Concussion Relief in Loveland CO

Concussion syndrome is a relatively common health condition affecting people of all ages. According to the Brain Research Institute, anywhere from 1.6 to 3.8 million cases of concussions are reported every year in the US. Increasingly, people are relying on chiropractic care for the management of their concussive symptoms. Have you been diagnosed with a concussion yourself? Keep reading: your chiropractor in Loveland CO may be able to help you.

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What is a Concussion in Loveland CO?

A concussion is a form of brain injury and occurs due to some sort of trauma that causes the brain to strike against the skull. People involved in car accidents, sporting accidents and other types of trauma often develop concussions. Children, teens, and young adults who play high-impact and/or full-contact sports are at a particularly increased risk.

There are 2 types of concussions. Generally, most people are familiar with impact-type concussions. Lesser known and even counterintuitive are impulse concussions. Impulse concussions occur when the head/body is stopped abruptly causing the brain to strike the skull internally even though the head didn't strike anything externally. Impulse concussions are often not addressed and may pose a great risk for any athlete returning prematurely to the sport.

Concussions can impair brain function and thus impact several areas of normal function, including balance, memory, and vision.

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Common Concussion Symptoms

Symptoms of a concussion vary greatly from person to person, and often don't present right away after the initiating event. The most common symptoms include:

• Headache
• Memory problems, confusion, and/or changes in mood
• Nausea & digestive disorders
• Fatigue
• Sleep disruption

Because of this symptomatic variation, it's not always easy to tell if a person has a concussion. If any kind of fall, trip, blow, jolt, or bump to the body or head is experienced, it's always a good idea to consult with a doctor as well as your chiropractor in Loveland CO for a thorough assessment and treatment if necessary.

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Why Chiropractic Concussion Treatment Could Be Right for You

There are several ways that a chiropractor can help a person recover from concussion syndrome. Chiropractic concussion treatment offers the added benefit of no drugs nor invasive procedures since the theory of chiropractic relies on natural services that emphasize and support the body's own capacity to heal.

Chiropractic adjustment is one of the primary means to help resolve a concussion. Adjustments help restore normal neurological function by reducing strain and pressure on the nervous system and by serving as a "system reset" of sorts. Chiropractic adjustments also help realign a person's balance and spine function. This is critical since spinal joints within the neck or back can easily move out of place in any traumatic incident that is sufficient enough to cause a concussion.

Since people with concussion syndrome also tend to have postural stability difficulties, improving the alignment and mobility of a person's spine through chiropractic adjustments is of particular benefit, as well. Additional chiropractic techniques, such as massage therapy, corrective exercises, and postural re-training, are also key for accelerating the healing process.

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GET YOUR COMPREHENSIVE BASELINE TESTING DONE TODAY!

Know your most effective BASELINE number before you or your child suffers a brain injury. Oftentimes, kids are returned to play too soon based on incomplete and controversial "conventional" testing such as the Impact and BESS assessments. Returning a child too soon to play can have devastating consequences.

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Worried That You or a Loved One Has Sustained a Concussion?

At Thompson Valley Chiropractic, our Loveland CO chiropractor team is on a mission to improve the health and safety of everyone in your household, from children to seniors. For drug-free chiropractic concussion treatment that is fully individualized to meet your or your loved one's needs, call Thompson Valley Chiropractic now at (970) 203-0597.

New to us? We'd like to extend our deep appreciation and warmest welcome by offering you a complementary initial consultation.