Concussions
What is a Concussion?
A concussion is a mild injury that disrupts how the brain normally works. It is caused by a sudden blow or jolt to the head that causes the brain to move back and forth. You do NOT need to be knocked out or lose consciousness to have a concussion.
Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies provides comprehensive, highly specialized concussion care for residents of northern Colorado, Wyoming and western Nebraska.
Our specialists have knowledge that comes from years of experience focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of concussions. They take care of athletes and others who have sustained a head injury in a motor vehicle accident or at work throughout the day in clinic.
Concussion Care for Athletes
OCR’s Concussion Center offers athletes prompt, experienced diagnosis and treatment of sports-related head injuries. We offer:
- Comprehensive team of multi-specialty concussion and sports medicine professionals.
- The most advanced testing using scientifically validated clinical tools, including the widely recognized ImPACT® system.
- On-site physical therapy for specific treatments, such as vestibular therapy.
- Thorough, individualized plan to help achieve the best recovery and the safest return to play, school, and work.
Sports concussions and head injuries from recreational activities represent a health topic of growing interest and concern in our communities and the U.S.
What are the Concussion Symptoms and Signs?
PHYSICAL
• Headache
• Fuzzy or blurry vision
• Nausea/vomiting
• Sensitivity to noise or light
• Balance problems
• Dizziness
• Neck pain
• Feeling tired/having no energy
SLEEP
• Sleeping more than usual
• Sleeping less than usual
• Trouble falling asleep
COGNITIVE
• Difficulty thinking clearly
• Feeling slowed down
• Difficulty concentrating/easily distracted
• Difficulty remembering new information
EMOTIONAL/MOOD
• Irritability
• Sadness
• More emotional
• Nervousness or anxiety
• Lack of motivation
