Symptoms of a Concussion

A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury usually caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head, or by sudden deceleration of the head causing movement of the brain within the skull.

This is a serious and potentially life threatening injury that should be evaluated by a trained medical professional.

Signs and symptoms may include any or all of the following to a varying degree;

• Difficulty thinking clearly
• Feeling slowed down
• Difficulty concentrating
• Difficulty remembering new information
• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Balance problems
• Dizziness
• Fuzzy or blurred vision
• Feeling tired
• Sensitivity to noise or light
• Irritability
• Sadness
• Emotional
• Nervousness or anxiety
• Abnormal sleep patterns