Concussion
Definition
A concussion is a type of brain injury that may result in alteration of the mind. This can include changes in memory, balance, or alertness. A common misconception is that a concussion is only diagnosed if there is loss of consciousness, but this may happen only 10% of the time. (23243113)
Signs and Symptoms
Diagnosis
A concussion can be diagnosed with a variety of sideline assessment tools. Here are a couple of tools that are commonly employed:
SCAT 3
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Sideline Assessment
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