[MargN]

Hello. I've been reading this board for weeks now, and first, I want to thank all those on the PCS/TBI board that take the time to share their stories. It's very comforting to know we are not alone.

My injury occurred Nov 28/07, when I fell on the cold sidewalk up here in Canada, after a work event (and too much wine), and knocked myself out. An ambulance took me away to a Trauma Unit for a couple of CT scans (a small hematoma resolved on its own) and to a hospital bed for 3 days observation.
My worst symptoms came a few days later at home, including headache, dizziness, irritability, some initial vision issues, ringing in the ears and trouble concentrating. Also my sciatic nerve went bizerk for a few days, but that resolved. I spent weeks in bed regardless, 5 weeks off work, etc.

My biggest things now (3 months out) are dizziness (which is not really being dizzy but having a balance sensation that's disturbing), ringing in the ears, some headaches, sensitivity to excessive noise/light and inability to exercise or handle any stress (physical or otherwise). I'd have to admit I'm somewhat depressed, anxious and irritable.

I'm working with a physiotherapist now to find my baseline and try to get my activity level up. I miss my daily workouts and volleyball terribly, and I'm tired of my husband having to do everything, including household and childcare things. I'm back to work but only part-time, and I'm struggling with it.

My GP, though caring, doesn't seem to offer much help. I'm reading all threads to research other things to try. Thanks to all for putting up links, books and other possible places for answers.

MargN