Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Everything you need to know about concussion, from the Wakeboarding community

Who would've thought that a comprehensive and informative article about the pathophysiology and effect of concussion would show up in a Wakeboarding website. Some snippets:
"Let's start with a little lesson about the brain...

What actually happens when somebody gets a concussion...

After sustaining a concussion, the symptoms may last anywhere from a few minutes to several days or even longer. It is important to recognize when the symptoms completely fade away and know that until they are gone, you should avoid anything that may cause the brain to be rattled around even a little bit...

Basically, what really matters when returning to a sport is making sure you wait for all of your symptoms to disappear...

Whether you're a rider, driver or passenger out on the boat, knowing what a concussion is and what symptoms to look for can make a big difference when you or someone you know suffers a blow to the head....