Concussion FAQs with Neurologist Harry Kerasidis, MD
Neurologist Harry Kerasidis, MD is the co-founder and inspiration behind of XLNTBrain™, the comprehensive concussion management system. He authored Concussion-ology: Redefining Sports Concussion Management for All Levels which published in December. Here is a brief excerpt from the book, addressing common and frequently asked questions about concussions. What if the head injury happens during a […]
3 Ways Most Concussion Protocols Fail
3 Ways Most Concussion Protocols Fail Science shows sport concussion misnomers with gender differences, gaming the tests, and return-to-learn protocols are now being addressed with new technology, moving past “paper and pencil days” By Harry Kerasidis, MD The latest in concussion science shows previously used — although considered “standards” for many years — concussion protocols […]
New Standard: Concussion Testing with Annual Pediatric Exams
5 Basics Every Parent Should Expect By Harry Kerasidis, MD Recent changes to concussion protocols raise previous standards of clinical pediatric care. Pediatricians and Family Practitioners are now in position to adopt a new standard of care, which will have positive side effects for the patient and practice vitality. As a neurologist treating concussions for […]
How Do You Recognize a Concussion? Important Tips From a Neurologist
“By being watchful for the signs and symptoms. This includes disorientation, imbalance, incoordination, confusion, headache, nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound. These can lead to problems with sleeping, problems with mood, and even problems with focus and memory.” — Harry Kerasidis, MD, neurologist with 25 years studying, treating concussion injuries. He is co-founder of […]
Understanding Concussion Repercussions: Brain Drama
By Harry Kerasidis, MD — Excerpt from Concussion-ology, chapter 8 “Brain Drama.” Dr. Kerasidis outlines the critical consequences of the most dangerous question in sports, whether to allow an athlete to “play or sit” after sustaining a possible concussion. From the moment an athlete sustains a hit that bumps the brain against the inner table of […]
Does Your Sports Team Comply? 3 Tips to Know, What to Do
This may surprise to you — because it’s not well-publicized — but your state governs how you handle sports concussions. Every state in America has legislated various concussion-related protocols, concussion tests and procedures for various sports and levels, largely inspired by Washington State’s groundbreaking Zackery Lystedt Law. This begs the question: Does your sports team […]
Concussion and The Brain: Basic Anatomy Explains Odd Behaviors
Excerpt from “Concussion-ology: Redefining Sports Concussion Management for All Levels” by Harry Kerasidis, MD, published by Author House, September 2015. Considering all the questions the movie Concussion and CTE are bringing to light, here’s a section from my book that helps put the most important organ in our body — the brain — into […]
Demystifying Sport Concussion Baseline Testing
Five common myths, and what you need to know about these tests. While the controversial movie “Concussion” draws attention, one important preseason test plays an important supporting role. Here’s the bottom line on baseline testing. By Harry Kerasidis M.D. on December 08, 2015 in Brain Trauma, as published by Psychologytoday.com. Finally concussions, and Dr. Bennet […]
Debunking Concussion Myths: Tips for Unconscious Player
In “Concussion-ology,” author Harry Kerasidis, MD debunks common myths about handling concussions. Here’s one of the most common: MYTH: Move unconscious player off the field of play immediately. Wrong. Never move an unconscious individual until a neck or spinal cord injury can be ruled out. Also, do the ABCs, check airway, breathing and cardiovascular pulse […]