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Concussions By:
Krystal King
What is a Concussion?
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that changes the way the way the brain works.
Concussion Sports
There are a few sports that can cause an athlete to have a concussion which include:
Football
Soccer
Hockey
Basketball
Symptoms
Symptoms of having a concussion can sometimes last for days, weeks or maybe even longer.
Some of the symptoms include:
Blurry vision
Headache
Feeling pressure in the head
Temporary memory loss
Diagnosis
CT scan-help diagnose concussions.
MRI-provides a better image of the brain to doctors.
DTI- Diffusion Tensor Image; provides early evaluation for memory loss issues.
FMRI-Functional Magnetic Resonance Image; helps measure brain activity.
SPECT- Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography; helps doctors analyze the function of internal organs.
Treatment
The treatment process is the most important process after being diagnosed with a concussion. The types of treatment vary, it is most important to rest physically and mentally.
For headaches , athletes can take medicine like Tylenol.
Return to play protocol
MRI
CT scan
DTI