This blog post sheds light on vestibular changes experienced post-concussion. We discuss why it occurs, other symptoms it could manifest as, medications and supplements, and tips for management.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic we have all spent much more time looking at screens than ever before. Though we do not know definitively what the fall semester will look like, we know that it will likely involve more screen time! This is concerning to many parents. Mindfully considering how much time our kids are using screens is so important. Though in most scenarios, we cannot change school requirements, we can feel empowered to help our kids use screens with certain guidelines.
There is a great article from HealthyChildren.org (Screen time and eye health) that offers parents some useful tips for screen time. A brief summary of their recommendations is found here.
For additional information specific to screen time during a concussion, check out our blog here: Screen time during concussion.
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This blog post sheds light on vestibular changes experienced post-concussion. We discuss why it occurs, other symptoms it could manifest as, medications and supplements, and tips for management.
This blog post sheds light on very common eye symptoms experienced post-concussion. We discuss why they occur, other symptoms they could manifest as, medications and supplements, and tips for management.
This blog post sheds light on the very common post-concussion symptom of headache. We discuss why it occurs, other symptoms it could manifest as, medications and supplements, and tips for management.
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COVID-19 has changed almost all aspects of our lives. For kids, one area that has been changed, is returning to sports participation. Please read below to find out how we determine when and if a child is safe to return to these activities.