Concussion

A concussion is caused by a blow or jolt to the neck or head that shakes the brain. It often results in a temporary loss of consciousness that can be brief or prolonged. Symptoms may persist after the concussion. These symptoms vary in severity.

Things to consider

  • Severity
  • Amount of time spent unconscious
  • Number of concussions
  • Long-term neurological complications
  • Occupation
  • Participation in high-risk sports

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What response can you expect?

Minor concussion, no neurological deficit, full recoverystandard
Concussion with post-concussion syndrome (symptoms that persist longer than usual)
  • Within 6 months of the concussion:
declined
  • More than 6 months following the concussion, full recovery:
standard
Serious concussion (fractured skull, hemorrhage or loss of consciousness lasting more than 6 hours)
  • No residual neurological deficit:
    • Within 1 year of the concussion:
declined
    • More than 1 year following the concussion:
standard
  • With neurological deficit:
standard, rated or declined