Post-Concussion Syndrome?
Mild traumatic brain injuries can lead to long-term cognitive issues.
Post-Concussion Syndrome is defined as the symptoms that come after a concussion. Post-Concussion Syndrome is most often diagnosed after a person has recently suffered a head injury. The San Diego Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Center offers post-concussion syndrome therapy.
Post-concussion syndrome can be delayed for weeks before symptoms appear.
Symptoms of Post-Concussion Syndrome
PCS is often diagnosed after a Traumatic Brain Injury if there are at least three of the following symptoms.
headache
dizziness
vertigo
fatigue
memory impairment
trouble concentrating
insomnia
restlessness
irritability
apathy
depression
anxiety
personality changes
sensitivity to noise and light
Psychological Symptoms of Post-Concussion Syndrome
PCS sufferers are at risk of psychological or Psychiatric symptoms, which can be present.
Depression
Suicidality
Anxiety
Personality Changes
Causes of Post-Concussion Syndrome
Concussions result from a variety of causes, including:
Striking the head in a fall
Striking the head in a car accident
Assault to the head from violence
A blow to the head is a part of impact sports.
Children, adolescents, and young adults are more likely to suffer concussions caused by participation in sports.
Risk Factors for Post-Concussion Syndrome
A person who has recently suffered a concussion is at high risk for post-concussion syndrome.
People over the age of 40
Women are at great risk than men
People with pre-existing mental health conditions are more likely to develop PCS after a concussion.
Historical Treatment for Post-Concussion Syndrome
No single treatment exists for post-concussion syndrome.
PCS is a condition where depression and anxiety are common psychiatrist near me. Talk therapy is used for treatment.
TMS Treatment for Post-Concussion Syndrome
The first effective treatment for concussion could be low-intensity TMS.
Depression, Anxiety, and Post-Concussion Syndrome are all symptoms of Post-Concussion Syndrome and can be resolved with the FDA approved drug, called TMS.
If you would like to learn more about the process at our treatment center, please visit our procedure page.
TMS benefits include:
The high success rate is higher than any other treatments.
The treatment is not intrusive.
It is painless and does not require any anesthesia.
It has no side effects in most patients.
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