All parents and players are invited to an important session to learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis and recovery from concussion.
Our hosts for this session will be:
• Dr Alex Terris – MBBS FRACGP Post Gr Sports Med
• Liam Staines – Head of Myotherapy, The Sports Injury Clinic
• Dr Marcello Manteit – Chiropractor, Mt Eliza Family Chiropractic
It’s that time of year again where football training and games create the risk of head injuries which can lead to concussions.
Concussion comes from forces transmitted to the brain causing a mild functional brain injury. This can come from a blow to the head or a bump to the body.
Concussion is not always easy to spot. Only 10% of concussions actually lose consciousness.
During this session our hosts will cover:
• Concussion Symptoms & Signs
• Concussion Recovery
• Gradual Return to Activities
• General Q&A