The Overlooked Side of Concussions
When most people hear “concussion,” they think about brain trauma alone. But what many patients and doctors miss is that a concussion often involves neck ligament damage as well. The violent forces that cause the head to whip or strike also overstretch the ligaments of the cervical spine. This results in ligament instability and ligament laxity problems that don’t heal properly if they remain undiagnosed.
Patients with post-concussion syndrome frequently report symptoms that overlap with cervical ligament injuries, such as dizziness, headaches, brain fog, and visual disturbances. Yet, if only brain scans are performed, the real problem in the cervical spine may go untreated.
Why Standard Imaging Misses the Damage
Conventional imaging methods like CT scans and MRI focus primarily on structural injuries to the brain or static bone alignment in the neck. They cannot show how vertebrae shift abnormally when ligaments are weak. That’s why many patients are told, “Everything looks fine,” even when they’re struggling with severe, persistent symptoms.
The missing link in diagnosis is dynamic imaging. Ligament laxity does not show up when the patient is still it only reveals itself when the neck moves.
How Digital Motion X-Ray Identifies Instability
Digital Motion X-Ray (DMX) fills this gap by capturing real-time X-ray video of the cervical spine while it moves through different ranges of motion. This advanced imaging makes it possible to detect:
- Abnormal translation of vertebrae
- Excessive gapping between spinal joints
- Misalignment during flexion, extension, or rotation
By pinpointing these abnormal movements, DMX provides undeniable evidence of ligament damage and instability that is often the root cause of ongoing post-concussion symptoms.
Symptoms of Post-Concussion Ligament Damage
Patients with ligament instability after concussion may experience:
- Chronic headaches and migraines
- Dizziness and balance problems
- Blurred or double vision
- Ringing in the ears
- Cognitive issues like memory problems or difficulty focusing
- Neck stiffness and pain
Because these symptoms mimic brain-only injury, many patients are misdiagnosed. DMX reveals when cervical ligaments are the hidden source of dysfunction.
Why Patients Travel to Miami for DMX
Our Miami clinic is among the few centers offering Digital Motion X-Ray for concussion-related ligament injuries. Patients come not only from Florida but also from across the United States and Central and South America including Colombia, Argentina, Chile, and Mexico seeking answers that standard tests have failed to provide.
Our bilingual team ensures every patient, whether English- or Spanish-speaking, receives the clear communication and compassionate care they deserve. This accessibility allows international patients to receive world-class diagnostics in Miami without language barriers.
A Path to Recovery
Once instability is documented through DMX, patients can finally pursue treatments tailored to restoring spinal stability whether through specialized rehabilitation, regenerative therapies, or corrective chiropractic care. Without DMX, many would continue struggling without an accurate diagnosis.
If you or a loved one continues to suffer from post-concussion symptoms, it may not just be the brain. Digital Motion X-Ray in Miami can uncover hidden cervical ligament damage and provide the missing link to recovery.
Call 305-275-7475 or book your appointment online
Dr. Rodolfo Alfonso, D.C.
Dr. Mark N. Berry, D.C.
Sunset Chiropractic and Wellness
8585 Sunset Dr. STE 102
Miami, Florida 33143
305-275-7475
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