Auto Accidents
Auto accidents are an unfortunate occurrence for so many people that we know and care for. Checking your brain and spine after a car crash is a great way to start the recovery process and not let it progress to something more permanent. Neck pain, stiffness, headaches, upper/low back pain, numbness/tingling down the arms and legs are signs of damage to the brain and body and an indication to seek care. Along with the structural issues that come from an auto accident, Dr. Seth can run an extensive brain examination to make sure that you are not suffering from a concussion or something more serious. Schedule today to begin the healing process. We will also be able to help you understand your benefits from your auto insurance to make sure that you receive the best care with no out of pocket expense to you.
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Post Crash/ Injury Symptoms to Watch for:
Headaches
Mood or Behavior Changes
Neck & Shoulder Pain
The most common post car rashsymptom. Headaches could mean problems with vision, whiplash, concussion, or even a Traumatic Brain Injury.
Neck & Shoulder Pain
Mood or Behavior Changes
Neck & Shoulder Pain
Shoulder and neck pain are common post crash symptoms related to whiplash, concussion and other serious things you should not ignore.
Mood or Behavior Changes
Mood or Behavior Changes
Eating & Sleeping Changes
Loved ones may notice these changes before you do. these symptoms could indicate a concussion, post traumatic stress, depression, anxiety disorders and more.
Eating & Sleeping Changes
Abdominal Pain & Discomfort
Eating & Sleeping Changes
Lack of appetite could be due to stress, an upset stomach, concussion, depression or other reasons.
Difficulty sleeping could be a result of other symptoms interfering with your ability to sleep such as pain and stress.
Tingling or Numbness
Abdominal Pain & Discomfort
Abdominal Pain & Discomfort
Experiencing tingling or numbness in your neck, shoulder, extremities or back may be symptom of nerve or tissue damage.
Abdominal Pain & Discomfort
Abdominal Pain & Discomfort
Abdominal Pain & Discomfort
Abdominal pain may be the result of internal bruising or more serious internal bleeding.
Nausea is a symptom that may be from stress or a sign of injury.
Swelling or Stiffness
Dizziness & Changes in Vision
Dizziness & Changes in Vision
Very common symptoms after a crash. You will need care to get that range of motion back.
Dizziness & Changes in Vision
Dizziness & Changes in Vision
Dizziness & Changes in Vision
Double vision, blurred vision and dizziness in hours, days and weeks after a car accident are very common. These could be because of a concussion, post-traumatic stress, whiplash or another underlying issue.
Changes in Hearing or Tinitis
Dizziness & Changes in Vision
Changes in Hearing or Tinitis
Ringing in the ears or tinnitus can be an annoying issue that many have to deal with as a post- car crash symptom.
Back Pain
Lack of Concentration and Memory Loss
Changes in Hearing or Tinitis
Back pain can be debilitating and is an extremely common post- car crash symptom. It may be muscle tightness or bruising if the pain is aching and generalized discomfort. Constant shooting pain or constant aches. Can lead to sciatic pain and man other things.
Lack of Concentration and Memory Loss
Lack of Concentration and Memory Loss
Lack of Concentration and Memory Loss
Can be caused from head injury , concussion, stress and more. Is it hard for you to carry a conversation? Can you finish a simple task?
We can help you!
Lack of Concentration and Memory Loss
Lack of Concentration and Memory Loss
The good news is that we can help you with all of these symptoms and more. Yes, even the vision, hearing problems, whiplash, concussion, back pain... We can do this with Functional Neurology and Chiropractic care. We can get your brain, body and spine back on track. Get you back to a fully ACTIVATED life.
Second Syndrome and Second Impact Syndrome
Second Syndrome:
After a head trauma, no matter how minimal or severe patients may have an increase in symptoms. Symptoms are unique to each patient but may include; headaches, dizziness, change in taste, change in sleep habits, quicker to anger or agitation and so on. Some patients claim to have no symptoms or discomfort immediately after their head trauma. They can still suffer from second syndrome.
Why does second syndrome occur?
The part of the neuron that sends a signal is not functioning properly. Leading to decreased brain function.
When does second syndrome occur?
The answer to that is unsure. It is different timing for each patients but usually symptoms increase within the first two years.
Second Impact Syndrome:
Occurs when the brain swells rapidly, and catastrophically, after a person suffers a second concussion before symptoms from an earlier one have subsided. This second blow may occur minutes, days, or weeks..... after an initial concussion, and even the mildest grade of concussion can lead to SIS.
Why do people suffer from second impact syndrome?
In patients who sustain a second concussion when the first ones has not healed, the brain loses its ability to auto regulate intracranial and cerebral perfusion pressure. This may lead to cerebral edema, severe swelling of the brain, and possible brain herniation.
TRUE & FALSE
Resting the brain heals the brain
FALSE. The best way for the brain to heal is activation. As it is TRUE that rest and staying away from bright lights is best right after a brain injury. Studies have shown that giving input and activation into the brain improves the brain and recovery.
The Brain Can Heal
True. The brain has the ability to heal with proper activation. Best results happen with patients who stick to their specified brain activation plans and, need be, lifestyle changes. We see a difference in all our patients that keep their appointments.
My brain injury happened years ago there is no recovering
FALSE. While it is true that quicker results and recovery happen as soon after the injury as possible, changes can still made later on.
My Child is too young
FALSE. No one is too young or too old for brain injury to occur OR to receive treatment for a brain injury. The younger the better to make sure that your kiddo has the best chances to recovery before symptoms become more symptomatic. Studies have shown the younger the better neuroplasticity and recovery.
I don't /my kids don't play sports... We cannot get a concussion
FALSE. As TBI and concussions are commonly spoken about in the world of sports it does not mean that is the only way to get one. We see several auto concussions, we have seen slip and/or falls, kids who have hit their head on hard surfaces including floors and cabinets. Simply just playing around common accidents such as falling off the bed or bonking heads can result in mild to sever concussions.
Brain injuries are common for all ages
TRUE. Any age is susceptible to brain injuries. In fact most TBI are likely to occur in Children aged 0 to 4 years, older adolescents aged 15 to 19 years, and adults aged 65 years and older.
Brain Injuries Occur Daily
TRUE. Every day 153 people die in the United States due to Traumatic Brain Injury. Most TBI that occur are mild and are called concussions. In 2012, an estimated 329,290 children (age 0-19) were treated in U.S. for concussion or TBI.