First Aid: Concussions in Children
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) that results in a temporary disruption of normal brain function. Sports are a major cause of concussions in children. It is important for parents to understand what a concussion is and how it can be recognized so that appropriate treatment and safety measures may be put in place to prevent further injury.
First Aid: The R.I.C.E. Method
If your child sustains a minor soft-tissue injury (an injury involving the muscles, tendons, or ligaments), think: R.I.C.E.! The R.I.C.E. method is typically the first-line treatment for many minor sports injuries and is used to relieve pain, reduce swelling, and help speed recovery.
First Aid: Sprains and Strains in Children
With lots of kids starting fall sports these last few weeks, it’s a great time to discuss popular types of sports injuries so that us parents (and our children!) can be well-prepared this sports season. Here we’ll consider two common injuries to look out for including what they are, how they happen, how they’re treated, and, most importantly, how they can be prevented.