Concussion TREATMENT in Las Vegas
In Henderson, Las Vegas, and Southern, NV
A concussion is an injury to the brain that results in temporary loss of normal brain function. Medically, it is defined as a clinical syndrome characterized by immediate and transient alteration in brain function, including alteration of mental status or level of consciousness, that results from mechanical force or trauma. A major misconception about concussions is the idea that there has to be a direct head trauma to induce one, this is incorrect and a major reason concussions are missed or wrongly diagnosed.
Signs of a concussion
Concussions can result from a blow to the body like getting tackled in football, a slip and fall, or getting rear-ended in a motor vehicle collision. If you think you may have a concussion, or you exhibit any of these symptoms, we recommend seeing a chiropractic doctor trained to treat concussions in Las Vegas.
Headache or “pressure” in the head.
Nausea or vomiting.
Balance problems or dizziness, or double or blurry vision.
Bothered by light or noise.
Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy.
Confusion, concentration, or memory problems.
Just not “feeling right,” or “feeling down”.
How can a chiropractor help with concussions
Conventional medicine focuses on two issues surrounding concussions: prevention and medicated management of symptoms.
With chiropractic care, however, we take treatment one step further by addressing all the peripheral concerns caused by your concussion. Rather than throwing anti-inflammatories at your muscle pain, we get to the root cause, which is often dysfunction in the musculoskeletal or central nervous systems.
Though your first stop for a suspected concussion can and should be an MD or an emergency room, a doctor of chiropractic can help with everything from evaluation to management. Chiropractors with advanced training in sports medicine are likely especially well-suited to concussion treatment, but all chiropractors have the basic knowledge and expertise to help you recover.
What to expect:
The Initial Visit
This is when you'll meet Dr. Krugly and learn more about the link between concussions and chiropractic care. You'll fill out paperwork detailing your medical history, any medications you're taking, and any symptoms you're experiencing. You'll have a chance to run over financial information too; the front office staff can help you navigate your insurance policy and find out what chiropractic coverage exists.
The Physical Exam
Your chiropractor will conduct a thorough physical exam as part of your initial visit. This takes place in our Las Vegas concussion treatment center in Henderson, NV. This happens with all of our patients and may include everything from range-of-motion tests to lab work. With a suspected concussion in play, your chiropractor may also conduct neurological tests to determine the extent of your symptoms and diagnose issues you may not have even noticed on your own.
Forming a Treatment Plan: Chiropractic Care and Concussions
Based on your initial exam, your chiropractor will put together a detailed treatment plan tailored to your physical, mental, and emotional needs. This plan may involve spinal decompression, manual manipulation, or physical therapy. The goal is to address the root cause of symptoms such as headaches and gait abnormalities. Though these problems may be traced back to the concussion itself, it's not uncommon to find that misalignments are playing a huge role in ongoing discomfort.
The Adjustment
Once you've heard and agreed to your chiropractor's concussion treatment plan, it's time to get adjusted. Many first-time patients are wary about the adjustment process, but it's actually quite painless. You'll lie on a special table (wear comfortable clothes) and relax as your DC addresses vertebral misalignments, called subluxations, all along your spine.
Concussion Testing
In addition to the standard balance testing performed for patients with concussions, mTBI, and other forms of balance disturbances, Agape’s Las Vegas concussion treatment center uses 3D motion capture imaging.
This software serves many purposes:
Concussed patients need a baseline balance assessment so progress can be tracked so recovery can be insured
Patients who are at risk for falls should have a baseline balance assessment to insure they gain balance competency
For patients who have become injured and have a personal injury case such as a car accident
Medical literature shows a high likelihood of developing a co-current upper cervical dysfunction with a concussion. An upper cervical dysfunction is detectable and treatable through joint palpation and manipulation. Thus, again outlying the importance of seeing a physician who understands the complexities this condition can have.
If you’ve suffered a concussion in Las Vegas, NV or Henderson, we’re here to help, both with your concussion recovery and balance assessment. Reach out today!
The role of Balance in concussion treatment
Balance is a combination of neurological input including eyesight, the inner ear, and joint proprioception. Input from all of these structures come together to communicate where our body is in space. Each one of these structures must be properly assessed, treated if necessary, and rehabbed if your balance has been affected due to trauma, infection, or other reasons. If you’ve been in an auto accident, our motor vehicle accident doctor Job Krugly will create a personalized treatment plan just for you.
In regards to concussion, the most common lasting symptoms are balance disturbances and headaches, we here at Agape have the knowledge and techniques to work with both of these and more.