things to do after a concussion?
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['Reduce screen time. ... ', 'Limit exposure to bright lights and loud sounds. ... ', 'Avoid unnecessary movement of your head and neck. ... ', 'Stay hydrated. ... ', 'Rest. ... ', 'Eat more protein. ... ', 'Eat foods rich in omega-3s.']
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If you have a headache, acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) may ease the pain. Avoid taking other pain relievers such as aspirin or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) if you suspect you've had a concussion. These may increase the risk of bleeding.
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Advertisement. In most people, symptoms occur within the first seven to 10 days and go away within three months. Sometimes, they can persist for a year or more. The goal of treatment after concussion is to effectively manage your symptoms.
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['The person has collapsed and is making sudden jerking movements. They may also have froth around their mouth.', 'Make them safe and prevent injury. ... ', 'After the seizure, help the person to rest on their side with their head tilted back. ... ', 'Call 999 if necessary.']
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The Dartmouth College of Sports Medicine advises that it is fine to go to sleep after a concussion so long as someone wakes you up every two hours. They are to check to make sure you can be easily awakened and aren't displaying symptoms of a worsening condition.
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['Rest: Stay off the injured foot or limit weight bearing until it gets better or can be seen by a doctor. ... ', 'Ice: Immediately apply ice to the injury to reduce pain and swelling. ... ', 'Compression: Snuggly wrap the foot in a soft dressing or bandage.']
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['Sit upright. Stop whatever you are doing and sit upright. ... ', 'Take long, deep breaths. This helps to slow down your breathing and prevent hyperventilation. ... ', 'Stay calm. ... ', 'Get away from the trigger. ... ', 'Take a hot caffeinated beverage. ... ', 'Seek emergency medical help.']
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['Relax at home. ... ', 'Avoid or cut down on screen time. ... ', "Don't drive.", 'Avoid all sports and any activities (such as roughhousing with friends, or riding a bike or skateboard) that could lead to another head injury.', 'Sleep:']
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['Protect the patient from injury. Check the immediate area for hazards and remove them if possible. ... ', 'Manage the seizure or convulsion. Stay with the patient until the seizure ends. ... ', 'After the seizure. As soon as the seizure ends, quickly roll the unconscious patient onto their side and open and clear the airway. ... ', 'Aftercare.']
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It can occur after an impact to your head or after a whiplash-type injury that causes your head and brain to shake quickly back and forth. A concussion results in an altered mental state that may include becoming unconscious.
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['keep the person safe from injury or harm, and only move them if they are in danger.', 'if they have fallen, put something soft under their head to protect it.', "allow the seizure to happen, don't restrain or hold them down.", 'stay with them until they have recovered.']
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Generally, after suffering a concussion, patients are encouraged to avoid reading, watching TV and using mobile devices to help their brains heal.
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['Cool down. ... ', 'Stretch. ... ', 'Drink up. ... ', 'Change your clothing. ... ', 'Take a cool shower. ... ', 'Let your body recover. ... ', 'Munch on the right snack. ... ', 'Some healthy post-workout snacks include:']
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A person can go to sleep following a concussion if he or she is awake and able to hold a conversation. No other symptoms, such as dilated pupils or trouble walking, should be present before sleeping.
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'Post concussion' syndrome more commonly follows a mild head injury and includes: headaches, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, depression and anxiety. This syndrome can develop even if brain damage is minimal or absent on investigation.
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['Rest – stop any exercise or activities and try not to put any weight on the injury.', 'Ice – apply an ice pack (or a bag of frozen vegetables wrapped in a tea towel) to the injury for up to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours.', 'Compression – wrap a bandage around the injury to support it.']
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Concussion: A mild traumatic brain injury. Symptoms are typically not life-threatening and resolve within a month. Post-Concussion Syndrome: A condition in which concussion symptoms persist after the brain has healed.