A concussion is a mild traumatic type of brain injury resulting from injury caused to the brain being shaken inside the skull after a direct blow to the head or a sudden movement of the head and neck. Common causes of a concussion are falls, sports, physical assaults, motor vehicle collisions, or being hit by an object/person. Unlike other brain injuries, concussions may not be identified on X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs.
Common Symptoms of Concussion may include, but are not limited to; Confusion, Headaches, Double or blurry vision, Light or Noise sensitivity, Dizziness or imbalance, Ringing sound in the ears, nausea or vomiting, Memory issues, Difficulty concentrating, Loss of smell or taste, Sleep disturbance.