A concussion is an injury to the brain caused due to severe trauma caused by an impact to the head. It is usually accompanied by confusion, blurred vision, headache, loss of memory, and, sometimes, loss of consciousness.More...
- What Is A Concussion ?
- Ct Scan And Concussion
- How To Tell If You Have A Concussion
- Long Term Effects Of Concussions
- Signs Of A Concussion
- Signs Of Concussion
Here is a concussion checklist that is also approved and endorsed by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. This checklist is quite comprehensive and can be used at any time it is suspected that a person has suffered from a concussion.More...
Effects Of Concussion In The Right Parietal Lobe
Human brain is made up of two hemispheres the right and the left hemisphere. Although the two hemispheres are symmetrical, functionally they are quite different from each other. Further each hemisphere is divided into four sections or lobes.More...
Recently researchers in the US found that soldiers who have suffered concussion during Iraq war are more likely to experience post traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) and other physical health problems a few months after coming home.More...
Head Injuries On Skateboards Prevention
Though skateboarding is a popular recreational activity and gives you a low-impact aerobic exercise but the recent increase in skateboard injuries is causing great concern worldwide. The most common and most serious injury sustained while skateboarding, is head injury.More...
How Long Does A Concussion Last ?
Symptoms of concussions, such as confusion, blurred vision, headache, loss of memory, and, sometimes, loss of consciousness, can last anywhere from a few seconds to a few hours to a few days. This depends on the severity of the impact. Sometimes, concussions last just a few moments. Other times, a person can be unconscious (knocked out or passed out) for a couple of minutes or longer.More...
