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Concussion Risks at the Pool or Beach

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Concussions can occur at almost any point in time. Concussions sustained during the summer months can put a pause on fun in the sun. From airborne beach umbrellas to amusement park mishaps, concussions can be sustained in a variety of ways.

Concussions are no day at the beach

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Concussion Risks at the Pool or Beach

Concussions are no day at the beach. Here are just a few ways we’ve seen it happen:

  • By hitting the water too hard
  • On amusement park rides
  • From windblown objects
  • While packing/unpacking the car

What is a concussion?

A concussion is an injury caused by direct or indirect forces that cause neurochemical and cellular changes in the brain.

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