range of motion and such. The MRI should include imaging of your upper neck with your head turned sharply to each side. This may show any upper neck injuries that need to be considered. Does your physiotherapist tell you to ice your neck and back of your head after therapy ?
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04-23-2013, 01:20 AM
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Yes the physiotherapist recommended that. After the first few sessions I cancelled all of my appointments and refuse to go again. He was extremely focused on getting me, "better," extremely quickly, and wanted me to do a few intense neck exercising which made my symptoms get very bad. He also said running should not increase my symptoms at any point during my recovery, at that point I decided that he didnt know anything about concussions.
Honestly the MRI is mainly for my family because they are very concerned and are not very knowledgable about PCS, and just want to verify that it is not something else. |
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04-23-2013, 01:39 AM
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And do you have any suggestions for the tinnitus? I have very loud and high pitched ringing in my ears, it is like the stereotypical sound you hear in the movies after a big explosion. It especially gives me trouble falling to sleep, as it is completely quiet so I tend to focus on the sound.
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