CONCUSSION AND YOUR ATHLETEStacy M. Boone DC, CACCPBoone Family Chiropractic &

Wellness

Concussion: What is it? Type of traumatic brain injury. May be caused by bump or blow to the

head, whether it be directly or indirectly. You don’t have to be “knocked out”.

When the injury occurs the many connections in the brain are stretched and could be broken.

Concussion: How They Occur

When the brain moves rapidly inside the skull, a concussion has technically occurred. This causes delicate neural pathways in the brain can become damaged, causing neurological disturbances.

Concussion: What to look for?

Symptoms Reported

Signs Observed by Parents/Gaurdians

Headache or Pressure

Difficulty Concentrating

Double or Blurry Vision

Shows mood, behavior or personality changes

Balance Problems or Dizziness

Loses Consciousness

Sensitivity to Light/Sound

Moves Clumsily

Nausea or Vomiting ForgetfulFeeling sluggish or hazy

Sleeping problems

Concussion: Long Term Effects Single Concussion

If treated properly and no other injuries occur, there should be no residual effects.

Multiple Concussions With each concussion there is an increase risk

of brain damage, learning disabilities, dementia, chronic headaches, depression, vision problems, severe mood swings, ect.

Concussion: Risk Factors Research suggests that if someone has

already received one concussion, they are 1-2 times more likely to receive a second one.

If they've had two concussions, then a third is 2-4 times more likely.

If they've had three concussions, then they are 3-9 times more likely to receive their fourth concussion.

Concussion: The Facts CDC estimates reveal that 1.6 million to 3.8 million

concussions occur each year 5-10% of athletes will experience a concussion in any

given sport season Fewer than 10% of sport related concussions involve a

Loss of Consciousness (e.g., blacking out, seeing stars, etc.)

Football is the most common sport with concussion risk for males (75% chance for concussion)

Soccer is the most common sport with concussion risk for females (50% chance for concussion)

Concussion: The Facts Estimated 47% of athletes do not report

feeling any symptoms after a concussive blow

Impact speed of a football player tackling a stationary player: 25mph

Impact speed of a soccer ball being headed by a player: 70mph

Concussion: Treatment Rest from everything and observation Chiropractic Care Occupational Therapy (depending on

severity) Physical Therapy Pilates (later in recovery)

Before returning to the sport there are criteria that you will needed to be cleared for by your doctor.

Concussion: Prevention Follow the Coach’s rules!! Make sure to where the proper protective

equipment that fits well!! Practice good sportsmanship. Don’t hide it. Report it.

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