ER Visits For Kids With Concussions Up, Says CDC
Doctor: Early Detection, Treatment Are Key To Preventing Serious Complications
October 7, 2011
By Matt Sloane, CNN
Concussions have been a hot topic and they still are. This article shows that coaches and parents are becoming more educated in the area of concussions. When I first read the title of this article I was a little concerned. After I read a little into the article, it was a nice surprise to see that the numbers have increased because of the knowledge people are gaining on concussions. All of the hard work with the stress on education is starting to pay off and it is nice to read something about concussions that isn't connected to the injury. Including the signs and symptoms is a nice way to continue the education to people reading the article that might not know otherwise. To read the full article, click on the link above.
As an athletic trainer this makes me feel good about the coaches and parents taking action on the prevention of concussions. By sending these kids to the ER they are ruling out a very serious injury that could have lasting effects. With the progress of concussion education, what other topics could use more education to coaches and parents and the athletes?
Jocelyn - interesting article. I agree with you that at first it was disappointing to see an increase in ER visits, but it seems the reason is due to an increase in education and an improved awareness regarding the s/s of concussion on the part of the caregivers.
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