Download or read book Sports Related Concussions in Youth written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2014-02-04 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the past decade, few subjects at the intersection of medicine and sports have generated as much public interest as sports-related concussions - especially among youth. Despite growing awareness of sports-related concussions and campaigns to educate athletes, coaches, physicians, and parents of young athletes about concussion recognition and management, confusion and controversy persist in many areas. Currently, diagnosis is based primarily on the symptoms reported by the individual rather than on objective diagnostic markers, and there is little empirical evidence for the optimal degree and duration of physical rest needed to promote recovery or the best timing and approach for returning to full physical activity. Sports-Related Concussions in Youth: Improving the Science, Changing the Culture reviews the science of sports-related concussions in youth from elementary school through young adulthood, as well as in military personnel and their dependents. This report recommends actions that can be taken by a range of audiences - including research funding agencies, legislatures, state and school superintendents and athletic directors, military organizations, and equipment manufacturers, as well as youth who participate in sports and their parents - to improve what is known about concussions and to reduce their occurrence. Sports-Related Concussions in Youth finds that while some studies provide useful information, much remains unknown about the extent of concussions in youth; how to diagnose, manage, and prevent concussions; and the short- and long-term consequences of concussions as well as repetitive head impacts that do not result in concussion symptoms. The culture of sports negatively influences athletes' self-reporting of concussion symptoms and their adherence to return-to-play guidance. Athletes, their teammates, and, in some cases, coaches and parents may not fully appreciate the health threats posed by concussions. Similarly, military recruits are immersed in a culture that includes devotion to duty and service before self, and the critical nature of concussions may often go unheeded. According to Sports-Related Concussions in Youth, if the youth sports community can adopt the belief that concussions are serious injuries and emphasize care for players with concussions until they are fully recovered, then the culture in which these athletes perform and compete will become much safer. Improving understanding of the extent, causes, effects, and prevention of sports-related concussions is vitally important for the health and well-being of youth athletes. The findings and recommendations in this report set a direction for research to reach this goal.

Download or read book The Concussion Cure written by MD Paul Henry Wand and published by Paul H Wand Mdpa. This book was released on 2019-08-28 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concussions are a world-wide epidemic --43 million cases are diagnosed each year The good news is that there are effective treatments available today which reverse the symptoms of a concussion by correcting the underlying mechanisms of injury to the brain. The Concussion Cure is the first book which describes in detail how a concussion should be diagnosed and then treated. Both the diagnosis and treatments are based upon the findings of two diagnostic tests which show functional abnormalities. In this comprehensive guide, Paul Henry Wand, MD explains how to treat recent concussions as well as those from years ago, and covers undiagnosed and untreated conditions which are often overlooked. The Concussion Cure offers hope to patients with traumatic brain injuries and their families by sharing detailed information on three different treatment modalities which are proven to reverse the systems of a concussion. These treatments include specific medication to increase the blood flow in the brain, neurofeedback and hyperbaric oxygen.

Download or read book Brain Neurotrauma written by Firas H. Kobeissy and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2015-02-25 with total page 718 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the contribution from more than one hundred CNS neurotrauma experts, this book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date account on the latest developments in the area of neurotrauma including biomarker studies, experimental models, diagnostic methods, and neurotherapeutic intervention strategies in brain injury research. It discusses neurotrauma mechanisms, biomarker discovery, and neurocognitive and neurobehavioral deficits. Also included are medical interventions and recent neurotherapeutics used in the area of brain injury that have been translated to the area of rehabilitation research. In addition, a section is devoted to models of milder CNS injury, including sports injuries.

Download or read book Concussion Rescue written by Kabran Chapek and published by Citadel Press. This book was released on 2020-01-28 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Daniel Amen and The Amen Clinics have become widely known and respected across America and internationally via television, print, and the online world reaching millions of viewers and consumers each year. We now have the wonderful opportunity to publish a line of health care books under the Amen Clinics imprimatur. #1 New York Times bestselling author, Daniel Amen, will write a foreword for each book and promote the book through all of his channels (mailing list, newsletter, social media). The first book we will be publishing is Concussion Rescue, which will give readers the natural and effective protocols for healing from traumatic brain injury. In Concussion Rescue, Dr. Kabran Chapek shares the programs and protocols that he uses at the Amen Clinics to put patients on the pathway to healing from traumatic brain injury. From general assessment using sophisticated tools (SPECT imaging, MRIs and CAT scans) to very specific blood tests (out-of-balance lab values in blood can point to symptoms of brain injury and may explain why the brain is not healing), Dr. Chapek guides readers to getting the proper medical care. He shares the cutting edge and most effective treatments for acute traumatic brain injury, as well as chronic traumatic brain injury, and provides the most powerful natural treatments including diet and supplements. Concussion Rescue will be an invaluable and potentially lifesaving resource for athletes, parents of student athletes, coaches, and anyone who suffers a mild or severe brain injury.

Download or read book A Cure for Concussions written by Luke Cruickshank and published by Luke Cruickshank. This book was released on 2020-03-30 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Making healthcare decisions is one of the most important things that we do in our lives, and our brain is the last place that we want to make a mistake. Choosing poorly can lead to consequences that can last a lifetime. In recent years we've become aware of the extreme dangers that concussions pose to our brains, but what if we've been misled? Concussions aren't as scary as they've been made out to be, but most people have been deceived by the myths, misconceptions and sensationalism that have created a culture of fear around concussions. These fears and anxieties have hijacked our brains, making rational decision making nearly impossible. This is a journey designed to help you deal more rationally with concussions. With the help of the latest neuroscience, you'll be empowered by the idea that you can improve your brain and the brains of your loved ones, no matter what your circumstances. You'll acquire the calmness and clarity necessary to discover that not only are these injuries treatable, but that there is indeed a cure for concussions. Everyone is invited on this journey, but the people most likely to benefit from this content are parents with kids in sports, people who want to know how to cure their own concussion symptoms, practitioners who treat concussion patients, and people who are looking for practical ways to improve their own brain health. So let's begin, and together, we can search out the truth about concussions, conquer our fears and learn how to take the actions necessary to build a badass brain.

Download or read book A Cure for Concussions written by Luke Cruickshank and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-30 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Making healthcare decisions is one of the most important things that we do in our lives, and our brain is the last place that we want to make a mistake. Choosing poorly can lead to consequences that can last a lifetime. In recent years we've become aware of the extreme dangers that concussions pose to our brains, but what if we've been misled? Concussions aren't as scary as they've been made out to be, but most people have been deceived by the myths, misconceptions and sensationalism that have created a culture of fear around concussions. These fears and anxieties have hijacked our brains, making rational decision making nearly impossible. This is a journey designed to help you deal more rationally with concussions. With the help of the latest neuroscience, you'll be empowered by the idea that you can improve your brain and the brains of your loved ones, no matter what your circumstances. You'll acquire the calmness and clarity necessary to discover that not only are these injuries treatable, but that there is indeed a cure for concussions. Everyone is invited on this journey, but the people most likely to benefit from this content are parents with kids in sports, people who want to know how to cure their own concussion symptoms, practitioners who treat concussion patients, and people who are looking for practical ways to improve their own brain health. So let's begin, and together, we can search out the truth about concussions, conquer our fears and learn how to take the actions necessary to build a badass brain.

Download or read book Shaken Brain written by Elizabeth Sandel and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2020-02-11 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A physician with thirty-five years of experience treating people with brain injuries shares the latest research on concussions and best practices for care. The explosion of attention to sports concussions has many of us thinking about the addled brains of our football and hockey heroes. But concussions happen to everyone, not just elite athletes. Children fall from high chairs, drivers and cyclists get into accidents, and workers encounter unexpected obstacles on the job. Concussions are prevalent, occurring even during everyday activities. In fact, in less time than it takes to read this sentence, three Americans will experience a concussion. The global statistics are no less staggering. Shaken Brain offers expert advice and urgently needed answers. Elizabeth Sandel, MD, is a board-certified physician who has spent more than three decades treating patients with traumatic brain injuries, training clinicians, and conducting research. Here she explains the scientific evidence for what happens to the brain and body after a concussion. And she shares stories from a diverse group of patients, educating readers on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Few people understand that what they do in the aftermath of their injury will make a dramatic difference to their future well-being; patient experiences testify to the best practices for concussion sufferers and their caregivers. Dr. Sandel also shows how to evaluate risks before participating in activities and how to use proven safety strategies to mitigate these risks. Today concussions aren’t just injuries—they’re big news. And, like anything in the news, they’re the subject of much misinformation. Shaken Brain is the resource patients and their families, friends, and caregivers need to understand how concussions occur, what to expect from healthcare providers, and what the long-term consequences may be.

Download or read book The Ghost in My Brain written by Clark Elliott and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-06-02 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The dramatic story of one man’s recovery offers new hope to those suffering from concussions and other brain traumas In 1999, Clark Elliott suffered a concussion when his car was rear-ended. Overnight his life changed from that of a rising professor with a research career in artificial intelligence to a humbled man struggling to get through a single day. At times he couldn’t walk across a room, or even name his five children. Doctors told him he would never fully recover. After eight years, the cognitive demands of his job, and of being a single parent, finally became more than he could manage. As a result of one final effort to recover, he crossed paths with two brilliant Chicago-area research-clinicians—one an optometrist emphasizing neurodevelopmental techniques, the other a cognitive psychologist—working on the leading edge of brain plasticity. Within weeks the ghost of who he had been started to re-emerge. Remarkably, Elliott kept detailed notes throughout his experience, from the moment of impact to the final stages of his recovery, astounding documentation that is the basis of this fascinating book. The Ghost in My Brain gives hope to the millions who suffer from head injuries each year, and provides a unique and informative window into the world’s most complex computational device: the human brain.

Download or read book Concussion written by Anthony P. Kontos and published by American Psychological Association (APA). This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a comprehensive, team-based model for assessment and treatment of concussion.

Download or read book Concussion Care Manual written by David L. Brody and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2019 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is hard to find a medical condition that has as much media attention as concussion. With growing interest in concussion care by the NFL, NHL, NBA, and many other sports organizations, the military, and by regular patients, the number of concussion care providers has rapidly increased. Concussion Care Manual, Second Edition is the perfect step-by-step concussion management guide for clinicians, coaches, and even parents of athletic children. This pocket-sized volume discusses how to manage a variety of complexities associated with concussions including proper diagnosis, management strategies, headaches, anxiety and depression, PTSD, dizziness, fatigue, and changes to mood, balance, personality, and sleep. This book also covers the essential elements on how to set up and run a concussion clinic, focusing on the administrative need-to-know. A much-needed list of references, scales, and resources are provided at the end of the book for further investigation. New to the Second EditionEL -Fully revised based on the most up-to-date research in the field across disciplines - Evidence-based, this new edition summarizes what works and what doesn't from recent clinical trials and real world concussion care experience -Provides step by step guidance on how to provide appropriate active management when treating concussion

Download or read book New Hope for Concussions TBI and PTSD written by Dr. Lawrence D. Komer and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-11-29 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you or someone you love has had a concussion or traumatic brain injury, this book is for you. "New Hope for Concussions TBI & PTSD" is a powerful resource for the injured, the caregivers, the sporting world, the medical community, and those serving our veterans and others with PTSD. It is a book of hope for all those who have been told, "We are sorry but there is nothing more we can do."

Download or read book Heal Your Concussion written by Dr Joanny M y Liu and published by Harmoni Health Incorporated. This book was released on 2016-01-05 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concussions Are Temporary! Most medical doctors believe concussions aren't treatable. They see managing them as difficult. Even neurologists who treat top athletes believe this. If this is what you've been told, I've got great news for you! None of it is true. Imagine a different future: No more depression. No more suicidal thoughts. Instead, you've got ambition. You've got drive. You've got energy! You've got a way to get back in the game-and that means your athletic career as well as everyday life. All because you were given a formula that I call FLOW . In my practice, FLOW is how patients quickly heal from concussion and post-concussion syndrome . . . and get back into the game. Praise for Heal Your Concussion: "At last! Save your brain and potentially, your life. For those who are skeptical about just rest as a treatment for concussion, this is an innovative approach to a very vexing problem and a paradigm shift for healing concussions. Dr. Joanny shows you how to eliminate all that pain and suffering with practical steps by using a whole brain approach to create positive thinking. This book is a must-read for any athlete who continues to suffer from the aftermath of concussion." Dr. Carri Drzyzga, The Functional Medicine Doc, author of "Reclaim Your Energy and Feel Normal Again!" "Dr Joanny's straightforward and easy to digest style takes this complicated, and somewhat misunderstood, subject matter and turns it on its head. She provides direct, clear and implementable solutions and has created a refreshing point of view on how to fix yourself when you have sustained a concussion. I would highly recommend that if you or someone you know has sustained a concussion, you get several copies of the book. One for the person who has sustained the injury, and one for each of those people around them who haven't understood what is happening. Just go and get it right now! You won't be disappointed." Samuel M. Gaylord, Esq., The Law Practice Doctor, Gaylord & Pop, Managing Partner, Attorneys at Law for the People Concussions Are Temporary! Don't wait. Get this book and start healing your concussion NOW!"

Download or read book WHEN BRAINS COLLIDE written by Michael D. Lewis MD and published by Lioncrest Publishing. This book was released on 2016-09-24 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is nearly a 20% chance that you or someone close to you will suffer a concussion this year. Whether they are in a car accident, fall off their bike, or suffer a helmet-to-helmet hit at football practice, over 30% of such concussions will lead to long-term, potentially permanent disability. Even worse, many of these concussions are mild and go unnoticed and untreated. However, whether you are a concerned parent or an athlete worried about that recent or long-ago head injury, there is good news. The proper utilization of Omega-3 fatty acids and their nutritional potential to feed and cultivate the brain's biochemical environment can facilitate the concussion healing process, relieve symptoms without pharmaceuticals, and increase the chance for a happy and healthy future. Culminating a career spanning over three decades in the U.S. Army, Dr. Michael Lewis developed The Omega-3 Protocol, the military-grade brain injury treatment process for dealing with the concussive dangers of everyday life. Concussions are not always preventable, but they are treatable. Find out how to give yourself or your loved one the best chance at recovery from brain injuries-large or small-by learning everything about, and becoming ready to apply, The Omega-3 Protocol today.

Download or read book Nutrition and Traumatic Brain Injury written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) accounts for up to one-third of combat-related injuries in Iraq and Afghanistan, according to some estimates. TBI is also a major problem among civilians, especially those who engage in certain sports. At the request of the Department of Defense, the IOM examined the potential role of nutrition in the treatment of and resilience against TBI.

Download or read book Neuropsychology of Sports related Concussion written by Peter A. Arnett and published by American Psychological Association (APA). This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Up to 10% of all athletes in contact sports will suffer from concussion at some point, and as many as 3 million sports-related concussions are reported each year. In this volume, Peter A. Arnett and other expert contributors in neuropsychology and sports medicine describe treatment for persistent postconcussive symptoms, including posttraumatic headache and migraine, depression, and anxiety. They explore genetic factors that can impact symptoms and diagnosis; the use of neuroimaging in diagnosis and treatment; measurement issues such as sex differences, assessment of effort in evaluations, and aspects of computerized testing that can affect the validity of neuropsychological results; and exciting new treatment options, such as virtual reality tools."--Page 4 de la couverture.

Download or read book Dr B s Concussion Breakthrough written by Ethan O'Brien and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-13 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A top concussion doctor's guide to avoiding brain damage, CTE, slow symptom recovery and other serious complications from hitting your head. You never expect to get a concussion, yet, in an instant, a brain injury can alter the rest of your life. Brain damage, lost income, setbacks in education or sports, deteriorating relationships, and mental health problems - are just a few of the negative outcomes that could result from improper treatment.What you'll find with Dr. B's Concussion Breakthrough is an easy to understand and relatable guide to natural concussion recovery. This book will provide key insights into what you or your family member is going through and identifies potential problems that most doctors never look for. For both new injuries and long-term injuries, this book is a practical guide to concussion recovery to help children, parents, and adults discover the keys to resolving post-concussion symptoms without pharmaceutical drugs or surgery.This book is loaded with astounding information that can help make such a perplexing problem seem so simple. It will save you hundreds, if not thousands of dollars, in unnecessary doctor visits and treatments. This information could help you avoid long-term post-concussion symptoms that plague millions of people for years after their injury.Why does the severity and duration of post-concussion symptoms vary so greatly between individuals? How can someone who sustains a seemingly minor bump experience long-term post-concussion symptoms, while on the other hand, we see football players take thundering hits to the head yet appear to be fine? This is something that puzzled Dr. Blaskovich for years while helping with thousands of unique patients suffering from post-concussion symptoms.Unlike most doctors, Dr. Sasha Blaskovich has personal experience living through years of post-concussion symptoms after being a quarterback in college football. His unique combination of firsthand experience of concussions in football, combined with his 20+ years of being a doctor specializing in helping thousands of patients overcome their post-concussion symptoms, has led to some incredible discoveries that 99% of doctors miss when diagnosing patients. In this book you'll learn about: - The hidden connection between whiplash, neck injuries & post-concussion symptoms.- How to minimize brain damage after a concussion.- The best tools and strategies to aid your brain while healing.- Strategies to help suppress or eliminate post-concussion symptoms.- 15+ Natural remedies for healing from a concussion.- The 6 food types you must avoid after a concussion.- 14 supplements that can help with recovery.- How to correctly rest and exercise while healing.- Strategies for returning to work, school, or sports.- Tips for parents with a concussed child.- The reasons why people experience long-term symptoms for months or years.Joining Dr. Blaskovich as a co-author on this book is Ethan O'Brien. Ethan had his first concussion when he was just 11 years old playing ice hockey and has since had more than 10 concussions in his lifetime. Now in his late twenties, Ethan shares his years of experience overcoming post-concussion symptoms and testing different treatments, supplements, diets, and lifestyles. Learn what worked and what hasn't worked over the years of concussion recovery for Ethan during his high school and university years as an athlete.Words of Praise: "Dr. Sasha Blaskovich has gained international notoriety as a leading diagnostician in the highly specialized field of whiplash injuries. In addition to actively practicing as a lead clinician, he is the quintessential eternal student of research. His passionate dedication to keeping up with the most current reputable research combined with his clinical experience makes his analysis on the linkage between concussion and whiplash a must-read."- Dr. Steven Watson, Doctor of Chiropractic, Seattle, WA

Download or read book Concussion in Sports An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America E Book written by Scott R. Laker and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2016-07-27 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CDC estimates reveal that 1.6 million to 3.8 million concussions occur each year. This issue will include topics such as pathophysiology, imagine, rturn to learn programs and long-term consequences of concussions.