Neck Symptoms and Associated Clinical Outcomes in Patients Following Concussion.

Anthony A OyekanShawn EagleAlicia M TrbovichJeremy D ShawMichael SchneiderMichael CollinsJoon Y LeeAnthony P Kontos

Published in: The Journal of head trauma rehabilitation (2023)

Neck pain and stiffness symptoms are common in patients with a concussion following high-energy mechanisms of injury including MVCs or falls from height. These symptoms are associated with prolonged recovery. Providers should evaluate neck symptoms and consider targeted treatment strategies to limit their effects in patients with a concussion.

Keyphrases

sleep quality
mild traumatic brain injury
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
body mass index
depressive symptoms
drug delivery