09/16/2016
Concussion symptoms include headache, dizziness, excessive tiredness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, sensitivity to light, irritability. If you have any of these symptoms , you should be evaluated by a sports medicine provider to determine if you have a concussion. If you are diagnosed with s concussion then you should completely rest until all symptoms go away and then begin a gradual progression back to play including light conditioning with no contact, moderate conditioning non contact, sport specific drills non contact them full contact prior to return to play. Your cognitive testing such as impact or s**t tests should be back to baseline and neurological exam including balance and reaction time tests should be normal. Do not take any aspirin. Take only Tylenol based products for headaches. Get as much rest as possible and avoid loud noise , bright light or repetitive eye motion with texting or video games.
