Each year, about 300,000 sports-related traumatic brain injuries occur in the United States, and most can be classified as concussions. Concussions are caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. They can range from mild to severe and can disrupt the way the brain normally works. Even a “ding” or a bump on the head can be serious.
Signs and symptoms of concussion may show up right after the injury, or take days or weeks to appear. Athletes who return to play too soon—while the brain is still healing—risk a greater chance of having a second concussion. Second or later concussions are far more serious, and can cause long-term problems and disabilities.
Athletes, coaches, parents and trainers can all play a key role in helping to prevent concussions, and in managing one properly if it occurs.
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Brain Injury Association of Florida (BIAF), offering information, support,and services to individuals who have sustained a brain injury, their families and friends, support groups, professionals, service providers, and the public at large.
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