If an athlete has been sidelined by a concussion for several weeks or
longer, Dr. Robert Cantu recommends that he follow a "stepwise"
approach to return to play.
Only
where an athlete continues to experience post-concussion signs or
symptoms for more than a week is consultation with a concussion
specialized advised, says Dr. Robert Cantu.
Dr. Robert Cantu recommends parents seek additional testing and
evaluation if their child's post-concussion signs and symptoms do not
clear within a week to 10 days or increase in number or severity.
Only
where an athlete continues to experience post-concussion signs or
symptoms for more than a week is consultation with a concussion
specialized advised, says Dr. Robert Cantu.
There are many injuries associated with volleyball, the most common affecting the joints of the knees, elbows and shoulders. Volleyball injuries can occur as the long term result of overuse/underresting, or acute/traumatic injuries sustained in an instant.
Game-related injuries to high school females playing volleyball most likely will strike their ankles or feet during jumping, spiking or blocking, according to the first phase of a study by the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA).