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Title: Concussions


1
Concussions
  • Perry Baker- Supervisor of Athletics and
    Extracurricular Activities

2
Contents
  • Definition
  • Facts about concussions
  • How to recognize a possible concussion
  • Signs and symptoms
  • What to do when a concussion is suspected
  • Prevention and Preparation
  • Communicating to athletes, parents, and staff

3
Definition
  • A concussion is a brain injury and all brain
    injuries are serious.
  • They are caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the
    head.
  • They can also be caused by a blow to another part
    of the body with force transmitted to the head.
  • They range from mild to severe.
  • ALL concussions are serious and may result in
    complications including prolonged brain damage
    and death if not recognized and managed properly.

4
Facts about concussions
  • A concussion is a brain injury.
  • All concussions are serious.
  • Most occur without loss of consciousness.
  • Concussions can occur in any sport or recreation
    activity.
  • Recognition and proper response to concussions
    when they first occur can help prevent further
    injury or death.

5
Important Facts!
  • Athletes who have had a previous concussion are
    at increased risk for another concussion.
  • Young children and teens are more likely to get a
    concussion and take longer to recover than
    adults.
  • A repeat concussion that occurs before the brain
    recovers can slow recovery or increase the
    likelihood of having long-term problems.

6
Recognizing a possible concussion
  • You should watch for and ask others to report the
    following two things among your athletes
  • A forceful bump, blow, or jolt to the head or
    body that results in rapid movement of the head.
  • Any concussion symptoms or change in an athletes
    behavior, thinking, or physical functioning.

7
Signs observed by coaching staff
  • Appears dazed or stunned
  • Is confused about assignment or position
  • Forgets an instruction
  • Is unsure of game, score, or opponent
  • Moves clumsily
  • Answers questions slowly
  • Loses consciousness (even briefly)
  • Shows mood, behavior, or personality changes
  • Cant recall events prior to hit or fall
  • Cant recall events after hit or fall

8
Signs reported by athlete
  • Headache or pressure in head
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Balance problems or dizziness
  • Double or blurry vision
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Sensitivity to noise
  • Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, or groggy
  • Concentration or memory problems
  • Confusion
  • Just not feeling right or is feeling down

9
When a concussion is suspected
  • 4 step action plan
  • Remove the athlete from play.
  • Ensure that the athlete is evaluated by a health
    care professional experienced in evaluating for
    concussion.
  • Inform the athletes parents about possible
    concussion using appropriate MPSSAA concussion
    forms.
  • Keep the athlete out of play until the health
    care professional says they are symptom free and
    can return gradually to play.

10
Immediate medical attention for
  • One pupil larger than the other
  • Is drowsy or cannot be awakened
  • A headache that not only does not diminish, but
    gets worse
  • Weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination
    Repeated vomiting or nausea
  • Slurred speech
  • Convulsions or seizures
  • Cannot recognize people or places
  • Becomes increasingly confused, restless, or
    agitated
  • Has unusual behavior
  • Loses consciousness (a brief loss of
    consciousness should be taken seriously).

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Prevention and Preparation
  • Familiarize yourself with county and state policy
    regarding concussions.
  • Create a concussion action plan.
  • Complete the NFHS Concussion Course.
  • Educate athletes, parents and your coaching
    staff.
  • Monitor the health of your athletes.
  • Insist that safety come first.
  • Prevent long term problems
  • Teach athletes its not smart to play with a
    concussion.

12
Prevention and Preparation
  • Work closely with school officials (AD, ATC,
    school nurse, teachers).
  • Track concussion with appropriate MPSSAA forms.
  • Review concussion policy and action plan
    frequently.

13
Communication
  • Video Brandons Story
  • http//www.cdc.gov/TraumaticBrainInjury/CTK_video_
    WM-BB.html

14
Communicating with athletes
  • Pass out Heads Up fact sheet to athletes.
  • Show videos online at www.cdc.gov/Concussion/Reso
    urces
  • Devote team meetings to this topic.
  • Invite health care professionals to educate
    athletes.
  • Make sure athletes understand signs and symptoms.
  • Make sure athletes report signs and symptoms to
    coaches right away.
  • Make sure athletes understand that it is not
    smart to play with a concussion.
  • Make sure athlete signs the concussion form in
    the FCPS paperwork packet.

15
Communicate with parents
  • Make sure parents get Heads Up fact sheet.
  • Discuss county and state policy with parents at
    Meet the Coach Night.
  • Make sure parents understand that the athletes
    safety is our first priority.
  • Have parents alert the coach to any known or
    suspected concussions.
  • Alert coach of previous concussions.
  • Have parents educate their athlete.
  • Make sure parents sign the concussion form in the
    FCPS paperwork packet.

16
Communicate with staff
  • Report all suspected concussions to the athletic
    director with appropriate MPSSAA paperwork.
  • Inform school nurse of possible concussion.
  • Inform teachers as it might impact school work.
  • Work closely with ATC to make sure appropriate
    gradual return to play protocol is in place.

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ALL FCPS COACHES MUST
  • Complete the NFHS Concussion Course at
    http//www.nfhslearn.com
  • Understand county and state concussion policy.
  • Have an action plan.
  • Educate parents, students, and staff.
  • Err on the side of safety.
  • Use appropriate MPSSAA forms and report all
    suspected concussions.

18
Questions?
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References
  • Heads Up Concussion in High School Sports Guide
    for Coaches. Center for Disease Control and
    Prevention. http//www.cdc.gov/concussion/HeadsUp/
    high_school.html
  • Frederick County Public Schools Concussion
    Information Sheet.
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