Sports medicine stats: High school athletes’ perceptions of concussions
Dr. David Geier is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist in Charleston, South Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina. He helps athletes and active people feel and perform their best, regardless of age, injuries and medical history. He has been featured in major media publications and shows over 2,500 times throughout his career.
A survey of high school athletes reveals their lack of understanding on the seriousness and severity of concussions. When asked if they have ever had their “bell rung”, 65.4% answered “yes”. However, only 38% reported having had a concussion, suggesting high school athletes often fail to realize when they have actually sustained one.
Source: Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, 2014
Through the stories of a dozen athletes whose injuries and recovery advanced the field (including Joan Benoit, Michael Jordan, Brandi Chastain, and Tommy John), Dr. Geier explains how sports medicine makes sports safer for the pros, amateurs, student-athletes, and weekend warriors alike.
A survey of high school athletes reveals their lack of understanding on the seriousness and severity of concussions. When asked if they have ever had their “bell rung”, 65.4% answered “yes”. However, only 38% reported having had a concussion, suggesting high school athletes often fail to realize when they have actually sustained one.