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Running Back’s Concussion Reminds Us Most Brain Injuries Happen Off The Field
Green Bay Packers Running Back James Starks
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Anyone keeping up with the NFL knows about the league’s “concussion crisis” and the high risk of experiencing a brain injury playing the sport. However, it is often forgotten that concussions can happen anywhere, anytime.
Green Bay Packer fans got a fresh reminder of this today, as Packers running back James Starks was sidelined for a concussion he sustained in a car accident.
The player is otherwise uninjured, but coach Mike McCarthy told reporters the athlete was placed into the league’s concussion protocol because of the accident. He was not allowed to practice on Wednesday due to the injury and is unlikely to compete on Sunday.
While the intense collisions and injuries in football receive ample attention, it is crucial to keep in mind that the majority of concussions do not occur in the NFL or even in high school football games. Instead, most brain injuries are a result of everyday auto accidents or slips and fall, and broken bones sustained in these incidents can also result in severe discomfort and agony. If the injury was not caused by your own negligence, give a call to book an appointment with the broken bones no fault physician immediately.
Any abrupt motion that jars the brain, like a fall in the shower or fender bender, can cause a brain injury. If you have experienced a recent auto accident and begin to experience symptoms such as headaches, nausea, dizziness, confusion, or vision problems, you should consult a medical professional to get proper auto injury treatment.
While the majority of concussions heal relatively quickly, it is important to take proper steps to allow your brain to heal following a concussion and ensure a more serious injury doesn’t occur while your brain is vulnerable.
