https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk en-us 2021-02-26 12:23:11 UTC 2026-02-01 22:33:40 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1244991441 Izzy- A concussion is a mild form of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Some examples are helmet-to-helmet tackles in American football, getting checked against the boards in hockey, heading a ball incorrectly in football, skateboarding or biking wipeouts, collisions between skiers or snowboarders]]> 2021-02-26 13:00:53 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1244991441 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1244997056 Olivia - concussions are commonly caused by trauma to the head. They can also occur because of rapid acceleration or deceleration of the head.]]> 2021-02-26 13:03:01 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1244997056 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245000683 Concussion affects the brain function. The side affects are usually temporarily but can include headaches and problems with concentration,memory,balance and coordination.]]> 2021-02-26 13:04:21 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245000683 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245005577 2021-02-26 13:06:07 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245005577 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245006539 Symptoms of a concussion are generally headaches, ringing in the ears, nausea, vomiting, fatigue or drowsiness and blurry vision.]]> 2021-02-26 13:06:26 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245006539 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245007741 Izzy]]> 2021-02-26 13:06:46 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245007741 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245009032
To treat a concussion you should be on bed rest, drink lots of fluids and take pain relievers. However, if there is a lump or a bump you should apply ice to decrease swelling.]]> 2021-02-26 13:07:10 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245009032 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245012651 In football the FA decided to add concussion substitutes due to previous concussion injuries and, the teams being left with a less than average squad.]]> 2021-02-26 13:08:19 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245012651 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245013387 Izzy]]> 2021-02-26 13:08:34 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245013387 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245021774 It’s important to know about concussions because Neurological problems can affect movement, and dementia can occur. Additionally, young brains can be particularly susceptible to injury, making prevention of concussions of primary importance to athletes in their school years. Concussions are serious injuries that require medical care and monitoring for after effects.]]> 2021-02-26 13:11:18 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245021774 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245023278 Examples:
Helmet-to-helmet tackles in American football,
Collisions between skiers or snowboarders,
Skateboarding or cycling wipeouts,
Getting thrown against the boards in Hockey.]]> 2021-02-26 13:11:48 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245023278 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245028348 Izzy]]> 2021-02-26 13:13:27 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245028348 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245031367 Izzy]]> 2021-02-26 13:14:26 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245031367 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245031453 2021-02-26 13:14:27 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245031453 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245032049 2021-02-26 13:14:39 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245032049 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245043617 A severe concussion is where you lose consciousness for more than five minutes. The symptoms can also last for weeks before they may begin to subside. You are at risk of permanent brain damage with a grade 3 concussion.]]> 2021-02-26 13:18:23 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245043617 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245044212 Data shows that the sport that sees the most concussions is boys’ football with 10.4 concussions per 10,000 athlete exposures]]> 2021-02-26 13:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245044212 https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245049305 To prevent concussions you should:
Wear recommended equipment in contact sports,
Wear Helmets,
Always wear a seatbelt,
Being supervised when playing contact sports.]]> 2021-02-26 13:20:10 UTC https://padlet.com/spugh20/ufgqs67438w65nuk/wish/1245049305