CDC reported that approximately 3000 people sustain mild-to-moderate sports-related brain injuries with most of them within the ages of 15 to 25 which is characterized by young adults. Football recorded an extremely high concussion rate especially in high school children .
- Definition; Concussion is a trauma induced change in mental status coupled with or without a loss in consciousness.
- Causes; Motor vehicles accidents is attributed to be the cause of most concussion. however contact sport like football,hockey and boxing are potential causes. Due to this, AAN once called for a ban on boxing.
It is pertinent should know that repeated concussion can cause severe head injury. - Symptoms; Concussion is often classified as asymptomatic because it is sometimes not accompanied by loss of consciousness. However, symptoms like headache, confusion, amnesia, incoherent speech are often considered.
- Treatment; Overtime,concussion will heal leaving no effect provided no further injury is sustained during the period.