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UPMC Concussion Clinic vs. Cognitive FX for PCS Treatment

UPMC Concussion Clinic vs. Cognitive FX for PCS Treatment

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Dr. Mark Allen Ph. D.

The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) is a world-renowned healthcare provider and insurer with groundbreaking work in research, treatments, and clinical care. UPMC runs 40 hospitals and more than 700 doctors’ offices and outpatient centers, serving patients throughout western and central Pennsylvania, Maryland, New York, and around the globe.

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Post-Concussion Syndrome Care at Mayo Clinic vs. Cognitive FX

Post-Concussion Syndrome Care at Mayo Clinic vs. Cognitive FX

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Dr. Mark Allen Ph. D.

If you have post-concussion syndrome, you might think that the Mayo Clinic would be a serious contender as your treatment provider. After all, the Mayo Clinic is a world-renowned medical and research center with facilities in Arizona, Florida, and Minnesota. Patients have access to a wide range of medical specialties and healthcare options, with over 100 medical and surgical services available throughout the system. Their drive and dedication have earned them many top rankings in varied specialties, including endocrinology, gastroenterology, and cancer, to name just a few. 

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Recurring Concussion Symptoms: Causes and Treatment

Recurring Concussion Symptoms: Causes and Treatment

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Dr. Mark Allen Ph. D.

Despite the fact that your concussion was weeks (or months or even years) ago, you’re still experiencing symptoms. Maybe they’re ever-present reminders of an injury you’d rather forget, or maybe they come and go as you attempt to live your life as fully as you can. Either way, you’re still suffering. What’s going on, and what can you do about it?

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Find a Post-Concussion Syndrome Specialist Near You

Find a Post-concussion Syndrome Specialist Near You

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Dr. Jaycie Loewen Ph. D.

After suffering a mild traumatic brain injury, you might expect to feel off for a few days before being able to function at your normal level again. However, a rapid return to normal is not the case for everybody. If symptoms like headache, dizziness, neck pain, fatigue, trouble concentrating, insomnia, or mood changes linger for weeks or months after your concussion, you may be suffering from post-concussion syndrome (PCS). 

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Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury: Can It Help Patients?

Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury: Types & How They Help

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Dr. Jaycie Loewen Ph. D.

Many hospitals offer robust medical treatment to help patients survive traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). It’s common for those same hospitals, or affiliated care providers, to offer rehabilitation to patients after the danger of death has passed. These rehabilitation services often focus on activities of daily living (walking, dressing yourself, eating, etc.). It’s less common to find appropriate rehabilitative medical care for long-lasting symptoms following TBI

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How to Recover From Chronic Concussion Syndrome

How to Recover From Chronic Concussion Syndrome

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Dr. Jaycie Loewen Ph. D.

Many people are surprised to learn that concussions can have long-term effects if left untreated. Chronic concussion syndrome is a less common term for persistent post-concussion symptoms (also known as post-concussion syndrome, or PCS). If you suffer from headaches, brain fog, vision issues, fatigue, short-term memory problems, irritability, feelings of overwhelm, or other persistent symptoms after a head injury, you might have chronic concussion syndrome.

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Post-Concussion Syndrome Dizziness: Causes & Treatment

Post-Concussion Syndrome Dizziness: Causes & Treatment

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Andy Clower, ATC

After headaches, dizziness is the second most common symptom patients experience after a concussion. Although this symptom often resolves by itself, it becomes persistent and debilitating for some patients. If patients experience dizziness or other concussion symptoms for more than three months, they may have post-concussion syndrome (PCS)

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Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery: Can You Recover from a TBI?

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Dr. Alina Fong Ph. D.

If you’ve experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI), it’s natural to want to know how long and how difficult your recovery is going to be. There are so many factors affecting recovery time — such as the specifics of the injury, gender, treatment options, and more. Remember, the length and extent of your recovery is unique to you. Recovery stories vary even between patients with similar injuries. 

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Rest and Concussions: Why Taking Brain Breaks Is Good for You

Rest and Concussions: Why Taking Brain Breaks Is Good for You

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Kathryn Severs BSN, RN

Have you ever gotten stuck in a task, set it aside for a while, and then discovered that it somehow seemed easy when you came back to it? If so, you’ve experienced the power of strategic breaks to re-energize your brain. If you’re recovering from a traumatic brain injury, these breaks play a vital role in revitalizing your brain throughout the day. 

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Suicidal Thoughts and Post-Concussion Syndrome: What Can You Do?

Suicidal Thoughts and Post-Concussion Syndrome: What Can You Do?

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Dr. Alina Fong Ph. D.

Sustaining a traumatic brain injury can be a challenging experience. You probably felt angry, demoralized, helpless, and even hopeless in the days following your injury. For some people, these feelings eventually subside and disappear — but that didn't happen for you.

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Brain Injury and Exercise: How Cardio Intervals Help Patients Recover

Brain Injury and Exercise: How Cardio Intervals Help Patients Recover

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Dr. Jaycie Loewen Ph. D.

If you’ve been struggling with lingering symptoms after a brain injury and even a mild jog is enough to trigger misery, then you might flinch at the idea of high-intensity interval training as a recovery method. But there is a way to exercise while keeping your symptom levels down.

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Can a Chiropractor Help with Post-Concussion Syndrome?

Can a Chiropractor Help with Post-Concussion Syndrome?

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Andy Clower, ATC

If you have post-concussion syndrome (PCS), then you likely know how difficult it is to get an accurate diagnosis and comprehensive treatment. Many medical doctors don’t have the resources to treat PCS effectively, or they rely exclusively on pharmaceuticals that help some symptoms while making others worse. So when you find a healthcare provider who (a) actually knows what post-concussion syndrome is, and (b) claims to treat it, then it’s worth following up.

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