There is an increase in children of all ages’ participation in various full-contact sports at different recreational or competitive levels, which consequently creates an increase in sports-related concussions at all levels of play. As a parent or coach, there are several steps that your South Florida injury lawyer suggests you take to ensure that your kid is healthy enough to return to play. It's important that an initial ‘sideline’ evaluation is performed. It should include the testing of the athletes’ short-term and long-term memory and ability to stay focused. The qualified healthcare provider must evaluate them before being cleared to return to play. While the athlete’s symptoms may have gone away, the healing of the brain may not be complete.
Football, hockey and soccer have been identified as the top sports for head injuries.
While competitive sports teach children the importance of hard work, exercise, and teamwork, accidents are bound to occur while on the court or field.
