As much as we hate to say it, summer will be coming to an end and Fall will be approaching soon. But that’s alright because it means leaves, cool weather, sweaters and most importantly, football, are underway. Something we look forward to all year. Watching the sport is one thing, but when you have a child involved in the activity you want to be sure they are going to play and stay safe.
Concussions are an extremely common injury in football and those who are “rookies” may be more prone to them. A concussion is defined as “a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head that can change the way your brain normally works. Concussions can also occur from a fall or a blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth,” according to the Centers for Disease Control. You want your child to have a great time, but make sure they are safe. The Centers for Disease Control has reported that concussions among children and adolescents have grown to about 60 percent in the last decade. The most common sports associated with this statistic include bicycling, playground activities,basketball, soccer and of course, football.
If your child does suffer from a concussion, make sure they are removed from the sport and seek professional help to address the injury. There are ways to heal a concussion and get your child back to outstanding health, just be sure to pay attention and teach them to play safely.