Sentences with phrase «manage symptoms of a concussion»

The guidelines are aimed at assisting doctors evaluate, monitor and manage symptoms of a concussion or mild traumatic brain injury.

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Thus, the third point in the Concussion Bill of Rights for parents is that the athletic director or administrator, coach, athletic trainer (if there is one) and team doctor have, at the very least, agreed upon and adopted a philosophy for grading and managing concussions before the start of the season which prohibits players who experience concussion signs or symptoms from returning to the same game or practice, and tjhat they use it consistently during the season, regardless of the athlete or circumstances surrounding tConcussion Bill of Rights for parents is that the athletic director or administrator, coach, athletic trainer (if there is one) and team doctor have, at the very least, agreed upon and adopted a philosophy for grading and managing concussions before the start of the season which prohibits players who experience concussion signs or symptoms from returning to the same game or practice, and tjhat they use it consistently during the season, regardless of the athlete or circumstances surrounding tconcussion signs or symptoms from returning to the same game or practice, and tjhat they use it consistently during the season, regardless of the athlete or circumstances surrounding the injury.

The report finds that while some existing studies provide useful information, much remains unknown about the extent of concussions in youth; how to diagnose, manage, and prevent concussions; and the short - and long - term consequences of concussions as well as repetitive head impacts that do not result in concussion symptoms.

The best way to manage head injuries is to ensure coaches and kids play safely and know how to spot the signs and symptoms of concussion.