Concussion Care
Available at Livermore, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Brentwood, and Manteca
Whether caused by a sports collision, auto accident, or a slip-and-fall, concussions strike quickly—yet their symptoms may persist far beyond the initial event. A concussion is a form of brain injury that results when rapid movement or impact causes the brain to move forcefully within the skull.
Sports injuries account for many cases, especially in contact sports like football, hockey, and soccer, but falls, vehicle collisions, and other accidents also cause these injuries. Estimates suggest that over 3 million concussions occur annually in the U.S., with many cases remaining undocumented.
What Your Body Is Telling You
Symptoms after a concussion don’t always appear right away; they can emerge gradually, differing in intensity for each person. You might experience:
- Persistent headaches
- Dizziness or balance problems
- Nausea or vomiting
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Memory gaps
- Trouble concentrating or thinking clearly
These symptoms disrupt your work, your relationships, and your quality of life. Simple tasks become exhausting. Chiropractic care can address the root causes, particularly the cervical spine issues that often accompany head injuries.
Timing Your Chiropractic Visit
Before seeking chiropractic care, it’s essential to have a complete medical evaluation to ensure there are no serious complications, such as internal bleeding. Emergency care comes first, always.
However, if your symptoms persist for several weeks after the injury and your doctor has cleared you for activity beyond rest, chiropractic can become a valuable part of your recovery. Many patients find that once the acute danger has passed, ongoing symptoms respond well to spinal care.
The Neck Connection You Need to Know
Your cervical spine regulates communication between your brain and the rest of your body. If the neck becomes misaligned after a concussion, which happens frequently, it can interfere with the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, which nourishes your brain and removes waste products.
Block that pathway, and you create additional dysfunction that worsens post-concussion symptoms. That’s why getting your neck evaluated by a chiropractor after a head injury makes sense, even if it wasn’t the primary impact site.
How We Tailor Treatment to Your Recovery
Every concussion patient receives individualized care at Alexander Chiropractic and Wellness. We customize spinal treatments based on your condition, using either hands-on methods or instrument-assisted techniques, depending on your comfort and response. We adapt our methods to what your body needs and can tolerate. Bringing medical records, imaging results, or X-rays helps us design the most effective plan for your specific situation.
While you’re recovering, you deserve care that accelerates healing rather than just managing symptoms. The goal is getting you back to a normal life, not just coping with limitations.
Begin Your Recovery Today
Post-concussion symptoms don’t have to control your life for months on end. Chiropractic care offers a natural approach that works with your body’s healing mechanisms to reduce symptoms and restore function.
Our practice has helped countless patients move past their concussions and reclaim their active lifestyles. You don’t have to keep enduring symptoms; schedule a consultation today!
