Concussions can affect many parts of the body and result in a variety of symptoms. New research indicates that concussions can affect the pituitary gland, and that decreased pituitary function can emerge months or years after a concussion. 1-3 An injury to the head can act like a pituitary gland dimmer switch. The pituitary gland is often called the “Master …
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy–New Hope for Prevention
What is CTE? Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a disease that’s been in the news lately regarding head trauma with NFL players and other athletes. It is a progressive degenerative disease of the brain found in athletes, military veterans, and others with a history of repetitive brain trauma or concussions. Early symptoms include changes in personality, moodiness, depression, confusion, …
New hope for people suffering from whiplash, concussions and head trauma.
Whiplash injuries, concussions, and head trauma from auto accidents and contact sports, can result in a condition called cranio-cervical syndrome. The trauma can cause mis-alignment of the Occiput (base of skull), the Atlas (first neck vertebra) and the Axis (the second neck vertebra). The most common symptoms are pressure headaches, neck pain, vertigo, concentration and memory problems, nausea, loss of …