Young Athletes Need to Beware of Head Injuries
Many young athletes put their well-being in danger when playing competitive sports. Coaches often stress qualities such as enthusiasm, endurance, and an ability to play through pain to their young athletes - the same qualities that may also put them at a greater risk for concussions and other TBI's. "When it comes to sports injuries, specifically concussions, younger athletes have a tendency to downplay their symptoms," said Dr. Joel Becker, a consulting neuropsychologist at Day Kimball. "And if they continue to play, without sufficient recovery, there is significant possibility of an additional, more severe injury."
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