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A concussion is a mild form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. A concussion can also be caused by violent movement or jarring of the head or neck.
Did you know that loss of consciousness is thought to occur in less than 10% of concussions.
In the US, athletes suffer from roughly 300,000 concussions every year.
A concussion is a mild form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. A concussion can also be caused by violent movement or jarring of the head or neck.
Purpose
This blog explores the issues, legislation and polices sourrounding concussions, specifically reguarding helmet to helmet collisions in the NFL. Within this blog you can view videos, post comments, gain knowledge and further your education on these serious injuries.
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FACTS
• Young children and teens are more likely to get a concussion and can take longer to recover than adults.
• Recognizing and responding properly to concussions when they first occur can help prevent further injury or even death.
• Athletes who have had a concussion, at any point in their lives, have a greater chance of getting another concussion.
These are just a couple of the facts listed on The National Center for Injury Prevention Control's website, click the did you know banner below to learn more.