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Exploring the Connection Between Concussions and Neck Pain
After getting a concussion, you might not think much about your neck, but it’s actually quite common to feel neck pain afterward. This neck pain can make your recovery harder and might stick around for a while.
So, why does a head injury like a concussion make your neck hurt too?
Well, when you get a concussion, your brain gets shaken up inside your skull due to a hit or a force. This shaking can cause not only short-term problems like headaches and dizziness but also neck pain.
In this article, we’ll explain why concussions often cause neck pain, when it’s something to be concerned about, and how to get help if you’re experiencing it.
The causes of neck pain after a concussion
A concussion is a type of brain injury that happens when your head and neck go through sudden, forceful movements, like in a car crash or during sports. This can make your brain shift inside your skull, causing one or more impacts.
Sometimes, after a concussion, you might feel pain in your head and neck, which is often called whiplash. This happens when the force makes your head and neck move violently.
Recovering from a concussion depends on how bad it is, but many people who get concussions…
