How long do concussions last? What should you do if you suspect that you’ve suffered a concussion?
Suppose you’ve recently been involved in an accident where you hit your head, and you’re now concerned that you sustained a concussion. In that case, your physical health needs to ensure that your condition is addressed and that you have legal help to ensure that your finances don’t suffer.
Continue reading to learn more about the signs of concussion, the causes of concussion, and what to do if you have suffered a concussion. If you need legal counsel for a brain injury lawsuit, get in touch with Brain Injury Law of Seattle to speak with a brain injury lawyer about your situation.
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TYPES OF CONCUSSIONS
Concussions are the least severe type of traumatic brain injury (TBI). They are caused by blows to the head, which could occur due to a work accident, slipping and falling, physical altercations, bike accidents, sports-related accidents, car accidents, whiplash, and many other causes.
There are three types of concussions, these include:
- Grade 1 concussions: these are considered mild concussions and have symptoms that last less than a quarter of an hour. No loss of consciousness is involved with a grade 1 concussion.
- Grade 2 concussions: these are considered moderate concussions though victims of grade 2 concussions still don’t have any sort of consciousness loss. Symptoms of a grade 2 concussion last more than 15 minutes.
- Grade 3 concussions: these are severe concussions and require immediate medical attention. A victim with a grade 3 concussion will lose consciousness — sometimes for multiple seconds.
HOW TO TREAT A CONCUSSION
What are the best ways to treat a concussion? And how long does it take to recover from a concussion?
While concussion recovery time can vary dramatically based on how severe the injury is, 80% of concussion victims will generally recover between one and two weeks after the injury. If you have concerns due to prolonged recovery time, speak with your primary doctor.
Treatment plans vary depending on the patient, symptoms, and severity of the concussion. In general, the doctor will give concussion victims a plan for recovery that will expedite healing.
POST-CONCUSSIVE SYMPTOMS
Some of the most common symptoms of concussions include:
- Brain fog, confusion, difficulty concentrating
- Headache or migraine
- Sensitivity to sound and light
- Motor skill issues
- Balancing issues
- Speech problems
- Memory issues (including forgetfulness and loss of memory)
- Mood changes (including depression, anxiety, moodiness)
- Chronic fatigue or drowsiness
- Sleeping issues
HOW LONG DOES A CONCUSSION USUALLY LAST
How long do concussion symptoms last?
In general, concussion symptoms will appear within the first week after the injury. These symptoms may persist for up to three months. If they last longer than that, you should make an appointment with your doctor to discuss your concerns.
Ensure that you don’t downplay any of your symptoms and always voice your concerns with your doctor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE SUFFERED A CONCUSSION
If you have recently been victimized by an accident which resulted in a concussion, the first thing that you should do is seek out medical care. Brain injuries can be dangerous and even prove fatal if left untreated, so immediate consultation with a doctor following an accident is significant.
After making sure that your physical health is stable, it’s important to get legal help. Working with an attorney will ensure that your financial state is taken care of. Regardless of the type, Concussions can be very expensive as victims may need extensive medical care and even therapy to recover fully.
Additionally, victims of concussions may also require time off from work, an incident that also financially disables them.
GET IN TOUCH WITH A BRAIN INJURY ATTORNEY TODAY
If you need the help of a qualified attorney that has experience helping victims of concussions, get in touch with Brain Injury Law of Seattle today.
Our founder and lead attorney, Scott Blair, has 25 years of experience working in brain injury law and TBI cases, and he’d be happy to assist you during this difficult time.
Brain injury cases are some of the most complicated, stressful, time-consuming legal situations a victim can face. Rather than take on this battle on your own, get the legal backup and support you need to make this time more manageable.
