A concussion is a type of brain injury that can damage both physical and mental well being. Although concussions usually are caused by a hit to the head, they can also occur when the head and upper body are violently shaken.

Even “minor” concussions can cause long-term health problems, especially when a person has a history of multiple concussions.

Use the free concussion test below to gauge the severity of symptoms related to a concussion. After this test has been completed, a PDF report will be automatically generated and emailed to the recipient.

Avoiding Concussions

In the United States, the leading causes of concussions and brain injuries are:

– Falls (35.2%)
– Motor vehicle-traffic crashes (17.3%)
– Struck by/against events (16.5%)
– Assaults (10%)

Most sports concussions are included in above “Falls” and “Struck by/against” events.

Reduce your chances of concussion and traumatic brain injury:

– wear a helmet in cycling, motorbike, and ATV activities,
– always wear a seatbelt when riding in a moving vehicle
– put a non-skid mat or surface in bathrooms and showers/bathtubs

About Post-Concussion Syndrome

Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) is the persistence of concussion symptoms last beyond the normal course of recovery. The majority of concussion symptoms will resolve within about two weeks, and with proper recovery almost all dissipate within a month. Patients with PCS can experience concussion-like symptoms at rest or in response to too much physical or cognitive activity, often forcing them to withdraw from their usual physical, professional, and social lives.

Females, older adults, and people with a history of multiple concussions have a statistically greater chance of developing PCS.
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