August 14, 2013

Concussion expert says ‘when in doubt, sit them out’

Physicians at the Vanderbilt Sports Concussion Center urge coaches and parents to know the warning signs of a concussion and not let athletes return to play until they have been cleared by a health care professional.

As sports practices have resumed for the fall, physicians at the Vanderbilt Sports Concussion Center are already treating young athletes with concussions. They urge coaches and parents to know the warning signs of a concussion and not let athletes return to play until they have been cleared by a health care professional.