With fall sports in full swing, tune in as Cerner Certified Athletic Trainers, Rebekah and David, discuss the puzzling world of concussions. They will unpack the signs and symptoms to look for, what you should do as a parent if your child sustains a concussion and provide insight into the return-to-play protocols approved by the NCAA. You'll hear about the non-physical accommodations you should consider and the dangers of one too many concussions. If you've always wondered whether or not an ER visit is warranted or if you should wake up your child during the night, this is a podcast you don't want to miss. Check out these additional resources: http://www.ncaa.org/sites/default/files/2017SSI_ConcussionFactSheet_Coaches_20170721.pdf http://www.ncaa.org/sport-science-institute/concussion-diagnosis-and-management-best-practices https://www.aans.org/Patients/Neurosurgical-Conditions-and-Treatments/Concussion
