A concussion is a brain injury that is the result of an impact to the head, face, neck, or body. A concussion can be sustained by a person at any age. Falls are the leading cause of concussion in children and youth. As a health provider you have an opportunity to teach your clients about concussions and how to prevent them from occurring.

Key Messages

• Remind your clients that falls can occur from activities such as cycling or walking
• Teach your clients about how they can keep their kids safe while engaging in recreational activities. Clients can visit Myhealthab.ca to learn about Playground Safety.
• Work with your clients to prevent falls in children. Clients can visit parachutecanada.org to learn about home safety.
• Speak to your clients about installing safety devices to windows to limit the distance a window can open to no more than 10 cm (4 inches).
• Encourage your clients to not let their children use trampolines.
• Teach your clients about the signs and symptoms of a concussion

Other great resources from parachutecanada.org such as the Concussion Guide For Parents and Caregivers and Concussion Ed can teach your clients more about concussions and how to prevent them.