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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

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