You have to be very careful with concussion recovery. Everyone is different and pushing too fast too early can have bad consequences. Getting active fairly early on post-concussion can definitely be beneficial for many (as some studies have shown). Those activities however should be part of a carefully supervised program that never pushes a person too far, too soon. It's far worse (and easy) to over do things than it is to progress at a reasonable pace. Time is still a big factor in recovery. Under no circumstances would I believe that jumping back onto a horse, before a person is fully healed (months to years), is ever a good idea. For one thing, a person's vestibular system (balance) is very often affected. I wonder if this contributed to why she had a second concussion, which is actually not all that uncommon. Also, all the bouncing up and down from trotting, let along jumping is a terrible idea for a brain that has been recently traumatized. Many have written about how even jogging too soon after their concussion set them back many months in their recovery (they were otherwise recovering well). If after a reasonable resting period of time passes, increasing activities does not make a person worse, those activities might be helpful but just be very aware that you are going to be off and certainly not as well coordinated. Also, for many, concussion recovery is non-linear. People tend to have good days/weeks and bad days/weeks. Just because you successfully did an activity last week doesn't mean it's safe to do the next week. This is especially true during the first 6 months (a critical time). You have to monitor this return to activity carefully. This is also exactly why a person stands a much greater chance of getting a 2nd concussion within the first 6 months of their first one. Getting a 2nd concussion (easy to do) before the first is healed is a very bad thing that you can't always take back. It's far, far worse than simply allowing yourself to fully heal from the first one at a reasonable pace. Positive thinking is nice but just feeling like you are taking control and jumping back into random activities without careful supervision is not a good idea. It's almost analogous to thinking that you can run on a broken leg- maybe you'll get a mental boost for a minute but there will be consequences. A concussion/brain trauma is a very real physical and physiological thing. There are a lot of things going on after that injury. It's best not to rush things and push too hard, too soon. How you determine what is too hard and too soon is something that a good concussion specialist can help with. The issue, and main reason I chose to write is because I believe that a lot of people watching these short video clips will self-treat. They will read the title and get the takeaway that pushing hard early on is good. That is certainly not always the case. People often end up learning the hard way and suffer major setbacks. In some cases, then can cause lasting damage that could have been easily avoided. Getting quality professional guidance early on and easing back into your life at a "safe and reasonable pace," fully supervised by a professional is a sensible approach that seems to work for many. What I have written above are simply my thoughts and opinions. I am not a medical professional. This in not intended to serve as advice to anyone. Always seek professional assistance when dealing with a concussion. If you have one, I do hope you feel better soon! They are not fun but time and good recovery practices can help a lot!
This is the most responsible comments I read so far about post concussion management. I’ve been experienced concussion for almost three months and seen many professionals in NY area, but none of them tought me anything as valuable as this take.
@@MrMuyu0117 Hi Yu. Thanks for your comment. You are not alone. A concussion is as much a mental injury as it is a physical one. Don't worry though, you will improve over time. You just have to be patient (not easy I know) and try your best to do the right things. By all means, avoid getting another one! Please do not forget the critically high importance of nutrition during your recovery. Most docs will not mention this except perhaps and integrative health practitioner (who I finally saw.) I benefited from eating a diet rich in healthy (much needed) fats daily like EVOO, Garlic, Red Onion, Walnuts (never peanuts or cashews), Avocado, Fish Oil, MCT Oil, Org. Eggs, Wild Salmon along with plenty of fresh, colorful organic vegetables and plenty of water/lemon water. If you want to chat with me, shoot me an email anytime. It is listed in my YT Channel page under About. Cheers!
@@MrMuyu0117 I have been dealing with recovering for the past 6 weeks and your right, this is by far the best written piece of concussion advice I’ve seen literally anywhere. Hope your doing well, I’m from New England and the doctors here haven’t helped much either. All the best!
From America I got a concussion 3 weeks ago I was in a car wreck my adrenaline kicked in after and I had checked on every one in the car and was moving around then fell to the ground I don’t remember blacking out I spent 4 nights in the hospital and was released I’m doing more activities but my job requires me to read a lot and I can’t go more than 2 pages without passing out idk why but everything else I do is fine but my job and I need help with it
@@favl3742 Get a good lawyer now. Also, if it were me, I would go out on "medical disability." If it's a real job, you will still get paid. You have to let yourself rest. When you return, ask HR about what is called a "reasonable accommodation." For example, a role where you might not have to read as much. My mTBI effected my vision too. Check both pupils to see if they are the same size. Mine are not. Your visual cortex is towards the back of your head. You should see an eye doctor too. Also, you are likely getting "flooded." Your brain simply cannot process as much as it use to. Reading is an energy demanding activity. Right now, your brain is focused on surviving and healing. It cannot and will not spare any extra energy. Like when you have the flu, you don't feel like talking to anyone- same primitive mechanism of self-preservation. Do you randomly sweat or get tired? Did you get any imaging? What are your other symptoms? I would very randomly get tired- even from working out. Hopefully it does not effect your sleep. Over a long time, most of my symptoms improved. My vision is still not great but it could be worse. I started learning about nutrition, eat very healthy fats that the brain needs. I also hydrate, rest and gave it time. You might want to see a "Functional Medical" practitioner. That was the only type of doc that helped me. They wanted to give me drugs- I said no way. I did not want side effects. Drugs also usually harm your gut health. Gut health is extremely important. I eat fermented foods daily like Kimchi and Sauerkraut. Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or medical professional and nothing I wrote here is advise of any kind.
Lock yourself in a dark room for 48 hours with no sensory input at all. Repeat if symptoms return. Let’s say you get home at 6 pm. That’s 6 hours until midnight, then sleep 8 hours, stay awake 16 hours until midnight again, sleep another 8 hours. That’s 6+8+16+8=38 So your Monday is life as usual. Tuesday stuck at home. Wednesday wait 10 more hours after waking up. Do this or find yourself a month later asking why you’re getting worse and not better.
In the beginning you need rest! With the goal of reaching a level where you can mildly start provoking your symptoms with very specific exercises. With daily practice your symptoms will decrease and you WILL get better. You will not stay like this I promise. Always remember that.
@@ImNeraI don’t know a lot but I know more than I ever wanted to know after getting a concussion myself. Happy to help and share what I have learned and what has helped me make progress towards recovering.
@@Mirici1ok so my friend i am just 14 my mother threw me at a door and my head hit that door and there is bit swelling i am not having headache, just i have became a bit irritating and have anxiety i know that i have a concussion this happened 2 days back what should i do, and i dont have money to buy food that are rich in omega 3 Your reply would be a great help because in my country there are very less medical professionals who have knowledge about concussion
@@Kanhaiyatiwari573To help your brain stabilize neurochemical imbalances, especially following a concussion or any neurological challenge, there are several strategies you can consider: 1. **Rest and Recovery**: Ensure you're getting adequate rest, as this allows your brain to recuperate and initiate natural healing processes. Avoid activities that might overstimulate or strain your brain, especially in the immediate aftermath of injury. 2. **Nutrition**: Maintain a balanced diet rich in nutrients that support brain health, such as omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish like salmon), antioxidants (found in fruits and vegetables), and adequate hydration. Avoid substances like alcohol and caffeine that can disrupt neurotransmitter balance. 3. **Exercise**: Engage in light to moderate exercise as tolerated and recommended by your healthcare provider. Exercise promotes blood flow to the brain, which aids in delivering nutrients and removing metabolic waste products that can contribute to neurochemical imbalances. 4. **Manage Stress**: Chronic stress can impact neurotransmitter levels. Practice stress-reduction techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, deep breathing exercises, or yoga to help regulate stress hormones and promote a balanced neurochemical environment. 5. **Sleep**: Prioritize good sleep hygiene to support brain health. Aim for consistent sleep schedules, create a comfortable sleep environment, and practice relaxation techniques before bed to improve sleep quality. 6. **Medication and Supplements**: Follow your healthcare provider's recommendations regarding medications or supplements that may help stabilize neurotransmitter levels. These should only be taken under medical supervision to ensure safety and effectiveness. 7. **Cognitive Rehabilitation**: Engage in cognitive activities and rehabilitation exercises recommended by a healthcare professional. These exercises can help promote neuroplasticity and improve cognitive function over time. 8. **Follow Medical Advice**: Attend follow-up appointments with your healthcare provider and adhere to their recommendations for monitoring and managing your recovery. They can provide personalized guidance based on your specific condition and symptoms. By taking a holistic approach that includes rest, nutrition, exercise, stress management, and medical guidance, you can support your brain's natural ability to stabilize neurochemical imbalances and promote recovery. Always consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and treatment recommendations tailored to your individual needs.
For anybody wondering, it seems like gentle cardio is really helpful. I also have to do pencil pushups for my eyes eventually, but I have a headache, so am not really interested in working on that, lol But yeah, I rested a few days, but my symptoms have been a few months, so they are suggesting i dial back weight training in favor of longer lighter cardio
You have to be very careful with concussion recovery. Everyone is different and pushing too fast too early can have bad consequences. Getting active fairly early on post-concussion can definitely be beneficial for many (as some studies have shown). Those activities however should be part of a carefully supervised program that never pushes a person too far, too soon. It's far worse (and easy) to over do things than it is to progress at a reasonable pace. Time is still a big factor in recovery. Under no circumstances would I believe that jumping back onto a horse, before a person is fully healed (months to years), is ever a good idea. For one thing, a person's vestibular system (balance) is very often affected. I wonder if this contributed to why she had a second concussion, which is actually not all that uncommon. Also, all the bouncing up and down from trotting, let along jumping is a terrible idea for a brain that has been recently traumatized. Many have written about how even jogging too soon after their concussion set them back many months in their recovery (they were otherwise recovering well). If after a reasonable resting period of time passes, increasing activities does not make a person worse, those activities might be helpful but just be very aware that you are going to be off and certainly not as well coordinated. Also, for many, concussion recovery is non-linear. People tend to have good days/weeks and bad days/weeks. Just because you successfully did an activity last week doesn't mean it's safe to do the next week. This is especially true during the first 6 months (a critical time). You have to monitor this return to activity carefully. This is also exactly why a person stands a much greater chance of getting a 2nd concussion within the first 6 months of their first one. Getting a 2nd concussion (easy to do) before the first is healed is a very bad thing that you can't always take back. It's far, far worse than simply allowing yourself to fully heal from the first one at a reasonable pace. Positive thinking is nice but just feeling like you are taking control and jumping back into random activities without careful supervision is not a good idea. It's almost analogous to thinking that you can run on a broken leg- maybe you'll get a mental boost for a minute but there will be consequences. A concussion/brain trauma is a very real physical and physiological thing. There are a lot of things going on after that injury. It's best not to rush things and push too hard, too soon. How you determine what is too hard and too soon is something that a good concussion specialist can help with.
The issue, and main reason I chose to write is because I believe that a lot of people watching these short video clips will self-treat. They will read the title and get the takeaway that pushing hard early on is good. That is certainly not always the case. People often end up learning the hard way and suffer major setbacks. In some cases, then can cause lasting damage that could have been easily avoided. Getting quality professional guidance early on and easing back into your life at a "safe and reasonable pace," fully supervised by a professional is a sensible approach that seems to work for many.
What I have written above are simply my thoughts and opinions. I am not a medical professional. This in not intended to serve as advice to anyone. Always seek professional assistance when dealing with a concussion. If you have one, I do hope you feel better soon! They are not fun but time and good recovery practices can help a lot!
This is the most responsible comments I read so far about post concussion management. I’ve been experienced concussion for almost three months and seen many professionals in NY area, but none of them tought me anything as valuable as this take.
@@MrMuyu0117 Hi Yu. Thanks for your comment. You are not alone. A concussion is as much a mental injury as it is a physical one. Don't worry though, you will improve over time. You just have to be patient (not easy I know) and try your best to do the right things. By all means, avoid getting another one!
Please do not forget the critically high importance of nutrition during your recovery. Most docs will not mention this except perhaps and integrative health practitioner (who I finally saw.) I benefited from eating a diet rich in healthy (much needed) fats daily like EVOO, Garlic, Red Onion, Walnuts (never peanuts or cashews), Avocado, Fish Oil, MCT Oil, Org. Eggs, Wild Salmon along with plenty of fresh, colorful organic vegetables and plenty of water/lemon water.
If you want to chat with me, shoot me an email anytime. It is listed in my YT Channel page under About.
Cheers!
@@MrMuyu0117 I have been dealing with recovering for the past 6 weeks and your right, this is by far the best written piece of concussion advice I’ve seen literally anywhere. Hope your doing well, I’m from New England and the doctors here haven’t helped much either. All the best!
From America I got a concussion 3 weeks ago I was in a car wreck my adrenaline kicked in after and I had checked on every one in the car and was moving around then fell to the ground I don’t remember blacking out I spent 4 nights in the hospital and was released I’m doing more activities but my job requires me to read a lot and I can’t go more than 2 pages without passing out idk why but everything else I do is fine but my job and I need help with it
@@favl3742 Get a good lawyer now. Also, if it were me, I would go out on "medical disability." If it's a real job, you will still get paid. You have to let yourself rest. When you return, ask HR about what is called a "reasonable accommodation." For example, a role where you might not have to read as much. My mTBI effected my vision too. Check both pupils to see if they are the same size. Mine are not. Your visual cortex is towards the back of your head. You should see an eye doctor too.
Also, you are likely getting "flooded." Your brain simply cannot process as much as it use to. Reading is an energy demanding activity. Right now, your brain is focused on surviving and healing. It cannot and will not spare any extra energy. Like when you have the flu, you don't feel like talking to anyone- same primitive mechanism of self-preservation.
Do you randomly sweat or get tired?
Did you get any imaging?
What are your other symptoms?
I would very randomly get tired- even from working out. Hopefully it does not effect your sleep. Over a long time, most of my symptoms improved. My vision is still not great but it could be worse. I started learning about nutrition, eat very healthy fats that the brain needs. I also hydrate, rest and gave it time.
You might want to see a "Functional Medical" practitioner. That was the only type of doc that helped me. They wanted to give me drugs- I said no way. I did not want side effects. Drugs also usually harm your gut health. Gut health is extremely important. I eat fermented foods daily like Kimchi and Sauerkraut.
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or medical professional and nothing I wrote here is advise of any kind.
Lock yourself in a dark room for 48 hours with no sensory input at all. Repeat if symptoms return. Let’s say you get home at 6 pm. That’s 6 hours until midnight, then sleep 8 hours, stay awake 16 hours until midnight again, sleep another 8 hours.
That’s 6+8+16+8=38
So your Monday is life as usual. Tuesday stuck at home. Wednesday wait 10 more hours after waking up. Do this or find yourself a month later asking why you’re getting worse and not better.
There's an easy way to "recover" from a concussion fast. Get CTE. Please, kids, don't trust anyone who tells you you can cut that time in half.
In the beginning you need rest! With the goal of reaching a level where you can mildly start provoking your symptoms with very specific exercises. With daily practice your symptoms will decrease and you WILL get better. You will not stay like this I promise. Always remember that.
hey man you seem to know your stuff is there anyway i could talk to you more? ive had symptoms for 4 months now
@@ImNeraI don’t know a lot but I know more than I ever wanted to know after getting a concussion myself. Happy to help and share what I have learned and what has helped me make progress towards recovering.
@@Mirici1ok so my friend i am just 14 my mother threw me at a door and my head hit that door and there is bit swelling i am not having headache, just i have became a bit irritating and have anxiety i know that i have a concussion this happened 2 days back what should i do, and i dont have money to buy food that are rich in omega 3
Your reply would be a great help because in my country there are very less medical professionals who have knowledge about concussion
@@Kanhaiyatiwari573To help your brain stabilize neurochemical imbalances, especially following a concussion or any neurological challenge, there are several strategies you can consider:
1. **Rest and Recovery**: Ensure you're getting adequate rest, as this allows your brain to recuperate and initiate natural healing processes. Avoid activities that might overstimulate or strain your brain, especially in the immediate aftermath of injury.
2. **Nutrition**: Maintain a balanced diet rich in nutrients that support brain health, such as omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish like salmon), antioxidants (found in fruits and vegetables), and adequate hydration. Avoid substances like alcohol and caffeine that can disrupt neurotransmitter balance.
3. **Exercise**: Engage in light to moderate exercise as tolerated and recommended by your healthcare provider. Exercise promotes blood flow to the brain, which aids in delivering nutrients and removing metabolic waste products that can contribute to neurochemical imbalances.
4. **Manage Stress**: Chronic stress can impact neurotransmitter levels. Practice stress-reduction techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, deep breathing exercises, or yoga to help regulate stress hormones and promote a balanced neurochemical environment.
5. **Sleep**: Prioritize good sleep hygiene to support brain health. Aim for consistent sleep schedules, create a comfortable sleep environment, and practice relaxation techniques before bed to improve sleep quality.
6. **Medication and Supplements**: Follow your healthcare provider's recommendations regarding medications or supplements that may help stabilize neurotransmitter levels. These should only be taken under medical supervision to ensure safety and effectiveness.
7. **Cognitive Rehabilitation**: Engage in cognitive activities and rehabilitation exercises recommended by a healthcare professional. These exercises can help promote neuroplasticity and improve cognitive function over time.
8. **Follow Medical Advice**: Attend follow-up appointments with your healthcare provider and adhere to their recommendations for monitoring and managing your recovery. They can provide personalized guidance based on your specific condition and symptoms.
By taking a holistic approach that includes rest, nutrition, exercise, stress management, and medical guidance, you can support your brain's natural ability to stabilize neurochemical imbalances and promote recovery. Always consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and treatment recommendations tailored to your individual needs.
Sleeping in a dark room for 4 days is the only thing to help the symptoms. The most boring week ever so far
Damn
how u feelin lately
For anybody wondering, it seems like gentle cardio is really helpful.
I also have to do pencil pushups for my eyes eventually, but I have a headache, so am not really interested in working on that, lol
But yeah, I rested a few days, but my symptoms have been a few months, so they are suggesting i dial back weight training in favor of longer lighter cardio
Have a concussion right now and can’t imagine getting active right away. The light headedness and nausea doesn’t help. All I want to do is sleep.
Great report? What exactly is the therapy?
Returning to activity earlier
Getting active sooner is the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard.
Dumbest thing is the right thing, ironic huh?
I’m dealing with a concussion and it comes back as if it just happened if I barely trip, or walk upstairs and miss a step.