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Post-Concussion Syndrome treatment, recovery, and more.

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Key Takeaways

  • PCS (Post-Concussion Syndrome), also known as persistent post-concussion symptoms (PPCS), are concussion symptoms lasting longer than expected recovery.  
  • With the right care, PCS often improves over time and most people fully recover.

Medically reviewed by Chris Nowinski, PhD
Co-founder and CEO, Concussion & CTE Foundation

What is Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS)?

Concussion symptoms don't always go away immediately. Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) is the persistence of concussion symptoms beyond the normal course of recovery. Symptoms can be grouped into four different categories:
  • Cognitive
  • Sleep
  • Mood/Behavioral
  • Physical
The Concussion & CTE Foundation® has a library of PCS resources to help you on this journey, including access to PCS support groups, help with PCS treatment, and a variety of other PCS support channels.

LEARN MORE ABOUT PCS

PCS resources

Coping with PCS

Living with PCS can be hard. Find out how to cope with persistent post-concussion symptoms from medical experts and others who have experienced PCS.

Coping with PCS
PCS resources

PCS Treatments

PCS may not go away immediately, but it almost always will with time. Check out the treatment options that may work for your symptoms.

PCS Treatments
PCS resources

Caregiving for PCS

Being a caregiver is hard; especially when the injury is invisible. Learn what experts and experienced caregivers suggest for those who are caregiving for a loved one with PCS.

Caregiving for PCS

Concussion Guidebook for Patients & Caregivers

If you or a loved one recently experienced a concussion, or have lingering concussion symptoms, our Concussion Guidebook for Patients & Caregivers provides practical information and resources to help you on the journey to recovery.

This essential guidebook is packed with resources to help you navigate the complexities and nuances of concussion recovery.

Complete the form to access more than 80 pages of practical information and resources that you can download and return to whenever needed.

Download our Concussion Guidebook for Patients & Caregivers

Are you or someone you love living with persistent post-concussion symptoms? Our guidebook can help.

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