A concussion is a very serious injury and is one that should be treated as such. In terms of treatment, a chiropractor can help you out a great deal. Here are three ways that a chiropractor can help treat you after a concussion:

Realign the Cervical Spine 

A concussion is often caused by a direct or indirect blow to the head. This can often cause your cervical spine to come out of alignment because your cervical spine begins at the base of your skull. A chiropractor can help to realign your cervical spine by carefully applying pressure in the areas where your spine is no longer aligned. This can help to reduce the pain and headaches caused by a concussion, and can also help to decrease the risk of tweaking your spine and causing further injuries. While this likely can't be completed in a single visit, over the course of a few visits, you can begin to feel like yourself once again. 

Discuss Post-Concussion Care 

It is important that you are properly cared for after receiving a concussion. However, you may not be exactly sure what this entails. A chiropractor will give you a thorough examination that involves looking for symptoms of a concussion and diagnosing exactly what areas of your head, neck, and spine were affected. At this point they will let you know what kind of care they will give you, as well as what you need to do in order to care for yourself. You will likely be told to not drive or otherwise operate any kind of vehicle, due to the side effects of blurred vision and headaches. There are also certain medications that should not be taken after having a concussion, such as aspirin and sleep aids. Listening to your chiropractor will help to keep you safe, and allow you to have a full recovery. 

Lead You to Further Care 

When it comes to recovering and fully healing from a concussion, it is likely necessary for you to see more than one medical professional. Your chiropractor will perform their part in helping your recovery, but he or she may also recommend that you see other professionals as well. They may recommend physical therapy to regain full mobility, neurological care to see if there are any issues with the nerves in your brain stem, or some other form of concussion treatment. This allows you to receive the exact treatment that you need, thus leading to a full recovery.