Hitting your head is nothing you want to ignore. Proper response post-concussion is a necessity. If you or someone you know has experienced a blow to the head, tell a coach, parent, or guardian …show more content…
Athletes are typically evaluated on site of the injury rather than in hospital emergency departments in cases of less severe concussions. (Nationwide Children’s Hospital) High school athletes who have then sustained a concussion are three times more likely to receive a second one. (BIAV) Dealing with more than one head injury result in possible complications including post-concussion syndrome. Which is characterized by persistent concussion symptoms. Dangerous brain swelling can occur in some instances if the athlete is not giving themselves the proper amount of time to heal after multiple injuries. (Head case