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Concussions in sport: how to recognize them, prevent them and act in time<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAn invisible injury that can affect any athlete\u2019s health, performance and recovery\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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In sport, not all injuries are visible. Some do not leave open wounds, do not cause deformities and do not always force the athlete to leave the field immediately. However, they can have profound consequences for memory, concentration, balance, mood and long-term health. This is the case with concussion. <\/p>

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It is often described as an \u201cinvisible epidemic\u201d because it can go unnoticed, be minimized or be confused with a minor blow. And yet, a poorly identified or poorly managed concussion can change an athlete\u2019s evolution in a matter of seconds. <\/p>

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In this article, we explain what a concussion is, which symptoms should raise concern, which sports carry a higher risk, what complications may appear and why prevention and a culture of brain health are now essential in any sporting environment.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What is a concussion?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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A concussion is a temporary alteration of brain function caused by a direct or indirect impact to the head or body. There is not always a loss of consciousness, and in many cases there are no obvious external signs. This is precisely why it can be difficult to recognize. <\/p>

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What happens is not simply \u201ca hard blow\u201d. The sudden movement of the brain inside the skull can cause a temporary dysfunction of brain cells and disturb the normal balance of the nervous system. This can lead to physical, cognitive and emotional symptoms, which sometimes appear immediately and sometimes several hours later. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Why is it considered an invisible injury?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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One of the main difficulties is that a concussion is not always visible from the outside. The athlete may stand up, keep walking, answer questions or even want to continue the activity. But this does not mean that the brain is functioning normally. <\/p>

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The absence of a visible wound, loss of consciousness or alarming image means that many concussions are underestimated. For this reason, early recognition depends more on observing signs and symptoms than on the external appearance of the impact. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What symptoms can appear?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Symptoms can vary greatly from one person to another, but the most common include headache, dizziness, nausea, a feeling of mental slowness, confusion, memory problems, sensitivity to light or noise, balance disturbances and difficulty concentrating.<\/p>

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Irritability, fatigue, sleepiness, mood changes or a feeling of \u201cnot being right\u201d without being able to explain it clearly may also appear. In some cases, symptoms do not appear immediately, which means the athlete must be monitored during the hours following the impact. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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In which sports are they more common?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConcussions can occur in many different sports. The risk does not depend only on direct contact with another player, but also on falls, sudden acceleration, impacts with the ground, repeated blows or high-speed collisions. \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Combat and collision sports<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Sports with a risk of falls or impact<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Why no athlete is completely exempt<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Although some disciplines have a higher incidence, the reality is that any athlete can suffer a concussion. Even in sports that appear less exposed, such as football, basketball or handball, risky situations can occur through collisions, accidental blows, falls or impacts with the ground. <\/p>

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Experience, competition level or physical condition do not eliminate this risk. What changes is the ability of the environment to recognize it and act quickly. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Who may be more affected?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConcussions can affect anyone who practises sport, but not all athletes respond in the same way to the same impact. Age, previous history, sex, type of sport and biological stage can influence symptom presentation and recovery time. \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Female athletes<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIn different sporting contexts, women have been observed to experience concussions more frequently in comparable disciplines and, in some cases, to report more intense symptoms or longer recovery times. This difference may be related to anatomical, functional and hormonal factors, although it cannot always be explained by a single cause. \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Adolescents and young adults<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Athletes with a history of concussion<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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What consequences can a poorly managed concussion have?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In some people, symptoms do not disappear in the first days or weeks and persist longer than expected. Headache, dizziness, sensitivity to light, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, insomnia or mood changes may continue. <\/p>

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When this happens, the athlete\u2019s performance is not the only thing affected. Academic, professional, social and emotional life may also be disrupted. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Second impact and serious neurological risk<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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One of the most concerning scenarios is a second concussion or new impact before the first one has fully healed. In this context, the brain may respond worse to trauma and the risk of a serious complication may increase. <\/p>

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For this reason, one of the most important rules in modern sport is clear: if a concussion is suspected, the athlete should not return to play the same day.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Long-term cumulative effects<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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What should you do if a concussion is suspected?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Remove the athlete immediately<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Do not allow same-day return<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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This is one of the most important measures. Even if the athlete says they feel fine or wants to continue, they should not return to play the same day if a concussion is suspected. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Monitor symptom progression<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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After the impact, symptoms should be observed over the following hours. Some symptoms can worsen or appear later, which can completely change the urgency of the situation. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Request medical assessment<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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What role does protective equipment play?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Helmets, guards and other safety equipment can reduce the risk of some serious injuries, but they do not completely eliminate the risk of concussion. The brain can be affected not only by a direct blow, but also by sudden acceleration and deceleration of the skull. <\/p>

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In addition, relying too much on protective equipment can create a false sense of security. Protection is important, but it does not replace technique, education or appropriate protocols. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How has sport changed in recent years?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Stricter protocols<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Today, there is much greater emphasis on removing the athlete when in doubt, avoiding immediate return and making the return to play subject to progressive and controlled assessment.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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More training for coaches and families<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Prevention no longer depends only on the team doctor. Coaches, clubs, families and athletes need to recognize the basic signs and understand that a concussion is not just a simple \u201cbump on the head\u201d. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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A necessary cultural shift<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Recognize earlier, act better<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The earlier a concussion is identified, the better the athlete can be protected and the greater the chances of avoiding complications or recurrence.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Teach athletes not to minimize symptoms<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Not every athlete will be able to describe clearly what they feel, and not every environment will know how to interpret it. That is why it is so important to teach that a headache, unusual behaviour or a feeling of slowness after a blow should not be ignored. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Understand that recovery is part of performance<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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At Aliantis, we support sport through an integrative approach<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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At Aliantis, we understand sport as a source of energy, health and personal achievement, but also as a space that must respect the limits of the body and mind. For this reason, we defend a sporting culture in which prevention, recovery and brain health have the place they deserve. <\/p>

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When a concussion occurs, the priority is always medical assessment and appropriate follow-up. From there, comprehensive support for the athlete may also include attention to balance, physical recovery, stress management, body confidence and progressive return to activity. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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This blog article does not aim to generate new knowledge; it is based on the reading of scientific publications, blog articles and other texts.<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Organizaci\u00f3n Mundial de la Salud \u2013 Lesiones cerebrales traum\u00e1ticas<\/a><\/p>

CDC \u2013 Programa HEADS UP sobre conmociones cerebrales<\/a><\/p>

FIFA \u2013 Protocolo m\u00e9dico sobre conmociones cerebrales<\/a><\/p>

World Rugby \u2013 Head Injury Assessment<\/a><\/p>

UEFA \u2013 Carta sobre conmociones cerebrales<\/a><\/p>

Concussion Legacy Foundation<\/a><\/p>

European Brain Council<\/a><\/p>

Fundaci\u00f3n MAPFRE \u2013 Prevenci\u00f3n de lesiones craneales<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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