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Old 09-19-2014, 06:54 PM #1
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Default 6 Months PCS

So it's been 6 months since i fell 10-12 feet and landed on my side hitting the right side of my head on concrete. I do believe my hips and shoulder took majority of impact or i would likely not be typing this today.

My pros are as follows:

Fortunate to be Able to ride a bike for 2-3 miles, do light workouts at the gym, and even play a set of Tennis. Headaches are gone as is most of noise sensitivity (hypercusis).

The Cons are as follows:

I suffer from bad Insomnia post accident.

Still some sensitive when i touch parts of head.

Tingling in my feet at times, does anyone know what this is?

The ringing in my right ear has not gone away.

I'm exhausted and fatigued most of the day yet can still make it to about 10pm-12am. Feels like brain fog, or should i say depersonalization.

Insomnia has been very difficult to cope with. Most of this i attest to Tinnitus in right ear.

So this is where I stand 6 months PCS. I'm really wondering if i will EVER get back my full energy level and edge? Although I'm able to work again and exercise again I'm not where i want to be.

I also understand that after 6 months there is limited hope of full recovery, is this true?

I never really had a chance to shut down and get proper rest because i run my own company and have huge responsibilities. I also blame the insomnia for what feels like a stalled recovery.

any hope or suggestions?

Thanks.
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Old 09-19-2014, 09:49 PM #2
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Your fatigue is likely due to your insomnia. If you can find a way to get some good sleep, you may see a big improvement in the fatigue. You may need to change your daily schedule so you have more time to slow down before going to bed. I need at least 4 hours of quiet before I can fall asleep. The concussed brain often needs more effort to slow the release of adrenaline and allow the brain and body to settle down.

The tingling feet sounds like a possible nerve issue in the neck or back. Learning good sleeping posture may help.
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For the tinnitus and sleep, I would suggest a fan close to your head.
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Thanks Mark! 3 if lucky 4 hours of sleep per night certainly doesn't cut it. The Tinnitus ignited on the 3rd day post accident where i had not slept as my head was full of migraines, bruising and pain.

IF only i could get 7-8 hours per night. boy would that be a gift.

Take care and keep up the good information for all.
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You need to find a way to get more sleep. Have you tried sleeping in a recliner with the TV on ? Get real comfortable and let your mind drift away while watching something non-stimulating. I often get my best sleep this way.

I take gabapentin to help my brain and body 'let go.' Otherwise, I can get caught in a cycle of body twitching.
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Recliner is a good idea. I need to get one.
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Default PCS 21/2 yrs into it. Still many horrible symptoms.

I am still insomniac,,,,a full nights sleep would be so wonderful. U tube has some wonderful 8 hr guided meditations for sleep, depression, anxiety, etc. They help. Plus you are listening to positive reinforcement which helps a lot. Kava is a good thing to take to relax. I am doing lots of turmeric for the pain. My symptoms are very scary, and i love the meditations. You are lucky you can exercise...I can hardly lift anything. I can walk tho, this helps. Everybody heals at different paces...stressers lengthen healing time...no one knows how long it may take to heal.
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I'd love the links to the youtube meditations you recommend


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I am still insomniac,,,,a full nights sleep would be so wonderful. U tube has some wonderful 8 hr guided meditations for sleep, depression, anxiety, etc. They help. Plus you are listening to positive reinforcement which helps a lot. Kava is a good thing to take to relax. I am doing lots of turmeric for the pain. My symptoms are very scary, and i love the meditations. You are lucky you can exercise...I can hardly lift anything. I can walk tho, this helps. Everybody heals at different paces...stressers lengthen healing time...no one knows how long it may take to heal.
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Drugs: Lexapro, occasional 2-5mgs ambien. Off amatryptaline. Taking about 453 supplements.

Just started vision therapy, waiting on some blue-tinted prism glasses.

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I google 8hr guided meditation...pick one on u tube, once there, scroll through them...great stuff.
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8 hr guided meditations on u tube...there are many to choose from.
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