Recent studies have shown that young female athletes (11-20 years old) take on average 6 days longer to recover from concussion related symptoms and return to their respective sport?

Parents, pay close attention to your student athlete (boy or girl) to see if they continue to exhibit symptoms of a concussion, i.e. extreme fatigue, loss of memory, easily irritated, loss of appetite, and lack of coordination.

Remember, it is better to err on the side of caution when dealing with head and brain injuries. Let me know if you have any questions,

Thanks,

Ed Deboo, PT

Physical Therapy, Bellingham, WA