Condition
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Our care for symptoms due to Post-Concussion Syndrome
What you should know about Post-Concussion Syndrome
Post-concussion syndrome, often shortened to PCS, refers to symptoms that continue for weeks or months after a concussion or other head injury. These symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, memory problems, difficulty concentrating, brain fog, sleep problems, sensitivity to light or sound and mood changes.
For some people, these symptoms persist for many months or even longer. This can affect work, study, exercise, family life and social activities. Amsterdam Brain Center provides specialist care for people who continue to experience symptoms long after their concussion.
How we treat Post-Concussion Syndrome
Persistent symptoms after concussion may be related to changes in the way the nervous system processes information and regulates functions such as balance, eye movements, sensory input, concentration, sleep and autonomic responses.
At Amsterdam Brain Center, we start with a Functional Neurological Examination to assess which neurological functions may be involved in your symptoms. If treatment is recommended, we create a personalised treatment plan based on your symptoms, examination findings and goals.
During the intensive treatment week, we use a combination of non-invasive therapies and exercises. The aim is to support nervous system function, improve tolerance to sensory input and help you return to daily activities where possible.
Your road to recovery
One week of intensive treatment
Step 1
The Functional Neurological Examination (FNE)
You share your symptoms with us, prompting us to ask relevant questions and conduct a thorough Neurological Examination. This process allows us to assess whether our treatment is well-suited to your needs.
Step 2
Advanced Machine Testing (quantification)
Based on Step 1, we determine what tests are necessary to quantify the underlying cause of the symptoms. To do this, we use a range of computer-controlled equipment.
Step 3
Rehabilitation week (in 5 days)
We address the problems. Through an individual program specifically tailored to your problems, we bring back function during an intensive week of treatment.
Step 4
Aftercare
After the 5-day intensive treatment week, we will give you homework assignments. These are exercises that further promote your recovery. We are happy to keep an eye on these developments with you.
What does ABC expect from you?
Our treatment for post-concussion syndrome is offered as an intensive one-week programme. During this week, you attend the clinic daily and take part in a structured combination of assessments, therapies and exercises.
This intensive format allows us to monitor your response closely and adjust the treatment where needed. For this reason, the programme is not offered in separate phases.
If you start treatment with us, we ask you to reserve the full treatment week and actively participate in the programme. We will explain beforehand what this involves, so you know what to expect.
We understand that you may still have questions after reading the information on our website.
For further details, kindly contact our clinic. You will be connected with one of our dedicated assistants.