Concussion Management
Getting hit on the head might not feel like a big deal, but even a minor head injury can result in a concussion. If that happens, you will need quality care to reduce your symptoms, restore brain function, and prevent complications.
At Basecamp Physical Therapy, we take concussion management seriously. Our physical therapists in Flagstaff have the skills and experience needed to diagnose and treat head injuries, so you can make a full recovery.
When to Come in for Care
Prompt care is of the utmost importance when dealing with a concussion. So, you should always seek immediate care after suffering a blow, jolt, or even bonk to the head. You don’t need to lose consciousness to need care, either, or wait for symptoms to develop.
In fact, in the case of a mild concussion, delayed concussion symptoms can occur, so it’s best not to wait until you’re feeling bad. You might not feel the effects until hours or days later, resulting in a big delay in getting quality care. After symptoms develop, you may notice that they come and go, leaving you wondering if you’re ever going to feel better.
By visiting our physical therapy office right away, you can get a prompt evaluation of your symptoms to see if you’re suffering from a concussion. If so, we’ll provide concussion management services and monitor your symptoms to minimize the risk of negative effects. We can then help you move toward recovery while staying well-informed about what’s happening during that process.
Common Concussion Symptoms
When concussion symptoms do arise, you may experience:
- Mild to severe headache
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Balance issues
- Nausea
- Vision disturbances
- Memory loss
- Mood changes
If you get knocked out and stay unconscious for an extended period of time after the emergency, you likely need care in the emergency room. Other reasons to immediately go to the hospital for care include seizures, bleeding from the ears, uncontrolled vomiting, or trouble staying awake.
After the initial care process, our physical therapy team can help manage your concussion and help you move toward recovery. If needed, we will work with your other providers to ensure you get comprehensive care every step of the way.
Concussion Management Services
A concussion is technically a minor traumatic brain injury. Whether symptoms arise right away or days later, your brain has suffered a severe injury and needs support to recover.
Through our concussion management services, we’ll help you get through the initial symptoms and stay reasonably comfortable until they go away. We can also help you recover from ongoing symptoms like dizziness, balance issues, memory loss, and cognitive function.
Our physical therapy team will create a step-by-step plan designed to get you gradually back up to speed and engaging in your regular activities. We will provide our full support through that process so you know what to expect the entire time.
Call Your Physical Therapy Provider in Flagstaff, Arizona
If you experience a blow to the head, don’t delay in getting treatment at our physical therapy clinic. Our physical therapists are skilled in diagnosing and managing concussions, so you can trust that you’ll get the highest quality of care. We look forward to helping you make a full recovery, so please get in touch today.
