Know Concussion

Center for Concussion Care & Physical Rehabilitation @ Overlook Medical Center specializes in the care of sports-related & other mild traumatic brain injuries.

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ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET. ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET. ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET!

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So many young athletes coming in with concussion, physically and mentally exhausted from year round sports.

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Exercising Restraint and Saving America's Young Athletes. Great talk by @DrDavidGeier that we see in concussion too! https://t.co/8VtwwO34xg

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If soccer were invented today, would we still include heading? Should soccer ban heading? https://t.co/eAM9kVThla via @DrDavidGeier

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Another great topic in this episode... how do we encourage athletes to speak up about concussion? https://t.co/FHzwiOXjUC

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What do you think? Why should parents be concerned about their children playing football? How can it get safer?
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@The_HeadGame It's true! It can happen doing anything! We've heard quite the array of mechanisms at our center!

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Our concussion center helps Westfield athletes get back in the game safely https://t.co/k34mmdRT1u

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Activities like bicycle riding, skateboarding, and falls are culprits too. Physical education class is another big source of concussion

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Did you know: Concussions don't just occur during organized sports. They can happen during any activity where they head could be hit!

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One of the most important things we can do as medical professionals is get into the communities and educate!

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All packed and ready for a health fair tomorrow! Excited to see @WestMilfordTPS again and talk about #concussion!

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How To Talk To Kids About Concussions (Without Scaring Them) https://t.co/Ak1sVbaN0M

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"There’s no shame in asking for help. In fact, it might be the bravest thing you could do." Trying to overcome the stigma of "being tough" https://t.co/W8nR44DmB8

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“For the first time, somebody was telling me: This isn’t your fault. Something is doing this to you. We can fix it.” https://t.co/L3H54uOn0t

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One more reason to get a good night's sleep -
including with a concussion. https://t.co/UqISkGs88g via @TEDTalks

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Learn how to properly fit a bike helmet for your child. https://t.co/spVaWVvfin

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To raise brave girls, encourage adventure. https://t.co/iYiyYMkcKp via @TEDTalks

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Lots of giveaways at our table @ATSNJ today! Come by for some info, bags, sunglasses, stress brains, notepads and pens!

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Our staff delivering a two-part lecture on concussion management and rehabilitation today @ATSNJ Annual Conference

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Many agree that the benefits of sports when young outweigh the risks. Do you agree?