Common
Concussions in sport
A concussion is a type of mild traumatic brain injury that is caused by a direct or indirect hit to the head, body, neck, or face. Concussions can be caused by various mechanisms, is a common injury associated with sports and can affect people of all ages. A concussion is defined as a "complex pathophysiological process affecting the brain, induced by biomechanical forces". A concussion should be suspected in any person who falls or has a hit to their face or their body and has a visible sign/clue that they may have a concussion or experiences any symptoms of concussion. The Concussion Recognition Tool 6 (CRT6) can be used to help non-medically trained people manage sport related concussion on the sideline to ensure that they are directed to the appropriate care. Symptoms of concussion can be felt right away or appear over the first 1–2 days after an accident. If an athlete has a suspected sport-related concussion they should not return to play that day, not be left alone for the first...
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