Concussion: preventing, recognizing and treatment

Concussions could happen anywhere to anyone. Please remember to use seatbelts while in car, helmets when playing sports and other protective gear as much as possible.

con·cus·sion

1.     Temporary unconsciousness caused by a blow to the head.

2.     The term is also used loosely of the aftereffects such as confusion or temporary incapacity.

Synonyms: temporary unconsciousness ·

temporary loss of consciousness · bang on the head · mild cranial trauma

3.     A violent shock as from a heavy blow.

Synonyms: force · impact · shock · jarring · jolting · jolt · shaking

Symptoms 

Aftercare