Athletes and individuals with strenuous occupations are at a particularly high risk for concussions; however, this type of traumatic brain injury can impact anyone. Following recommended rehabilitation guidelines, most patients make a full recovery within weeks or months. But unfortunately, concussion side effects can persist much longer for some. What are the long term effects of a concussion, potentially? This article will address possible complications and impairments which can result from a concussion.
If a patient experiences lingering concussion impacts, they are likely to require ongoing care to help them manage symptoms and achieve the best possible quality of life. At Cardinal LifeCare Consulting, our life care planners have extensive experience determining individual needs and coordinating care for concussion victims. We also offer a network of medical specialists qualified to perform research and provide expert testimony on the damage a concussion has caused. To speak with a member of our team about how our services may benefit your particular case, call us at (724) 487-0519.
What Are the Long Term Effects of a Concussion?
Concussion symptoms can vary greatly from patient to patient depending on age, general health status, the severity of the concussion and actions taken after the injury. Lasting effects are more commonly experienced with higher grade (more severe) concussions and when the proper concussion recovery protocol is not followed. According to the CDC, teens and young children can also take much longer to recover from a concussion than adults.
So, what are the long term effects of a concussion? Similar to short-term concussion symptoms, they can be quite different from person to person. Persistent concussion symptoms may include:
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Trouble concentrating and reasoning
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light & sound
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- Personality changes
- Psychological impacts (depression, anxiety, anger, aggression)
To avoid prolonged effects, it is key for concussions – even seemingly minor ones – to be taken very seriously.
Consult Cardinal LifeCare for Help Assessing Concussion Impacts & Planning Care
When an individual sustains a concussion due to a sports or work injury, or an accident such as a car crash, close monitoring, support, and rehabilitation aids are of the essence. At Cardinal LifeCare, our licensed nursing professionals can help bring clarity to a case involving a patient experiencing ongoing concussion consequences.
Our team includes life care planning specialists who are trained and qualified to advise on the therapies necessary to support a concussion sufferer as they seek to achieve optimal recovery. Plus, we can recommend a reliable concussion expert witness who can help connect evidence and provide testimony during litigation or trial. To learn more about how our experts may assist with a personal injury case you are working on, reach out to us at (724) 487-0519.
