Speech Therapy Discussion On Autism Therapy And Concussion Treatm | Page 7

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A concussion is not simply a bump on the head. It may not look that severe in the
beginning, but the truth is that a concussion is considered a traumatic brain
injury. Depending on the severity of the injury, the symptoms may vary from
person to person and usually include disorientation, confusion, slowed reaction
times, memory loss, and extreme emotional reactions. It means what looks like a
bump on the head may soon turn into something extremely serious. Therefore,
you should not take any head injury lightly even if does not look that serious.
You do not need to keep your child awake after a head injury. It is a common
misconception that you should not let your child sleep after a concussion. The
truth is that you need to get your child medically evaluated as soon as possible,
but there is no need to keep them from falling asleep. In fact, the most effective
treatment for a concussion is plenty of rest and sleep.
You cannot rely on neuro imaging tests to diagnose a concussion. Many people
believe that they need to undergo CT scan or MRI after they suspect a
concussion, but the truth is that you imaging tests are not effective in diagnosing
a 'functional' injury like a concussion. A careful examination of your symptoms is
usually the more reliable way to tell that you or your child has suffered a
concussion. You experience different symptoms due to an energy crisis in your
brain. Due to the injury, your brain cells fail to work properly.
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