ATHLETIC TRAINERS
JOHN CAPOZZOLO
j_capozzolo@hotmail.com
SARA SMEY
ssnyder1307@yahoo.com
CHRISTOPHER LEAVY
christopher_m.leavy@lvhn.com
IMPORTANT MEDICAL DOCUMENTS ATTACHED BELOW!!!!
Home Care Instructions for a Concussion
Following a concussion the following signs and symptoms may occur:
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Headache
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Dizziness
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Lightheadedness
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Confusion
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Ringing in the ears
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Poor Coordination/Balance
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Difficulty Remembering
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Difficulty Concentrating
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Sensitivity to light and/or noise
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Delayed Responses
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Fatigue
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Fogginess
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Irritability
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Blurry and/or double vision
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If any of these signs or symptoms worsens please seek further medical care at the nearest emergency room.
The following are some serious signs to watch for. If any of these signs or symptoms are observed please seek further medical care at the nearest emergency room.
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Clear fluid or blood from the nose or ears
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Difficulty breathing
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Decreasing level of consciousness
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Seizures
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Vomiting more than once
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Unequal pupil size
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Uncontrollable eye movements
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Difficulty maintaining arousal
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Weakness/numbness in legs or arms
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Neck pain
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Slurred speech
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Following a concussion, REST IS KEY! Follow these guidelines over the next 24-48 hours or as advised by athletic trainer:
Do not take any medications.
Do not participate in any physical activity including physical education class.
Drink plenty of fluids.
Get plenty of rest.
Keep the use of a computer, video games, tablets and cell phones to a minimum.
Limit activities that require lengthy mental activity such as homework, school work, and job related activities.
Eat a well-balanced diet.
Do not drive.
Returning to school: Proper school personnel will be notified after injury (athletic director, school nurse, guidance counselors and teachers). Periodic breaks may be needed throughout the school day. Student-athlete should check in with the ATC the next school day following injury and every day thereafter.
