It's important to develop an understanding of how to treat suspected injuries, especially if you play a sport or work in a job in which injuries are likely. A concussion is a serious head injury that people can sustain in a variety of ways while playing or working, and while you can't specifically treat someone who has a concussion, you can do a handful of useful things while you help you get the person to a medical facility where medical professionals can assess the injury. Here are some ways to help someone with a suspected concussion.
Provide Physical Support
One of the challenges of sustaining a concussion is that the person will often be experiencing a significant amount of dizziness. The last thing that the person needs is to get dizzy and fall to the ground, potentially causing further head trauma. If you suspect that someone around you has a concussion, provide physical support as the person makes his or her way from the site of the injury to whatever vehicle will be transporting him or her to the hospital. This means putting your arm around the person—ideally with another helper on the other side for stability—and walking slowly.
Avoid Sound And Light
Those who have sustained concussions are usually highly susceptible to sound and light, so you'll want to do what you can to minimize exposure to these stimuli. Keep your voice quiet as you talk to the person, and if you're the one driving him or her to the hospital, don't have the radio on or speak loudly on your cellphone while you drive. Similarly, try to protect the person from light exposure. For example, if you have a towel or a blanket that he or she may want to place over his or her head, you can offer it.
Avoid Excess Movement
Nausea is extremely common for concussion sufferers. The person who has sustained the injury may be physically ill just moments after the impact and may remain nauseous in the hours and days ahead. Help the person manage this symptom by minimizing his or her movement. This is especially applicable when you're driving. Even though you may feel in a hurry to get the person to the hospital, don't react by driving quickly, braking hard, and taking corners faster than you would normally. By taking these steps, you'll be an asset to the person until a health professional can take over.
To learn more, contact your local injury treatment services.
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