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What is a concussion?A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury, or TBI, caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth.
Rapid movement causes brain tissue to change shape, which can stretch and damage brain cells. This damage also causes chemical and metabolic changes within the brain cells, making it more difficult for cells to function and communicate. Since the brain is the body’s control centre, the effects of a concussion can be far-reaching.
Concussions are not usually not life-threatening, but the effects of a concussion can change a life and the injury should be treated seriously.
Why is it so important that you attend this session?
It can be hard to manage an injury you cannot see. With proper management, a concussion will cause temporary symptoms and you can expect a full recovery. However, when mis-managed, concussions can cause long term symptoms and impact mental health.
This Concussion in Sport Session will provide you and your child with the most up-to-date information regarding prevention, management and return to sport protocols for concussion.
Register via Humanitix : https://events.humanitix.com/concussion-in-sport-an-information-session-for-parents-and-students
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Wyatt Hall, 190 South Terrace, Adelaide, SA, Australia, South Australia 5000
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