Whats the Proper Response to a Concussion or Other Sports-Related Brain Injury?
If you think you may have a concussion or suspect that someone else has one, the most important step to take is to prevent further injury. Stop whatever activity you are involved in and tell someone you think you may have been injured. Then get medical attention. If you’re playing as part of a team, ask to be taken out of the game and tell the coach what happened. If you are coaching a team and you notice a potential injury, take the person out of the game, and see that the person gets medical care. Receiving medical attention as soon as possible is important for any type of potentially moderate to severe TBI. Undiagnosed injuries that don’t receive proper care can cause long-term disability and impairment. Keep in mind that although death from a sports injury is rare, brain injuries are the leading cause of sports-related deaths. Symptoms should be closely monitored. Often with a moderate to severe injury, that may require an overnight stay in the hospital. X-rays may be used to check
