Another transition. Another year’s closing moments. Another new unknown just hours away. Memories. Thoughts. Plans. My word for 2023: Magic Seek the magic in the everyday. Beauty surrounds. Look for it. Soak it in. Slow down. Catch the sunset as often as possible. Recognize each day. See what the sky says. Set aside life’s difficulties […]
Non-Sports Concussion Treatments and History Compared to Sports and CTE
Throughout one’s life, it’s common to have health issues arise from time to time. While the medical system can be dysfunctional, it’s generally possible to seek and receive care for any particular issue. This is what people expect if they sustain a concussion. The reality is something entirely different. It’s a shock to find that […]
What Do You See?
When you look out on the horizon, what do you see? That’s the question I have for those who are in the midst of a concussion recovery. Perhaps everything is seemingly empty. Maybe you’re thinking: will things not change? Is my current state what my future will be? Is this what my life will be now? […]
7 Must-Have Forms for Concussion Recovery and Treatment
When one sustains a concussion, it can be daunting determining what to do or expect during interactions with the medical community. With that in mind, I’m sharing information about some forms related to concussion treatment and management. During my recovery, I wish I had known about all of them from the start. Some were used by physicians […]
Dodging Monkeywrenches
Yep, life will toss a few zingers your way. The wave photo I’m using made me think of it. If you look at the photo, the wave is fairly tumbled and rough. Turbulent. That’s how life is sometimes. Turbulent. The waves will stretch and their energy will dissipate on the shore. The remnants will roll […]
Concussion Recovery for High School Students: Using Monitor Stands
Most computer labs in high schools, I’m guessing, have multiple monitors and computer stations. I also imagine that the monitors are all the same and are set at the same height for all. This might not work well for a student with a concussion, especially one with neck issues. A monitor at a particular height might […]