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Denition of a Traumatic Brain Injury Incidence of Traumatic Brain Injuries Denition of a Concussion Symptoms of a Concussion Incidence of Concussion Concussion Management Treatment/Prevention of Concussion
Severe TBI
A severe TBI not only impacts the life of an individual and their family, but it also has a large societal and economic toll. The estimated economic cost of TBI in 2010, including direct and indirect medical costs, is estimated to be approximately $76.5 billion. Additionally, the cost of fatal TBIs and TBIs requiring hospitalization, many of which are severe, account for approximately 90% of the total TBI medical costs.
Cognitive Function (e.g., attention and memory) Motor function (e.g., extremity weakness, impaired coordination and balance) Sensation (e.g., hearing, vision, impaired perception and touch) Emotion (e.g., depression, anxiety, aggression, impulse control, personality changes)
Causes of TBI
Falls (35.2%) Motor Vehicle -Trafc (17.3%) Struck by/against events (16.5%) Assaults (10%)
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Concussion
A concussion is a type of TBI, caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head that can change the way your brain normally works. Concussions can occur from a fall or a blow to the body that causes the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. A concussion as a mild brain injury because concussions are usually not life-threatening. The effects can be serious
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Concussion
Most people with a concussion recover quickly and fully. For some people, symptoms can last for days, weeks, or longer. In general, recovery may be slower among older adults, young children, and teens. Those who have had a concussion in the past are also at risk of having another one and may nd that it takes longer to recover if they have another concussion.
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Statistics on Concussion
Among adolescents between 15-24, sports
were the result of a concussion are the second leading cause of concussion behind Motor Vehicle Accidents
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suggests 5% of players suffer a concussion. However, formal studies surveying players suggest approximately 50% report experiencing a concussion during a season
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Multiple Concussions
Approximately 16.8% of high school athletes
who suffered a concussion had previously suffered a concussion. concussions are repeat concussion
Its estimated that approximately 20% of Once an athlete has suffered a concussion,
they are 3-6 times more likely of having another concussion
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Multiple Concussion
High School Athletes who suffer 3 or more
concussions are at an increased risk of experiencing loss of consciousness, and other cognitive problems such as memory difculties.
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concussions are at the highest risk for possible long term effects such as memory problems
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Concussion Management
Recovery depends on the severity of the
concussion also contributes to recovery concussion and whether someone has had a previous concussion
Concussion Management
REST! REST! REST! This means REST!!!! Dont jump back into things to quickly Listen to your body
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Concussion Management
Avoid further injury Take time off from school Use medication as RX by your Doctor Slowly return back to activity Avoid long term problems Manage Headaches, anxiety and depression Your Brain will heal
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Prevention
Motor Vehicle Safety Prevent Falls Be protective in Sport Related Activities Education/Awareness
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Resources
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Questions Adam Schwebach, Ph.D. Neuropsychology Center of Utah 1477 North 2000 West Suite E Clinton, Utah 84015 801-614-5866 adam@npcu.net
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