BACK IN THE GAME C

The word concussion used to be unheard of in youth sports a decade ago. The brain injury was indeed occurring but coaches and parents were encouraging their youth athletes to shake it off after getting their bell rung. Science and increased awareness about concussion are transforming the way youth parents coaches and players pursue athletics. Fear of incurring concussions as well as incorrect information is leading some parents to keep their children out of contact sports such as football and soccer where concussion is more prevalent.Back in the Game: Why Concussion Doesn''t Have to End Your Athletic Career does not dwell on perpetuating fears but rather provides the most up-to-date understanding of the condition. This text includes a real-world discussion of what science and medicine knows what parents and coaches need to understand about concussions evaluation and treatment and possible post-concussive issues like depression. At the heart of this book the authors delve into these issues explaining them in a clear and understandable way.The expertise and experiences of noted sports neurologist Jeffrey Kutcher MD along with reporting and interviews by award-winning sports journalist Joanne C. Gerstner makes this book a timely relevant and real discussion about concussions in youth sports. Athletes and professional coaches who have participated in the formation of this book include two-time Olympic gold medalist soccer player Kate Markgraf former NHL/Team Canada head coach Andy Murray champion X-Games snowboarder Ellery Hollingsworth along with an array of youth parents coaches and athletes from across the country.