Concussions in Youth

Sports
http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/
headsup/youth.html

http://www.littleleague.org/learn/
programs/childprotection/
concussions.htm


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A concussion is a type of Traumatic
Brain Injury or TBI, caused by a bump,
blow, or jolt to the head.
WHOS AFFECTED?
-45 million American youth par-
ticipate in organized sports
-Ages 5-18 account for 65% of
all sports related TBIs
-53.4% of head injuries in children 10-14
& 42.9% of head injuries, ages 15-19
were sport related
-Sports with the highest rates of re-
ported concussions:
Males- Football, Ice Hockey, La-
crosse, Wrestling, and Soccer
Females- Soccer, Lacrosse, and
Basketball
Rates appear higher for youths with a
history of prior concussions among
female athletes

Symptoms
Thinking/Remebering
Difficulty thinking clearly
Sluggishness
Difficulty concentrating
Difficulty remembering new information
Physical
Headache
Fuzzy or blurry vision
Nausea or vomiting (early on
Dizziness
Sensitivity to noise or light
Balance problems
Feeling tired, having no energy
Emotional
Irritability
Sadness
Nervousness or anxiety
Sleep
Sleeping less/more than usual
Trouble falling asleep
What to do if concussed?
Seek a medical professional
Get plenty of rest
Avoid physically demanding activi-
ties
Do not allow athlete to drink alcohol
or take any drugs not approved by
a medical professional
Do not neglect basic needs
(Sleeping, easting...)
Avoid sustained computer use
Return to daily activities slowly
Preventation
Follow the CDCs Heads Up program
http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/
headsup/youth.htmls
SOLUTION
-49 states and the District of Columbia
have enacted laws which address con-
cussions and protect the health and
safety of young athletes.

What is a concussion?