Concussion Care

One of the most common sport-related injuries for kids and adolescents is also one of the most serious: a concussion. Concussions are considered a type of traumatic injury and occur when the brain is shaken inside the skull. Symptoms can vary based on the severity of the concussion but some common ones include headache, dizziness, blurry vision, and trouble concentrating. 

There are 33 vertebrae in your spine that are responsible for keeping you upright and supporting your head. The force behind a traumatic brain injury like a concussion can knock these vertebrae out of place and disrupt cellular communication. 

Chiropractic care can be valuable in treating and preventing concussions. Although chiropractors do not specifically treat brain injuries they can help manage some of the symptoms and decrease the risk of head injuries through spinal adjustments.

Chiropractors can help put your vertebrae back in alignment allowing for your brain to communicate effectively with the cells in your body. This can alleviate some of the common concussion symptoms and also help support the spine. 

When the spine is aligned properly it reduces strain on the neck and back muscles, allowing for increased range of motion throughout the body and a decreased risk of head injuries.