Concussion Resources
Concussions:
Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) brought on by a blow to the head or a hit to the body in which the head and brain moves rapidly back and forth. Athletes who experience a hard blow to the head or a forceful collision should be assessed for a concussion.
Concussion Symptoms:
Headaches, nausea, dizziness, blurred or double vision, sensitivity to light, sensitivity to noise, feeling foggy, confusion, or not "feeling right", loss of consciousness, mood or personality changes. If an athlete experiences a forceful collision or blow to the head and is exhibiting any concussion symptoms, they should be removed from play until cleared by a health care provider.
Athletes exhibiting symptoms:
An athlete with, or suspected of having a concussion needs to be seen by a medical provider. A medical provider can provide neuropsychological tests to assess brain function, and may do a CT scan to rule out more serious brain injuries. Your medical provider should also provide you with written instructions on concussion care, and steps for the athlete's return to play.
After sustaining a concussion, athletes must gradually return to exercise while keeping an eye out for concussion-like symptoms. Returning to play too soon can result in repeat concussions.
US Lacrosse and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have developed educational resources regarding concussions. These resources, titled Heads Up, contain practical, easy-to-use information designed to help reduce the numbers of this type of injury.
Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) brought on by a blow to the head or a hit to the body in which the head and brain moves rapidly back and forth. Athletes who experience a hard blow to the head or a forceful collision should be assessed for a concussion.
Concussion Symptoms:
Headaches, nausea, dizziness, blurred or double vision, sensitivity to light, sensitivity to noise, feeling foggy, confusion, or not "feeling right", loss of consciousness, mood or personality changes. If an athlete experiences a forceful collision or blow to the head and is exhibiting any concussion symptoms, they should be removed from play until cleared by a health care provider.
Athletes exhibiting symptoms:
An athlete with, or suspected of having a concussion needs to be seen by a medical provider. A medical provider can provide neuropsychological tests to assess brain function, and may do a CT scan to rule out more serious brain injuries. Your medical provider should also provide you with written instructions on concussion care, and steps for the athlete's return to play.
After sustaining a concussion, athletes must gradually return to exercise while keeping an eye out for concussion-like symptoms. Returning to play too soon can result in repeat concussions.
US Lacrosse and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have developed educational resources regarding concussions. These resources, titled Heads Up, contain practical, easy-to-use information designed to help reduce the numbers of this type of injury.
