Dayton Magazine June/July 2017 Issue

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KETTERING HEALTH NETWORK

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HEALTH PROFILE

ports injuries are a common safety concern and concussions are among the most serious. These brain injuries can be especially dangerous, even deadly, if a second concussion occurs before the first has enough time to heal.

most extensive concussion post-injury management team in the area, offering both baseline and post-injury ImPACT™ testing. No two concussions are alike so each case is treated individually getting you back to activity, academics or work safely.

What You Need to Know

What You Need to Know about ImPACT™

• A concussion is a traumatic brain injury caused by a hit or force to the head and/or neck. • Symptoms last for minutes or weeks.

• ImPACT™ is a computerized test that measures cognitive function such as memory, concentration and reaction time.

• All concussions need proper evaluation, rest, monitoring and treatment.

• Both pre-season baseline testing and post-injury testing are available.

• No two concussions are the same.

• ImPACT™ testing is available to recreational or competitive athletes ages 10 and older.

No one wants to be sidelined. If you’re injured a board certified sports medicine physician can provide evaluation, consultation and an individualized treatment plan. Kettering Health Network Sports Medicine provides the

• It takes approximately 35 minutes to complete the test. There is no way to completely guard against head injuries, but access to our

team of specialists and services can be the best defense in minimizing the effects associated with concussions. Kettering Health Network sports injury clinics provide quality care for active individuals. Whether you are a weekend warrior, youth player, professional athlete or anything in between your health and wellness are our top priority. In addition to concussion management our experts treat sports-related injuries and offer pre-participation sports physicals.

Kettering Health Network offers sports injury clinics in Beavercreek, Dayton, Kettering and Hamilton. For appointments at a specific location call: Soin Medical Center: (937) 702-4960

Dayton Sports Medicine Institute: (937) 401-6400

Kettering Sports Medicine: (937) 395-3920

Fort Hamilton Sports Medicine: (513) 867-4165







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