Headaches and/or Head Injuries in an Automobile Accident
The most common diagnosis for a patient who suffered an auto accident is whiplash. However, drivers or passengers involved in car accident increasingly experience headaches days after the incident. To rule out concussion issues, these individuals who experienced a hard blow in the head are encouraged to check with their trusted local physical therapist for a comprehensive evaluation. It is important that concussions are diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. Early intervention can make a difference in the recovery time.
Headache is sometimes felt days after the car accident occurs. Head injury symptoms includes:
- A headache, which is usually at the base of skull
- Blurry vision,
- Difficulty sleeping
- Difficulty concentrating or loss of concentration
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Loss of memory and/orRinging in the ears
- Ringing in the ears
The most vital part of recovery from a concussion is rest and regulating activities that require mental concentration. It is important to let your brain rest, regain, and recover from the injury and only go back to normal activities when your physical therapist or doctor approves.
Call our Columbia MD physical therapy office at (410) 884-0000 to speak to our highly qualified physical therapist and to learn more about how to treat headaches caused by car accidents.