Why Do Concussions Avoid?

Most people would say their mental stability is more important than making a big play in a game. So why are athletes being allowed back on the field before they are fully healed? Unfortunately this happens more often then not. Athletes with injuries of any sorts, especially head injuries, should be sat out for long periods of time to heal properly.

The effects of a concussion can sometimes last longer than the symptoms. This has become problematic because, athletes will believe they have healed and request to continue in their sport, but contrary to their self-diagnosis, they could lead to serious brain damage with the lack of rest. High school athletes are more susceptible to longer-lasting effects of concussions because of the immaturity of the nervous system. A younger athlete is more vulnerable to future brain damage than an older athlete; and a female athlete is more prone to head injuries than a male athlete. In
Once an athlete is concussed, it is easier for them to receive another concussion in the future, and multiple concussions can be very severe, and could even result in death. Short-term concussion effects can last from a few hours, to weeks and trauma can appear after a few days. Long-term concussion effects can last for months, and even years; just one concussion can linger for as long as thirty years, or more. It is appropriate to receive a consolation from a licensed health care provider before returning to play, because self-accusations are more wrong than right. Most concussed athletes deny symptoms because they want to return to play as quickly as possible. This could be because they are at risk of losing their chances of being scouted. If a player is out for a long period of time, they may lose their chance at a scholarship, job offer, etc., and will lose sight of the importance of mental