Neck Linked to Persistent Post-Concussion Symptoms

Several recent studies have suggested that injury to the neck may be associated with prolonged recovery from concussion. In this study, researchers observed that the addition of conservative care to improve cervical function to the treatment plan of post-concussion syndrome patients improved outcomes. Doctors of chiropractic are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the cervical spine that commonly accompany a concussion. Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy, July 2021