Returning to school as quickly as possible, with appropriate support, and getting light exercise that doesn't pose a head injury risk are important first steps in concussion recovery.
In August, the Colorado Department of Education updated guidelines dispelling common myths about concussions, such as a loss of consciousness being necessary for a concussion diagnosis.
Educating families and schools about the new guidelines is critical, according to medical experts, particularly during autumn's uptick in concussions from sports such as football and soccer.
More than 2 million children nationwide had been diagnosed at some point with a concussion or brain injury, indicating the widespread impact of this issue.
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