Teton PT: Concussion Program

Teton PT: Concussion Program

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Receive The Best Concussion Overview From Teton PT &Rehab CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT

Concussions are common with a 71% increase in occurrence in youths between 10-19 years old, according to a 2016 Blue Cross Blue Shield Health of America Report. With the most at risk athletes being girls soccer players, football players, and boys ice hockey players. Even though concussions are common among youths a concussion can occur at any age. Interestingly a concussion does not

have to come from a blow to the head. A concussion can be caused from whiplash, falls, or any strong force causing the brain to move quickly. Concussion symptoms can be varied causing lasting physical and mental difficulties. Due to the complexity of the symptoms a patient can experience, we have developed an interdisciplinary approach which includes physical therapy and speech pathology.

Newsletter Health &Wellness CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT

INSIDE: • Concussion Within Athletes • Patient Success Spotlights

What is a concussion? A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that can alter the way the brain functions. Concussions can occur from direct or indirect impact to the skull or brain. What is the most common misconception about concussions? A big misconception is that a concussion only occurs as a result of a direct blow to the head. Something like a car crash or a football tackle. With that perception, if an athlete gets a few seeminglyminorhits inasoccergameorabasketball game, theydon’t think theyhaveachanceatsuffering aconcussionsotheydon’treport it. Instead,theykeep playing which can be very dangerous. A concussion maybecausedbyadirectblowtothehead,face,neck, or elsewhere on the body if the force of the impact is transmitted to the head. It’s important for athletes, parents and coaches to understand that multiple small impactscancauseone tooccur.Thesesmaller impacts can still cause symptoms like headaches, troubleconcentrating,andbehavioralchanges.When athletes and parents understand that a concussion can begin from multiple smaller impacts, they start taking note of those during games and practices which helps with early recognition. Why is it so important to have a program specific to concussionmanagement? Educationofunderstanding concussions is important. We educate patients and give them the tools they need to recognize when a concussionoccursso theyarenotputting themselves in potential danger for further injury by continuing to play. A concussion is a bruise on your brain. It affects a person’s performance in any environment. Ourprogramaddressesboththeseareasandmonitors thepatient’ssymptomsso that theyarenot returning to either before their brain can handle it. How can a physical therapist help? Physical therapists can evaluate and treat many problems related to concussion. Because no 2 concussions are the same, a physical therapist will examine your

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CONCUSSIONS WITHIN ATHLETES

An athlete with a suspected concussion should not return to play until he or she has been medically evaluated by a healthcare professional trained in evaluating and managing concussions. Athletes of any age with a concussion also should not return to play on the same day as the injury. Activitiesandfactors thatmay increaseyourriskofaconcussion include: • Falling, especially in young children and older adults • Participating in a high-risk sport, such as football, hockey, soccer, rugby, boxing or other contact sport • Participating in high-risk sports without proper safety equipment and supervision • Being involved in a motor vehicle collision • Being involved in a pedestrian or bicycle accident Potential complications of concussion include: • Post-traumatic headaches. Some people experience headaches within a week to a few months after a brain injury. • Post-traumatic vertigo. Some people experience a sense of spinning or dizziness for days, week or months after a brain injury. • Post-concussion syndrome. Some people have symptoms — such as headaches, dizziness and thinking difficulties — a few days after a concussion. Symptoms may continue for weeks or months. • Cumulative effects of multiple brain injuries. It’s possible that some people who have had one or more traumatic brain injuries over the course of their lives are at greater risk of developing lasting, possibly progressive, impairment that limits function. This is an area of active research. • Second impact syndrome. Rarely, experiencing a second concussion • Being a soldier involved in combat • Being a victim of physical abuse • Having had a previous concussion

before signs and symptoms of a first concussion have resolved may result in rapid and usually fatal brain swelling. It’s important for athletes never to return to sports while they’re still experiencing signs and symptoms of concussion. Prevention: • Wearing protective gear during sports and other recreational activities. • Buckling your seat belt. • Educating others about concussions.

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INGREDIENTS • 1/3 cup honey • 1/4 cup soy sauce (reduced sodium) • 1 Tbsp minced garlic

• optional: 1 tsp minced ginger • 1 lb medium uncooked shrimp, peeled • 2 tsp olive oil • optional: chopped green onion garnish

DIRECTIONS 1. Whisk the honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger (if using) together in a medium bowl. 2. Place shrimp in a large zipped-top bag or tupperware. Pour 1/2 of the marinade mixture on top, give it all a shake or stir, then allow shrimp to marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes or for up to 8-12 hours. Cover and refrigerate the rest of the marinade for step 3. (Time-saving tip: while the shrimp is marinating, steam broccoli and microwave quick brown rice). 3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place shrimp in the skillet. Discard used marinade. Cook shrimp on one side until pink-- about 45 seconds-- then flip shrimp over. Pour in remaining marinade and cook it all until shrimp is cooked through, about 1 minute more. 4. Serve shrimp with cooked marinade sauce and a garnish of green onion.The sauce is excellent on brown rice and steamed veggies on the side.

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Patient Success Spotlight

Very pleased with the progress! “We are very pleased with the progress Vance has had the past 2 weeks. I give Jonathon a GOLD STAR!” - A.C. AMAZING! “Sandeep is AMAZING! He is a gifted therapist. I have seen many physical therapists in my lifetime and he is on a level all his own!” - J.B. I would recommend Teton PT & Rehabilitation to anyone! “Lexie has helped me SOMUCH!! She is not only an outstanding therapist, she is also a very compassionate person! Great work Lexie! I would recommend Teton PT & Rehabilitation to anyone! Very helpful and a very friendly place to be. I will miss everyone!“ - D.S.

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If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Teton Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an evaluation! Why You Need To Come in For Another Check Up: � Improve communication � Complete daily activities without pain � Balance confidently and securely � Enjoy activities of daily living � Walk for long distances � Resolve problems swallowing

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