{"id":1726,"date":"2022-05-05T12:23:03","date_gmt":"2022-05-05T16:23:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/physioex.impulsionmedia.com\/?post_type=condition&p=1726"},"modified":"2026-03-03T23:10:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T04:10:50","slug":"concussions","status":"publish","type":"condition","link":"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/en\/condition\/concussions\/","title":{"rendered":"Concussions"},"content":{"rendered":"

What is a concussion?<\/h2>\n

A concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), is a brain injury that can be caused by a direct blow to the head or an indirect impact to the body. If the force is strong enough to move the brain, it can cause it to hit the inside of the skull. For example, falling from a second floor or spending a few minutes too long on a mechanical bull can result in a concussion.<\/p>\n

A concussion is the most common type of traumatic brain injury in both adults and children. In Quebec, over 45,000 people visited the emergency room or a clinic for this diagnosis in 2019, according to the Quebec Ministry of Health and Social Services<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What are the signs of a concussion?<\/h2>\n

Concussion symptoms can vary widely. The most common include:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Headaches<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Dizziness<\/li>\n
  3. Trouble concentrating<\/li>\n
  4. Disorientation<\/li>\n
  5. Blurry vision<\/li>\n
  6. Sensitivity to light or noise<\/li>\n
  7. Severe fatigue<\/li>\n
  8. Nausea<\/li>\n
  9. Memory loss<\/li>\n
  10. Loss of consciousness (possible but rare, occurring in only 5 to 9% of cases)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The key thing to remember is that symptoms should improve with time. If you notice worsening alertness, significant confusion, repeated vomiting or difficulty walking, seek emergency care as soon as possible.
    \n     Book an appointment <\/a><\/p>\n

    How long does it take to recover from a concussion?<\/h2>\n

    The duration of symptoms varies from person to person. Some recover in a few days, while others take several weeks or even months. For a first concussion, symptoms usually improve within the first month. However, a history of concussions or other health issues may slow recovery.<\/p>\n

    If symptoms last more than three months, it is considered post-concussion syndrome, which can involve a wide range of persistent symptoms. A second concussion too soon after the first, known as second impact syndrome, can have serious consequences even if the second impact seems mild. That\u2019s why athletes are always removed from play immediately after a suspected concussion.<\/p>\n

    To learn more, check out our article: What to do after a concussion<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":10391,"template":"","class_list":["post-1726","condition","type-condition","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nConcussions: Causes, Relief & Treatment | PhysioExtra<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A concussion, or mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), can cause headaches, fatigue, and dizziness. 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