Health blog Category: Concussion
Signs and Symptoms of Concussions
Most people think that in order to have a concussion you must “black out” or lose consciousness, however this is not as common as people think. There are many other signs and symptoms of a concussion. The key to treating concussions, is being able to identify them early on to avoid further injury to our brains.
Some common symptoms following a brain injury include but are not limited to:
- Headache · Pressure in Head
- Neck Pain · Nausea or Vomiting
- Dizziness · Blurred Vision
- Balance Problems · Sensitivity to Light
- Sensitivity to Noise · Confusion
- Difficulty Remembering
- Fatigue or Low Energy
- Difficulty Concentrating
- Trouble sleeping
- More Emotional
- Irritability
- Sadness
- Nervous or Anxious
If you or your athlete experience any of these symptoms, seek treatment right away.
Read full blogThe Effect of Concussions on Various Systems
Contrary to common belief, concussions can have an effect on multiple systems in the body. The diagram above breaks down the various systems that can be affected by a concussion. One system can drive the other and symptoms can present differently for each individual.
Here is how concussions can affect each system:
Vestibulo-ocular
- Vestibular- Common vestibular complaints include dizziness, nausea, and instability (walking or still).
What to do About a Concussion
Many people think that a concussion only happens in football games or car crashes. But the truth is, all athletes are at just as high a risk for these brain injuries.
So how do you reduce the risk of you or your athletes getting sidelined by a concussion?
What is a Concussion and How Does it Occur?
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that alters the way the brain functions.
Read full blogConcussion Management at LSTC
What is a concussion?
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that alters the way our brain functions. When the brain sustains trauma, it is our body’s natural reaction to respond and in doing so, the body releases chemicals to help in the healing process. These chemical alterations cause a change in the blood flow and metabolic activity surrounding our brain, and are likely the cause of post concussion symptoms. It is important to remember that every concussion is different and our body’s response will be different from others.
Read full blogReducing Negative Impacts of Concussions
Your days have probably gotten a lot busier with the start of school and fall sports season in full swing. But as sports practices ramp up, so does your risk of injury. You may think that a concussion only happens in football games or car crashes. But the truth is, any sports players are at just as high a risk.
What is a Concussion?
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that alters the way your brain functions.
Safely Returning to Play
If you have participated in sports there is a good chance that you, or one of your teammates, have suffered from a concussion.
Concussion research is steadily growing and health clinicians are gaining more insight about the best practices for athletes who have sustained a concussion. While there are various factors to consider, evaluate, and manage, safely returning to sport should be taken seriously by the athlete, coaches, and parents.
Return to play progression:
Return-to-play (RTP) protocols take an athlete from stationary exercise, to full sport-specific execution before returning the field or court.
Concussion Signs, Symptoms and Red Flags
It seems everywhere you turn you see something about concussions and head injuries in the news, sports or media. However, there is still lots of confusion and misunderstanding surrounding concussions. What is a concussion? Why does it happen? What do we do to treat it? Most people believe that a concussion will just get better on its own within 7-10 days like the common cold or flu. Let’s camp out here for a moment.
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that alters the way the brain functions.
