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Concussions In Football

Concussions are a significant concern in football, often resulting from impacts to the head. Symptoms of concussions can vary, including headaches, dizziness, memory troubles, confusion, and sensitivity to light or noise.

Concussions In Football

Concussions In Football

Impact of Concussions on Football:

Media awareness helps correlate with up to date resources
Schools received numerous lawsuits
Limitation of Helmet to Helmet contact in practice
Reduction of head to head drills in practices
Targeting Penalties are in play

Long-Term Effect:

Suicidal Thoughts
Dementia
Aggression
Anxiety
Depression
Memory Loss
CTE

Causes That occur in Football:

Making hard contact Helmet to Helmet
Blocking can cause concussions as well.
Tackling is a major cause

Preventative Measures taken:

Introduction to safer tackling techniques
Helmets are being evaluated more and more
Technology and equipment are constantly changing
Increase players to report symptoms immediately
Increase awareness
Teaching different tackling techniques
Better training courses for players

Concussion Protocol:

Symptoms Sheet about mental health
Test Memory
Test Balance
Slow return to practices and team activities
Improvement in Helmet Equipment
Rest and Proper Recovery
Symptoms Check
Immediate Evaluation on Sidelines

Short- Term Effects that may apply:

Temporary Loss of Consciouness
Problems Concentrating
Balance Problems
Nausea
Headaches

What is A Concussion?

Recovery varies upon different individuals.
Symptoms Include: Headaches, Dizziness, Troubles with memory, Confusion, and Sensitivity to light or noise.
A Concussion is a traumatic brain injury that occurs from variou blows or impact to a person's head.