18 min
Episode 3: Concussions in Sport Play Healthy KC
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- Health & Fitness
Concussions can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body, or when an athlete simply trips or falls to the ground during a game. According to Brian Harvey, DO from the Sports Medicine Center at Children's Mercy, the first step for any athlete with a suspected concussion should be immediate removal from play for the remainder of the day, and until cleared by a medical professional. Recognizing the symptoms of concussion can help protect your student-athlete from further complications. Here is more information about concussions - the symptoms, treatments and return to play protocols.
#PlayHealthyKC
Concussions can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body, or when an athlete simply trips or falls to the ground during a game. According to Brian Harvey, DO from the Sports Medicine Center at Children's Mercy, the first step for any athlete with a suspected concussion should be immediate removal from play for the remainder of the day, and until cleared by a medical professional. Recognizing the symptoms of concussion can help protect your student-athlete from further complications. Here is more information about concussions - the symptoms, treatments and return to play protocols.
#PlayHealthyKC
18 min