Concussion : Causes

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Causes could include:
There are more than a million cases of concussions each year in the United States. A concussion may result when the head hits an object or a moving object strikes the head. A concussion can result from a fall, sports activities, and car accidents....
Source:ADAM
Date:March 21, 2006
Those with very mild concussions may not need to be hospitalized or have expensive diagnostic tests. A doctor, nurse, or emergency medical technician may make an immediate assessment based on the severity of the symptoms; a.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Persons with very mild concussions may not need to be hospitalized or have expensive diagnostic tests. A trained health professional may make an immediate assessment based on the severity of the symptoms; a neurological exam of the pupils,...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Young children are likely to suffer concussions from falls or collisions on the playground or around the home.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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