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by valeoadminThe saying “underestimate it, and you’re in for a world of hurt” comes to mind, but it is still not fitting. I was aware of the world of hurt to come, but unaware of what to estimate. I had no comparison to measure the Quebec Mega Trail 50 miler (QMT) that I had registered for not...
by valeoadminConcussion is a serious concern for all athletes, particularly for those involved in contact, high-speed or collision sports. These injuries have become a significant issue for certain sports. In fact, some contact sports, such as American or tackle football, are seeing a decline in registration and participation year over year. But, what sport – or...
by valeoadminAcute concussion care A concussion is most commonly spoken about as a sports-related injury. We commonly see concussion in such sports as, hockey, football, cheerleading, soccer and horseback riding. The reality is that these injuries can happen at any time, and not just during sports. A concussion can occur slipping on an icy surface, falling...
by valeoadminHow to identify a concussion during practice/game play Concussion is mainly diagnosed through the symptoms that an athlete may report or through comparison with objective baseline testing measures, if available. If an athlete doesn’t report any symptoms, there are very few visual signs that spotters can look for that may indicate concussion. Here are some...