Concussion and your high school athlete

Did you know that high school athletes are at a higher risk for concussion? In fact, more youth sustain these traumatic brain injuries than professional athletes. Fortunately, the Brainerd Lakes Area coaches and athletic trainers are well aware of the risk, and they do their best to ensure that every athlete is given immediate attention when necessary.

Every concussion, even a minor one, takes its toll on brain health. Full recovery takes time and patience, especially if the injury is moderate or major. Young athletes are prone to get back in the game too early as they don’t want to miss out on the play. It is important to stress following the doctor’s orders to give the brain sufficient time to heal.

Concussion protocols may be appropriate depending on the severity of the injury. Your primary physician may also recommend concussion therapy. There are several clinics offering concussion treatment; among them are Centra Care in Baxter, Essentia Health in Brainerd and Big Stone Therapy in Baxter.

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