Conditions
Headaches After Impact
How Q Factor evaluates and treats this after a collision, fall, or workplace injury.
Quick answer
What is it?
Headaches after impact usually come from the neck, from muscle tension, or from the head striking something. The provider evaluates which it is and refers to neurology when symptoms suggest a concussion.
Understanding the injury
What to expect.
Symptoms from this type of injury can begin at the scene or show up days later. Evaluation comes before any hands on care.
Neck related headaches
Pain starting at the base of the skull and wrapping forward. Often improves as the neck improves.
When it may be more
Confusion, nausea, sensitivity to light, or memory problems point toward concussion evaluation through SpineLUX neurology.
What care looks like
Gentle cervical work, soft tissue release, and a plan that is adjusted as headaches change.
Care may include
- Examination
- Digital x ray when indicated
- Adjustments
- Rehabilitation, in office or telehealth
- Referral to pain management, orthopedics, or neurology through the LUX network when needed
Related symptoms
- Headache starting at the base of the skull
- Pain behind the eyes
- Sensitivity to light or noise
- Nausea
- Trouble concentrating
Specific services, candidacy, and recommendations are determined after clinical evaluation. Availability may vary by location.
Emergency symptoms? Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Q Factor is not an emergency service.
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