Concussion in Kids – What You Need to Know
Concussions are common injuries in children and adolescents. Whether it’s from sports, playground accidents, or everyday slips and falls, kids are at risk for a concussion just about anywhere they go!…
Screen Time After a Concussion
Screens are everywhere in our modern lives— on our phones, computers, televisions, and even on our wrists. We rely on them for work, study, social connection, and entertainment.…
What Happens to the Brain When You Get a Concussion?
When you hear the word “concussion,” you might think of a hard hit to the head or someone briefly losing consciousness. But what actually happens inside the brain during this kind of injury?…
Baseline Testing
At Horizon Neuropsychological Services, we believe concussion care should start before an injury happens. That’s where baseline testing comes in. It provides us with a clear picture of how an athlete’s brain functions when they’re healthy, so if they ever sustain a concussion, we have something to compare it to.…
Can You Sleep with a Concussion? Myth vs. Facts
For years, myths have circulated in homes, locker rooms, and even some medical settings regarding sleep after a concussion. Common beliefs include the necessity of waking the individual every few hours during the night or the notion that sleeping after a concussion is dangerous as the person may not wake up.…
