Concussion & TBI
San Diego Concussion Doctors: What a Real Evaluation Looks Like
March 10, 20251 min readDr. Alexis Jahangiri, DC
Last updated August 28, 2026
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The Problem with Standard Concussion Testing
"Gold Standard" Testing for concussion looks something like this: "Looks like you might have a concussion" "Maybe sit out for a couple of weeks then you should be good" In some rare cases "progressive" physicians will run an impact test which some can pass even though they are still suffering from a concussion.What Your Concussion Doctor Should Actually Test
Comprehensive Concussion Evaluation
What should your doctor test when you've potentially had a concussion?- Vitals (Heart, Lungs, etc)
- Neurological Exam (Balance, eye movements, coordination, etc.)
- Blood, Saliva, Stool, Genetic, and other lab tests (Thyroid, Blood Sugar, Inflammation, etc.)
- EEG (Brain Scan)
- Tissue and Biomechanics Assessment (muscle, joints, fascia, etc.)
Why a Full Exam Matters for Brain Injury Recovery
Why is it important that your physician knows how to look at all of the tests listed above? Because all of those things impact and integrate with how healthy your brain is. If you leave out tests you may never heal as a result. Getting a full exam with a custom tailored treatment plan is the quickest route to healing from a brain injury.Find a Concussion Specialist in San Diego
Don't be shy to message or call us. We want to be an open resource for people who are ready to get help. Learn how our team of specialists approaches concussion care, or read about Mak's concussion treatment success story. Schedule a free consultation with our San Diego concussion doctors today.Not sure what is driving your symptoms?
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