{"id":22461,"date":"2023-11-03T11:28:30","date_gmt":"2023-11-03T18:28:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/?page_id=22461"},"modified":"2024-11-26T15:57:09","modified_gmt":"2024-11-26T23:57:09","slug":"concussion-care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/health-services\/all-services\/sports-medicine\/concussion-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Concussion Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section id=\"block_def5a2a2d3525b55c228bc7b13b82a32\" class=\"shs-block block-section grid-container has-blue-midnight-background-color\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-concussion-care-at-samaritan-athletic-medicine\">Concussion Care at Samaritan Athletic Medicine<\/h1>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"block_bd93dee59051049607251f750d096b68\" class=\"shs-block block-section grid-container has-blue-midnight-background-color\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Football-Player-Save-338-SS.jpg); background-position:50% 50%;\">\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Samaritan Athletic Medicine (The SAM) aims to return athletes back to sport safely and in a supportive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" id=\"h-our-concussion-care-team\">Our Concussion Care Team<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The SAM\u2019s concussion care team includes sports medicine physicians, athletic trainers, and sport physical therapists. All members have received specialized training in concussion evaluation and management. The concussion care team treats athletes of all ages who participate in sports across all skill levels, including professional, collegiate, and recreational athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"has-overlay\"><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"block_696f86bf8ce2df05b439964060188e68\" class=\"shs-block block-section grid-container has-white-background-color\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sport-related-concussion-care\">Sport-Related Concussion Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After sustaining a suspected concussion, the SAM\u2019s concussion care team collectively works together to ensure that each athlete receives high-quality, evidence-based care as soon as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sport-related concussion symptoms may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Headache<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dizziness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nausea or vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensitivity to indoor lighting, sunlight, or loud noises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty concentrating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poor balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changes in sleep pattern<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would like to schedule an evaluation for a suspected concussion, please email our concussion care team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:samconcussioncare@samhealth.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Email Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"block_8668dab3f07c363565679e29223792a0\" class=\"shs-block block-section grid-container has-blue-light-background-color\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-supporting-you-from-evaluation-to-return-to-sport\">Supporting You From Evaluation to Return-to-Sport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_4c02b597eaa1b0cdc11c5bff3dc042ed\" class=\"shs-block accordion\">\n\t<h3 class=\"accordion-title\">\n\t\t<button\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\tid=\"accordion_title_69f2064e35d759.79636682\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"accordion-control\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\taria-controls=\"accordion_panel_69f2064e35d7a5.72110307\">The Evaluation <span class=\"iconfont-chevron-right\"><\/span><\/button>\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<section\n\t\tid=\"accordion_panel_69f2064e35d7a5.72110307\"\n\t\tclass=\"accordion-panel\"\n\t\taria-labelledby=\"accordion_title_69f2064e35d759.79636682\" style=\"height:0\">\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-evaluating-for-concussion\">Evaluating for Concussion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During your first visit, Samaritan Athletic Medicine\u2019s concussion care team will evaluate you using the latest evidence-based information. Assessment may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/concussion-evaluation-lg-CO.jpg\" alt=\"A physician performs an eye exam to evaluate a patient for concussion.\" class=\"wp-image-50236\" style=\"width:auto;height:440px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/concussion-evaluation-lg-CO.jpg 600w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/concussion-evaluation-lg-CO-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/concussion-evaluation-lg-CO-360x300.jpg 360w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/concussion-evaluation-lg-CO-120x100.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eye tracking and vision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neck and spine integrity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cognitive function.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Memory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to perform sport-related physical activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on your symptoms, additional testing may be indicated, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ImPACT testing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computerized neurocognitive tests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inner ear function<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced vision tests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_2002c2d46d4a20a9fb49e0fd27fa8ec3\" class=\"shs-block accordion\">\n\t<h3 class=\"accordion-title\">\n\t\t<button\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\tid=\"accordion_title_69f2064e360776.61657827\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"accordion-control\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\taria-controls=\"accordion_panel_69f2064e360792.35713491\">Concussion Treatment <span class=\"iconfont-chevron-right\"><\/span><\/button>\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<section\n\t\tid=\"accordion_panel_69f2064e360792.35713491\"\n\t\tclass=\"accordion-panel\"\n\t\taria-labelledby=\"accordion_title_69f2064e360776.61657827\" style=\"height:0\">\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/brain-injury-concept-lg-CO.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful graphic showing the brain inside of a skeletal image and a cut out close up of a synapse connection.\" class=\"wp-image-50239\" style=\"width:auto;height:440px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/brain-injury-concept-lg-CO.jpg 600w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/brain-injury-concept-lg-CO-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/brain-injury-concept-lg-CO-360x300.jpg 360w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/brain-injury-concept-lg-CO-120x100.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We individualize your plan of care based on your specific symptoms and needs. Treatment after a sport-related concussion may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Education on how to manage symptoms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medication and sleep aids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vestibular or visual interventions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balance exercises.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical activity guidelines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aerobic conditioning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening exercises, when appropriate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"block_cc0f7d12e892020ea4151ecd77416c79\" class=\"shs-block accordion\">\n\t<h3 class=\"accordion-title\">\n\t\t<button\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\tid=\"accordion_title_69f2064e362db0.72314446\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"accordion-control\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\taria-controls=\"accordion_panel_69f2064e362dc4.44218757\">Return to Sport <span class=\"iconfont-chevron-right\"><\/span><\/button>\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<section\n\t\tid=\"accordion_panel_69f2064e362dc4.44218757\"\n\t\tclass=\"accordion-panel\"\n\t\taria-labelledby=\"accordion_title_69f2064e362db0.72314446\" style=\"height:0\">\n\t\t<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/return-to-sport-lg-CO.jpg\" alt=\"A silhouetted basketball player making a lay up.\" class=\"wp-image-50237\" style=\"width:auto;height:440px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/return-to-sport-lg-CO.jpg 600w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/return-to-sport-lg-CO-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/return-to-sport-lg-CO-360x300.jpg 360w, https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/return-to-sport-lg-CO-120x100.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-9f1331b7-26f7-4e8f-b8c4-8c36ed0af922\">The final step in the process is returning the athlete back to their sport. Throughout the athlete\u2019s care, the SAM\u2019s concussion care team will continuously re-evaluate and progress treatments, as indicated, to ensure that the athlete is ready and safe to return to sport, school and\/or work, and their daily activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-d57f0172-6835-46e6-88b7-e05ad058bcf1\">The team aims to support the athlete throughout the evaluation and rehabilitation.&nbsp; The collaborative nature of the team permits constant communication between team members and the athlete. If you would like to schedule an evaluation for a suspected sport-related concussion, please email our concussion care team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:samconcussioncare@samhealth.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Email Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"block_e74ce283e2197762b733bed59e44b303\" class=\"shs-block block-slim-section grid-container has-white-background-color\">\n\n\t<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-connect-with-us\">Connect With Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our&nbsp;concussion care&nbsp;team can provide you with more information and help you quickly access our concussion experts, including the area\u2019s only credentialed Concussion Impact Consultant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:samconcussioncare@samhealth.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Email Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\t<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The concussion care team at Samaritan Athletic Medicine works quickly to ensure that you receive high-quality, evidence-based care as soon as possible after sustaining a concussion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":50239,"parent":10494,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_searchwp_excluded":"","_shs_workflow_notes":"","_shs_exclude_from_navigation":false,"_shs_promote_article_on_blogs":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-22461","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/22461","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22461"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/22461\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10494"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/50239"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/samhealth.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22461"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}