Pattern
When symptoms feel different after impact
Concussion pattern symptoms can follow a collision, a tackle, a fall, or a blow to the head. Some people feel dizzy or unsteady. Others feel pressure in the head, sensitivity to light, or difficulty concentrating. Many notice that screens, driving, noise, or busy environments make symptoms worse.
Symptom clusters
These are common patterns people report. Your exam clarifies which ones matter and what they mean.
- Headache or head pressure that feels new or different
- Dizziness, imbalance, or feeling unsteady when walking
- Nausea or queasiness with motion or screens
- Light sensitivity or noise sensitivity that was not typical before
- Blurred vision or trouble focusing the eyes
- Feeling slowed down, foggy, or mentally drained
- Difficulty concentrating, reading, or following conversations
- Irritability, anxiety, or mood changes after the event
- Sleep changes, including trouble falling asleep or waking often
- Symptoms that worsen with driving, quick head turns, or exertion
Plan
The right protocol
We assess balance, coordination, eye tracking, and symptom behavior with controlled testing. If the presentation suggests a higher risk problem or a situation that needs imaging, emergency evaluation, or specialist care, we coordinate escalation promptly.
If symptoms are appropriate for outpatient management, the plan starts with practical guardrails for sleep, screens, driving, and return to activity.