Athletes who undergo pre-season concussion baseline testing, combined with education
about concussion prevention, symptoms, and treatment, are likely better prepared to deal with the possibility of a concussion injury or the aftermath of one, says sports medicine expert Dr. Hallie Zwibel.
In addition to generously donating toys and blankets for pediatric patients, the students learned
about concussion prevention and toured many areas of the hospital including the Emergency Room, Pediatric Intensive Care unit and the Helipad.
2013 has been a whirlwind of activity for youth sports concussion laws as a handful of remaining states passed legislation, or currently have legislation pending, leading nearly every state in America to have its own laws to educate coaches and parents
about concussion prevention and recognition in youth sports.
«Youth athletes, both at professional and amateur levels, need to be informed
about concussion prevention, identification, and recovery strategies.
Not exact matches
There were a lot of other questions I didn't get a chance to ask (which I will write
about in my next blog as part of a larger discussion of how far we have come in recent years in
concussion prevention, identification and management, and how far we still have to go).
High school athletic associations, injury
prevention organizations, and even professional sports leagues have promoted the implementation of
concussion policies, which typically include removal from play for any athlete suspected of having a
concussion; clearance by a health professional before return to play; and education of athletes, parents, and coaches
about dangers of
concussions.