Concussion Resources
Concussion diagnosis and treatment guidelines
A concussion happens when a blow or jolt to the head or body causes the soft tissue of the brain to knock against the skull’s surface. Concussions can make it hard to focus, balance, sleep, and more. Athletes aren’t the only ones who get concussions. A hard knock on the head or body during any activity can give anyone a concussion. Read our guide to learn how to understand the signs and symptoms of a concussion, when to seek emergency medical care, and how to treat a concussion at home. We have also developed guidelines for returning to learning and play after a concussion.
CrashCourse: Concussion education reimagined for today’s generation
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, one in five high school athletes will experience a concussion. Children and parents need to know the facts about how to play sports as safely as possible in order to help avoid permanent damage from head injuries.
To address this issue, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford has collaborated with TeachAids—a pioneer in developing innovative, research-based health education technologies—to develop a novel concussion education program called CrashCourse. This collaboration is supported by the Taube Stanford Concussion Collaborative.
