Concussion Management

 

​

A concussion is an injury to the brain where force causes the brain to move within the skull. A person does not need to lose consciousness or have hit their head to suffer a concussion. All athletes and non-athletes regardless of age, who are suspected of a concussion must stop playing in practice or competition immediately.

​

Tabeguache Family and Sports Medicine works closely with School District 51 to ensure young people who suffer from a concussion are thoroughly examined before given medical clearance for sports.  Understanding the physical, cognitive, and mental effects of a concussion can help patients treat their concussion symptoms and properly manage their recovery.

​

The information on this page is provided in part by the Western Colorado Concussion Consortium. These resources are provided as a resource for concussion management and should be used for information only. This information is not intended to replace the advice of a professional medical exam or override the advice of your medical provider.

​

Concussions are often underestimated, ignored, or go undiagnosed. If you think you have a concussion, please do not ignore the symptoms. If you have experienced a severe impact or sudden and rapid acceleration to the head you should visit the ER for a medical examination.  

​

​

Mesa County Concussion Forms for Download

                                                                         

 

 

 

                                                                                

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​

​