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Don’t Play Games with Concussion

Don’t Play Games with Concussion: Question 1 True or False? A concussion is considered a brain injury.

Don’t Play Games with Concussion TRUE A concussion is considered a brain injury, which is why it is so important to let a parent or coach know when you’ve sustained a concussion.

Don’t Play Games with Concussion: Question 2 True or False? You have to hit your head in order to sustain a concussion.

Don’t Play Games with Concussion FALSE You do not have to hit your head in order to sustain a concussion. All that is needed is a significant impact to the body that causes the brain to move within the skull.

Don’t Play Games with Concussion: Question 3 True or False? You have to lose consciousness to be diagnosed with a concussion.

Don’t Play Games with Concussion FALSE You DO NOT have to lose consciousness to be diagnosed with a concussion.

Don’t Play Games with Concussion: Question 4 What is the most reported symptom of concussion? A. Headache B. Dizziness C. Blurred or double vision

Don’t Play Games with Concussion A. Headache 71% of people with a concussion reported this symptom

Don’t Play Games with Concussion: Question 5 True or False? Connecticut enacted a Concussion Law in 2010 regarding student athletes.

Don’t Play Games with Concussion TRUE The law mandates: Coaches training Comprehensive education for parents Removal from play following a concussion Medical clearance before return to play

Don’t Play Games with Concussion: Question 6 True or False? A concussion results in metabolic & chemical changes in brain cells that won’t show up on brain imaging

Don’t Play Games with Concussion TRUE A concussion creates a chemical imbalance in your brain that cannot be seen on a CT or MRI but requires rest and time in order for the imbalance to be restored.

Why rest after concussion? ANY activity that increases blood flow to the brain cause symptoms Rest Ø Cognitive Rest Ø Physical Rest Ø Sleeping The same way you would rest a broken ankle you need to rest your brain and allow it to recover. Activities to Avoid • • Video games Driving Movies in theaters Concerts Sports Amusement parks Texting Surfing the internet

How much rest? In the first few days, avoid activities that cause you to use your body or brain Gradually work back up to your normal activity level but pull back if symptoms worsen We’ve learned that avoiding all activities can lead to anxiety and depression, and prolong recovery

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