Vertebral artery dissection (VAD) is an uncommon but critical cause of ischemic stroke in young adults. While some cases of VAD are associated with trauma, many occur spontaneously or without clearly identifiable precipitating events. This case report describes a 33-year-old male with a history of migraines and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who presented with worsening left-side headache, neck pain, nausea, and left arm paresthesia. His initial presentation to urgent care…
