by Dr. Hannah Leatherman | Apr 6, 2022 | Concussion
You may have heard of concussions among soccer players in your community. Or, you may have seen them happen while watching soccer games in person or on TV. Concussions are prevalent in the sport of soccer, and heading the ball is the most common cause of concussion....
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Oct 19, 2021 | Concussion
We are happy to announce that we are giving a concussion lecture on Wednesday, October 20! Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College has invited us to come talk about concussion injuries and the recovery process. Concussion related injuries are on the...
by Dr. Hannah Leatherman | Jul 13, 2021 | Concussion
When should an athlete leave the game after a suspected concussion? A good rule of thumb is that if you think there is a possibility the athlete had a concussion, you should keep them out of play until they can be evaluated by a healthcare provider. The saying goes,...
by Dr. Hannah Leatherman | Jun 25, 2021 | Concussion
Are you having difficulty reading after a concussion? This is a very common problem! It means your brain is still not functioning the way it usually does due to the injury. If you are still within the first couple of days after your concussion, you should rest from...
by Dr. Hannah Leatherman | May 19, 2021 | Concussion
Why do healthcare providers tell their patients to rest after a concussion? Physical and cognitive rest in the first 24-48 hours after a concussion is thought to allow the brain to recover and restore its normal function, as well as improve recovery from concussion...
