Everyone knows how painful concussions can be, but we’re just scratching the surface of how post-concussion symptoms can affect our health long-term. With more children enrolling in sports like football and soccer, it’s important to be aware of the long-term impact of these injuries.

Many sports stars like Jim McMahon, who played quarterback for the Chicago Bears, have started speaking out about the long-lasting effects of continual head trauma. His symptoms and quality of life have made huge strides in the past few years, thanks to the help of a chiropractor.

If you’ve ever had the thought that “a chiropractor couldn’t possibly help my severe post-concussion symptoms,” you’re not alone. Living with the effects of post-concussion symptoms can feel isolating. Fortunately, a qualified Phoenix chiropractor can use his expertise to diagnose your condition and provide treatment that targets your pain so you can get back to your normal life.

The Effects of Post-Concussion Symptoms

Post-concussion symptoms are the side effects that occur long after the primary effects of a concussion have healed. Doctors call this condition ‘Post-Concussion Syndrome’ (PCS). Common symptoms include headaches, dizziness, anxiety, irritability, ringing in the ears, and loss of concentration and memory.

Typically, concussions symptoms should dissipate in a month, at most. Between 5 and 30 percent of people who have concussions go on to develop PCS, which can affect them for the rest of their lives. At this time, doctors don’t know what causes PCS, and why some people develop it when others do not. Known risk factors include a history of previous concussions, advanced age, and a history of mood disorders, learning disorders, or anxiety.

Non-invasive Treatment for Post-Concussion Symptoms

If you’ve been diagnosed with PCS, an upper cervical chiropractor may be able to help treat these painful symptoms. Even a mild misalignment or distortion can have a huge effect on your body.

When you first come in for an appointment, your chiropractor will take x-rays, which will indicate whether there are any vertebrae in misalignment. They may also use a heat-reading instrument, to determine whether any adjustment is necessary. Once your chiropractor has a better sense of your specific needs, he or she will develop a customized treatment plan. This plan will likely involve adjustments and low-force corrections on a regular basis.

These adjustments are gentle, and you should not experience any pain. Using x-rays helps your chiropractor see exactly where the adjustments need to be made, so he or she can precisely target all affected areas. Once the misalignment is corrected, you should experience positive changes in your symptoms very quickly. Many people see results after a single session.

Upper Cervical Chiropractic of Arizona Treats Post-Concussion Symptoms

If you’re looking for a Phoenix chiropractic clinic that can offer you relief from painful post-concussion symptoms, start by doing your research. Ideally, the chiropractor you see should be knowledgeable in the area and have a history of helping patients with similar symptoms.

Dr. Anthony Montoya has years of experience treating patients with severe symptoms, and has been able to help many people with debilitating conditions vastly improve their quality of life.

Contact Dr. Montoya today to get a consultation and see for yourself how his care can make a difference.