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07-07-2013, 09:38 PM
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Took breaks, rode in the back, slept 1/2 way, to a very quiet, peaceful destination trying to have a break.
Now I'm having bouts of vertigo. I've had vestibular therapy for four months, over 20 visits. My vertigo and dizziness were nearly gone. Does this mean I'm starting over? I do have moderate vestibular damage and trouble tracking, pt migraines. As soon as it starts I start looking for my focal point and try not to panic. Vertigo scares me, dizzy I can handle. Any thought? Jace |
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07-07-2013, 10:01 PM
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Jace,
When you slept, were you in a supported upright position with your neck and head straight ? Is your neck stiff or sore at all ? Have you tried icing your upper neck?
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07-07-2013, 11:18 PM
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Mark,
Thanks for the reply. I was on my left side, pillow supporting my neck. I don't have any pain. Fatigued from the ride (my head). Jace |
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07-08-2013, 04:02 PM
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Hi there
When I had issues with the elevator rides -- I would do some of the vestibular therapy exercises to help with the dizzies I got from the elevator, and it helped me feel better. It can't hurt you to give it a try. Car rides can be aggravating. Hang in there! pm
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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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07-09-2013, 06:58 AM
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I had bouts of vertigo too. It did go away. I hope yours does too. I don't have the answer as to what's causing it, but I believe my vertigo was due to a problem with the commmunication between my eyes and my brain. It could also be a neck issue, especially as I don't think the position you were in sounds like a good idea for your neck.
On your trip home; i would wear a blindfold or sleepmask and sit in the front passanger seat, leaning back, but with a towel roll under your neck for support. If it is a problem with your eyes, the sleepmask will bring sweet relief; if it's a neck issue, the towel roll will help keep your neck well supported. Good luck! Rest up!l
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I have recovered my cognitive function, and I've overcome severe vertigo through sensory integration therapy. Wellbutrin has helped me escape depression. I have recently had a few stress-related migraines, as well as headaches stemming from eye strain. I'm also dealing with tinnitus, lack of stamina, extreme light sensitivity, and eye pain. Diagnosed with 9 different vision issues: convergence insufficiency, pursuit eye movement deficit, egocentric visual midline shift, photophobia, visual information processing delays, accommodative insufficiency, saccadic eye movement deficit, lack of coordination, and central peripheral visual integration deficit. *First concussion: October 2010. I was pregnant and got rear ended. I associated my mild PCS symptoms with baby brain and blamed my light sensitivity on allergies and dry eyes. *Second concussion: December 2011. I hit my head on a wooden beam, saw stars but did not lose consciousness, and I had very disturbing PCS symptoms but didn't go to the doctor. *Third concussion: August 2012. I caused a car accident as a result of PCS symptoms. Thankfully no one was injured but me. My husband confronted me, and I finally sought help and took medical leave from work. My symptoms worsened, and I developed severe vertigo. *Fourth concussion: November 2012. I was riding in a car with a friend and we were hit head on by a driver who lost control of her car. I didn't have a big increase in PCS symptoms. |
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07-09-2013, 02:32 PM
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I would take medication bought over the counter for motion sickness and do your exercises if you can. That's what I did.This is also if you are not on any meds if so ask pharmacist.
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What Happened: In 2011 I was in a MVA . Symptoms: Physical: I am always cold in any season!!I cannot tolerate anything pressure on my head(sun glasses,hats)longer then a hour,Lock jaw/Displaced TMJ, Dropsey, Hands go numb, Arms go numb, back of head numb (when asleep),Muscle spasms in face & upper body,migraines, concentration headaches, dizziness, nausea, neck and back trauma (from accident), tinnitus, extreme light sensitivity, noise sensitivity, EXTREME fatigue, impaired vestibular system, balance off, Pupils NEVER equal, disrupted sleep cycles,speech problems. Cognitive: Cognitive Behavior, Brain fog, impulsivity, speech problems, word finding problems, slowed processing speeds, impaired visual memory, impaired complex attention Emotional: Unable to handle stress or overstimulation without getting extremely irritable or angry, easily overstimulated, MAJOR depression, major anxiety, Panic attacks Treatment so far: Treatment for PCS,PTSD,Depression & panic,Vestibular therapy, Physical therapy, Vitamin Schedule,Walking,No Dairy, No eggs, No caffeine, No artificial coloring, Sleep with 2 pillows, Very little sugars consumed, Eat healthy,No alcohol, Medications, limit stress and overstimulation. ~*~Learn to treasure yourself and your Divinity. Be willing to accept yourself completely. Be yourself, be graceful, be kind, be wild, be weird ... be true to yourself~*~ |
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07-11-2013, 03:51 AM
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My doc gave me a script for Ativan for anxiety provoking circumstances. I only take it when I will really really need it, not loosely. I can't be confined to small spaces especially for any period of time..
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