Even One Concussion Can Lead to Brain Damage: New Research Reveals

There Are No “Mild“ Brain Injuries Further evidence of brain changes after concussion and that the term “mild” should never be used in connection with brain injury were found in a study published in the March 2013 issue of the Journal Radiology. In the study, NYU medical school researchers measured changes in global and regional brain volume over a one year period in 30 patients with “mild” traumatic brain injuries and typical post-injury symptoms including anxiety, depression [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2021-04-28T17:48:48+00:00June 12th, 2019|

What is Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS)?

Post-Concussion Syndrome According to the Mayo Clinic, a Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury, usually occurring after a blow to the head. Loss of consciousness isn't required for a diagnosis of concussion or post-concussion syndrome. In fact, the risk of post-concussion syndrome doesn't appear to be associated with the severity of the initial injury. In most people, post-concussion syndrome symptoms occur within the first seven to 10 days and go away within three months, [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2021-11-04T16:39:00+00:00May 28th, 2019|

How Concussion Impact a Person’s Life

When most people hear the term concussion, they usually think about hitting the head. While that is a part of what happens, one may not realize that the damage also occurs to the bones in the neck. The C1 and C2 vertebrae are particularly susceptible to damage because of their range of motion. If either of these bones moves out of place, it may impact the function of the nervous system by placing undue pressure [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2017-03-01T21:59:53+00:00February 26th, 2017|

The Negative Impact of Concussions in Chicago, IL

A concussion may occur due to whiplash. Whiplash is described as a sudden impact that causes the head to move back and forth (or side to side) like the cracking of a whip. A concussion can lead to serious health problems later in life if it is not cared for properly. It is not necessary for one to lose consciousness in order to be diagnosed with a concussion. A concussion is actually a mild traumatic [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2016-12-24T17:11:51+00:00December 24th, 2016|

How Head and Neck Trauma Can Lead to Post-Concussion Syndrome

It may be surprising to learn, but approximately 2 million Americans suffer a head injury annually. The majority of these are regarded as minor. If the injury produces a certain number of symptoms, then medical doctors will generally diagnose it as post-concussion syndrome. However, it is vital to realize that even if a person did not have major trauma, they could still be affected by the minor injury sustained. Just because there was no blood, [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2021-04-06T04:47:49+00:00August 19th, 2016|

The Dangers of Parkinson’s Disease and Athletics – Pt 1

Parkinson's Disease Three former athletes who now suffer from Parkinson's Disease include NHL Hall of Famer Forrest Gregg, heavyweight champion Muhammed Ali, and NBA great Brian Grant. Each of these men suffered from repeated head and neck traumas that eventually resulted in Parkinson's Disease. While many people know what this debilitating disease is, they may not know exactly what is happening to the person who suffers from it. It's a chronic and degenerative neurological disorder [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2018-10-24T05:13:22+00:00August 24th, 2015|

Post Concussion Syndrome and PTSD in Chicago Illinois

PTSD linked with Post-Concussion Syndrome In February 2012, doctors from the Department of rehabilitative medicine at the University of Washington reported on a study of 239 people who have suffered mild traumatic brain injuries, also known as concussions. After 6 months, 17% of them had developed the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Rates of PTSD in civilian MTBI in this study are consistent with prior research. Concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury, usually [Read More]

NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago2016-10-15T02:11:37+00:00August 4th, 2014|