For patients

What happens after a head injury, step by step

What to watch for, how to prepare for testing, how to read the report you get back, and what monitoring actually involves once you enroll.

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Know the signs

What to look for after a head injury

Concussion symptoms fall into four groups. They do not all appear at once, and some surface days after the injury itself.

Physical

Headache, dizziness, nausea, blurry vision, sensitivity to light and sound, balance problems, fatigue.

Cognitive

Confusion, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, slowed reaction times, slurred speech.

Emotional

Irritability, sadness, anxiety, emotional sensitivity, difficulty controlling emotions.

Sleep

Trouble falling asleep, sleeping too much, difficulty staying asleep.

How concussion testing works Enroll in monitoring At-home collection help

Your report review

Why a comprehensive review matters

Understanding your report

Our team walks through your medical report in full, so you understand the findings and what they mean for your recovery — not just the summary line.

A care plan built for you

We develop a plan around your specific needs and goals, including recommendations for monitoring and treatment.

Support that continues

You get ongoing access to our team for questions and concerns as your recovery progresses.

Before you come in

Preparing for your testing appointment

Walk in or schedule your test
Our care team will reach out to confirm the address and time for your appointment.
Write your questions down
Note any questions or concerns about your health and recovery beforehand — post-injury it is genuinely harder to recall them on the spot.
Allow about 30 minutes
That covers the testing itself plus paperwork. You do not need to prepare anything else.

During the program

What monitoring actually involves

Regular check-ins

Scheduled contact with our team to review your progress and address concerns.

Symptom tracking

Tools and support to track your symptoms and spot changes in your health as they happen.

Customized support

Tailored guidance, resources and referrals as your recovery needs shift.

Goal setting

We set realistic goals together and build a plan to reach them.

Questions

What patients ask us most

What if I don't have a report yet?

That is not a problem — we can help you obtain one. Contact us and our care team will walk you through getting tested.

How long does the monitoring program last?

The duration depends on your individual needs and recovery. We will discuss the expected timeline with you during your report review.

What if I'm not sure I need monitoring?

It is always best to talk it through with someone who reads these reports daily. We offer a consultation to discuss your situation with no obligation to enroll.

How long is the testing appointment?

Plan for about 30 minutes, which covers the test itself and the paperwork.

References

Every figure on this page traces to a source below, so the claims can be checked rather than taken on trust.

1.Systematic review and meta-analysis. Predictors of major depression and post-traumatic stress disorder following traumatic brain injury. Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences.
2.Longitudinal cohort study. Psychometric evaluation of anxiety, depression, and sleep quality after a mild traumatic brain injury. Behavioural Neurology.
3.TRACK-TBI investigators. Prevalence of and risk factors for post-traumatic headache in civilian patients after mild traumatic brain injury. Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
4.Powell JM, Ferraro JV, Dikmen SS, Temkin NR, Bell KR. Accuracy of mild traumatic brain injury diagnosis. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2008;89(8):1550–1555.

This page is educational and is not medical advice. Prevalence figures are presented as the source reports them, including confidence intervals and ranges; a single number would imply more precision than the evidence supports.

Get started with remote monitoring

Enroll online, or call our care team if you would rather talk it through with a person first.

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