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We provide complete assessment for infants, children and teens suffering from a severe head injury, such as a concussion or brain trauma. Our goal is to help your child regain function and quality of life through a comprehensive program.
Your child may be referred to our head injury clinic if:
- Their head injury is complicated.
- Concussion symptoms last more than 2-3 weeks.
- Your child has had a previous head injury.
- Your child has other neurological problems.
Your first appointment to our head injury program will last 2-3 hours. During the visit:
- A medical assistant will assess vital signs and complete a vision screening.
- A speech-language pathologist will conduct a cognitive communication assessment before your child’s medical examination. This assessment will specifically look at aspects of memory and language that are more susceptible to impairments after a head injury.
- A nurse will give a short survey to assess mood changes. The nurse will also teach about nutrition, fluid intake, sleep hygiene and common headache triggers.
- A pediatric neurologist, physiatrist or nurse practitioner will perform a thorough history and neurological exam. Based on the history you provide and the clinical findings, we will recommend a treatment plan that may include medication, imaging or therapies.
