Clinical Evaluation and Treatment of Patients with Postconcussion Syndrome

Postconcussion syndrome (PCS) is a complex set of symptoms occurring in a small percentage of patients following concussion. The condition is characterized by headaches, dizziness, cognitive difficulties, somatosensory issues, and a variety of other symptoms with varying durations. There is a lack o...

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Main Author:	Vijay Renga
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Hindawi Limited 2021-01-01
Series:	Neurology Research International
Online Access:	http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/5567695

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spelling	doaj-38254ef7469b4e959f1f6d5d973650672021-06-07T02:13:00ZengHindawi LimitedNeurology Research International2090-18602021-01-01202110.1155/2021/5567695Clinical Evaluation and Treatment of Patients with Postconcussion SyndromeVijay Renga0Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical CenterPostconcussion syndrome (PCS) is a complex set of symptoms occurring in a small percentage of patients following concussion. The condition is characterized by headaches, dizziness, cognitive difficulties, somatosensory issues, and a variety of other symptoms with varying durations. There is a lack of objective markers and standard treatment protocols. With the complexity created by premorbid conditions, psychosomatic issues, secondary gains, and litigations, providers often find themselves in a tough situation in the care of these patients. This article combines literature review and clinical insights with a focus on the underlying pathophysiology of PCS to provide a roadmap for evaluating and treating this condition.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/5567695
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title	Clinical Evaluation and Treatment of Patients with Postconcussion Syndrome
title_short	Clinical Evaluation and Treatment of Patients with Postconcussion Syndrome
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description	Postconcussion syndrome (PCS) is a complex set of symptoms occurring in a small percentage of patients following concussion. The condition is characterized by headaches, dizziness, cognitive difficulties, somatosensory issues, and a variety of other symptoms with varying durations. There is a lack of objective markers and standard treatment protocols. With the complexity created by premorbid conditions, psychosomatic issues, secondary gains, and litigations, providers often find themselves in a tough situation in the care of these patients. This article combines literature review and clinical insights with a focus on the underlying pathophysiology of PCS to provide a roadmap for evaluating and treating this condition.
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Clinical Evaluation and Treatment of Patients with Postconcussion Syndrome

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