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The Basics
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Stay hydrated
Focus on correct technique
Wear appropriate clothing
Use the correct gear
Abide by the rules
Start slow & build up
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Always warm up & stretch
Make sure to cool down too
Be a good sport
Rest: schedule “off” days
Don’t play in pain
Have fun! |
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Healthy Body Healthy Mind
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Did you know that exercise stimulates our bodies to produce endorphins, which are chemicals that help us to feel happier and more peaceful? Read about how exercising creates a healthy mind. |
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Treating Injuries
Remember “RICE”
Rest the injury
Ice decreases inflammation
Compression with an ace bandage also limits swelling
Elevate the injury above the heart
See your doctor for persistent symptoms, severe pain, or inability to move the injured body part.
For more information on dealing with injuries, check out this link! | | |
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Head Injury Prevention and Management
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Types of Head Injuries |
Bruising of the brain (Concussion)
No permanent damage or bleeding
Closed-head injury, no structural defect
Common in sports
Grade 1: Transient confusion, no loss of consciousness, lasts < 15 minutes
Grade 2: Transient confusion, memory loss, no LOC, lasts > 15 minutes
Grade 3: Loss of consciousness (LOC)
Bleeding inside of head (Epidural/subdural hemorrhage)
Closed-head injury with structural defect
Uncommon in sports |
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Management Immediately After Injury:
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Keep the person still while waiting for medical help (do not leave person alone)
Keep the person lying down in a dark room with head and shoulders elevated
Do not move the person’s neck
Stop any bleeding with firm pressure unless you suspect a skull fracture
If no sign of breathing or circulation (coughing, movement), begin CPR
Monitor for confusion, disorientation, memory loss, headache, nausea, vomiting, seizures, and breathing difficulty
AAP: Minor head injury management
Familydoctor.org: Head Injuries: What to Watch for Afterward
Mayo Clinic: Head trauma: First aid
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When to Get Help |
Repeated vomiting
Seizures - jerking movements
Severe/worsening headache
Severe head/facial bleeding
Cessation of breathing
Worsening symptoms
Change in behavior/personality
Dilated or unequal pupil size
Vision changes
Loss of balance or slurred speech Weakness/numbness in legs
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Return to Play Guidelines for Sports
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Return to play after 20 min if no LOC, no memory loss/confusion (Grade 1)
Return to play after 1 wk if no LOC, some memory loss/confusion (Grade 2)
Return to play after 1 mo if has LOC (Grade 3)
Do not return to play if has the following symptoms: headache, dizziness, vision changes, short of breathing, nausea, vomiting, jerking movement, weakness or numbness in legs or hands, loss of balance
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Main Causes and Types of Head Injuries |
Main Causes
Fall from window or in the house
Car crash (no seat belt)
Bicycle fall (no helmet)
Struck by/against
Assault
Types of Brain Injuries
Brain Injury Association: Types of Brain Injuries
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Prevention |
Always wear seat belt, buckle child into safety seat in car
Wear helmet when bike riding/skating
Install handrails on stairways and window guards
Remove tripping hazards (cords, rugs)
Use non-slip mats in the bathroom
Discourage head-down tackling
Avoid diving into water
Avoid trampolines
CDC Preventing Brain Injuries
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More links
MedlinePlus: Traumatic Brain Injury
CDC: What is Traumatic Brain Injury?
NIH: Traumatic Brain Injury
Kids Health: Head injuries
Radiology Info: Head CT Scan |
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