28 Jul Parent’s Role in Prevention of Sports Injury to Head & Neck
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By Dr. Matt Fontaine If parents can learn about the inherent risks of trauma to the head and neck, particularly in contact sports, and preventative measures, they can decrease the likelihood of head and neck trauma.
This information originated from Dr. Kelly Roush who wrote the book Sports Concussion and Neck Trauma: Preventing Injury for Future Generations.The video discusses guidelines for dealing with concussions and more importantly outlines the four major categories of symptoms that can be associated with concussion and head injury.The Signs & Symptoms of a Concussion can be broken down into Four Categories:1. Physical Symptoms- observe your child closely for 24-72 hours post concussion***NOTE*** Avoid aspirin, as it is a blood thinner and increases the risk of a serious brain bleed.
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Sensitivity to light
- Balance problems
- Visual problems
- Vomiting
- Confusion
- Slurred Speech
- Sensitivity to noise
- Fatigue
- Numbness or tingling of the Head, Face, or Hands
2. Cognitive Signs & Symptoms
- Has difficulty concentrating
- Repeats questions
- Answers questions slowly
- Feels mentally in a fog
- Has difficulty remembering
- Is confused about events
- Is forgetful of recent information
To learn more about the 3rd and 4th Category of Signs & Symptoms of Concussion, follow the link below.Attention Parents: Video about what you should know about concussion and head injury!Picture courtesy of ESPN the magazine, article: Concussion test may not be panacea, by Peter Keating