[Emortega]

Hi guys my name is junior and I would like to ask a few questions.. I am currently 24 years old and have had an extremely high amount of concussions. I have played football my entire life and also rode motocross and pretty much have done every extremely sport you can think of. After my last concussion which was about 3 years ago, in which I had an extreamly bad motocross accident that left me blind out of my right eye and a nose bleed on and off for about 30 days. After that concussion I noticed things that were different in my life. If I shake my head the slightest bit I can feel my brain shake and it makes me dizzy and gives me a big headache. If I barely hit my head I have the same results.. I was playing with my son yesterday and was laying on the bad playing dead and he jumped on my head and instantly knew I had another concussion. My brain was throbbing, I couldn't eat I couldn't sleep I was irritable.. I didn't go to the doctor for all of my concussions only the first 3 because I was a stubborn kid who didn't think anything could hurt me.. Now I realize how stupid I was and want some ideas on what I should do next. This has been my 13th concussion each progressively getting worse... I'm starting to have memory loss of little things and like I said my brain is always throbbing please if you could give me some ideas on what I should do (other then see a doctor which I plan to do in October) please and thank you


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[Mark in Idaho]

Emortage,

Welcome to NeuroTalk.

I know what you are going through. I've had 14 concussions, only 1 from sports, though.

I don't think you suffered a concussion but rather just relapsed/decompensated. With your history, this is not uncommon. I would suggest you suffer from Multiple Impact Syndrome, as I do.

There is nothing a doctor will be able to do to help you at this stage. You have a few things to consider. First, get on the vitamins and supplements regimen in the Vitamins sticky at the top. It will give your brain the best chance. It should also help you stabilize your mood. Read the whole first post. It has good information and links.

You likely have a subtle upper neck injury that can cause a myriad of symptoms, many that overlap with concussion symptoms. Any sharp movement or head twisting can trigger symptoms.

A specialized chiropractor like those linked in the Vitamins sticky can be helpful. Some PT's can be helpful but most are too aggressive as are most generic chiropractors.

If you have access to good health coverage, a NeuroPsych Assessment will give you some answers about your cognitive/memory struggles. Understanding these issues can help you to move forward without fighting against your frustrations.

A concussion clinic / specialist may be able to direct you to a NeuroPsych Assessment. They "may" be able to help you with subtle neck issues. A normal primary care doctor will not be as helpful. Most concussion clinics are formulaic since they are oriented at generating fees until the sign off for return to play.

I suggest you get educated about your condition so you can plan your life. You can learn to moderate the various aspects of your life so you can soften the roller coaster ride that I expect is ahead. I bet you have already been riding that roller coaster.

What other symptoms/struggles are you experiencing ?