Hockey season is here again, and that means that fans will
be out in full force cheering on their favourite teams and leagues will be out
on the ice for their weekly bouts of competitive action. During the winter
months, hockey is a great way to stay in shape and have fun – but it also comes
with its own risks, not least of which are hockey concussions.
Check out this video from Health Choices First, “Hockey
Concussions” http://www.healthchoicesfirst.com/category/hockey/sports-medicine/hockey-concussion.
In it, Dr. Larissa Roux discusses this head injury, which she states, in
hockey, is often the result of trauma – such as a blow to the head.
For many, an unfortunate yet common assumption is that not
all concussions are serious, but according to Roux, concussions are always
serious, no matter what. Since they can cause neurological impairment, no
matter how mild they may seem at the time, all concussions should be examined
by a physician right away. Evidence has shown that a series of concussions,
even if mild, can lead to long term impairment if left untreated, making
immediate diagnosis and treatment essential in every case.
If you or someone you care about has suffered what might be
a concussion, it is critical to seek out medical advice and treatment as soon
as possible.
For more on treating hockey concussions please contact
Athletic Edge Sports Medicine today by calling 416-800-0800.
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