Football concussions
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The document discusses the football concussion epidemic, detailing what a concussion is, common symptoms, and levels of severity. It notes that football is the highest risk sport for concussions for males, with professional football players experiencing 900-1500 head blows per season. While helmet technology and NFL concussion protocols have improved, concussions remain a major problem - once a player has had a concussion, they are more likely to sustain another if injured again. Advancements cannot eliminate concussions, and repeated brain injuries increase risks of long-term damage.
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However, in 2023, they played one another twice, with France endearing both matches 4-0 and 2-1 individually. Against Poland and Austria, the Netherlands also have a stout record, winning just under half the matches. They faced Austria at Euro 2020, engaging 2-0, and they haven't lost to Poland since 1979.
The lettering is on the wall for Holland to qualify for the knockouts, but nothing is failsafe. The Netherlands kickstart their Euros campaign against Poland on Sunday, June 16th. In Hamburg, they will have to go up against one of the best strikers in the world, Robert Lewandowski.
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Five days later, they travel south to face France in Leipzig, a side led by Kylian Mbappe - one of the finest players in the world currently and one of the most impressive players in his nation's history. To conclude, they face Austria in Berlin, knowing it could be the end of the road if they don't perform.
Ronald Koeman is widely considered one of the more successful Dutch managers in Premier League history, considering the nation has a reputation for struggling to replicate their talents in England. The former Everton manager went against that script and shone — and now he is back managing his nation.
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From a young age, Psaroudakis showed an innate talent for football. Growing up in Heraklion, he spent countless hours playing football in local parks and streets with friends and family. His natural ability was evident even in these informal settings, and his enthusiasm for the game was infectious. By the age of five, Psaroudakis had joined a local youth football club, where his skills began to flourish. His father’s role as his first coach during these formative years was crucial, as he emphasized not only technical skills but also the importance of discipline and teamwork.
The transition from playing in local parks to joining a structured football environment marked a significant step in Psaroudakis’ journey. At the age of ten, he joined the youth academy of OFI Crete, one of Greece’s most esteemed football clubs. This move marked the beginning of a more rigorous and professional approach to his training. The academy environment was demanding, focusing on honing technical abilities and instilling values of sportsmanship and dedication. Psaroudakis’ dedication to his craft was evident as he quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a standout player in the youth teams.
The support of Psaroudakis’ family was unwavering during this critical period. His father continued to be a source of guidance and mentorship, while his mother ensured that he had everything he needed to succeed. Their collective efforts created a balanced environment where Psaroudakis could focus entirely on his development as a footballer. This familial support was not just about providing the basics; it was about creating an environment where Psaroudakis felt encouraged and motivated to pursue his dreams relentlessly.
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"Of course, you prefer to take players who are fully fit, but that's okay. We want to wait and be patient for some players even if they cannot play in those first matches," he told a press conference. The 37-year-old Vertonghen, Belgium’s Euro Cup 2024 most-capped international with 154 appearances, is struggling to shake off a groin injury.
"He will be there normally. This also applies to Youri Tielemans and Arthur Theate. The latter's position is very sensitive. We don't have many choices at left back. "It will only change if it turns out that they will only be available when, say, the final of the Euro 2024 Championship comes around. That's too long to wait. "However, I am confident that the injured boys are on track for the Euros.
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Some of them have taken not one but two steps forward in their rehabilitation," he said. None of the injured players will feature in this week’s warm-up friendlies against Montenegro and Luxembourg. Romania centre-back Radu Dragusin found chances limited at Tottenham Hotspur in the second half of the 2023-24 season.
But is crucial to his country's cause at UEFA Euro 2024 where his aerial ability, physicality and hard graft make him a standout player. The 22-year-old moved to North London from Italian side Genoa in January but was kept on the sidelines by the form of another new arrival for the season, Mickey van de Ven, something Romania coach Edward Iordanescu admitted was a concern.
It will mean limited game-time going into the finals, but Dragusin, who cites Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk as a role model, started every Euro Cup Germany qualifier as Romania went through the campaign unbeaten in their 10 games. He will be among their most important players in their first game in Germany against Ukraine in Munich on June 17, taking the right centre-back role in what is likely to be a back four.
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Football concussions
- 1. The Football Concussion Epidemic BY ADAM SONDUCK
- 2. Webster defines a concussion as; a : a stunning, damaging, or shattering effect from a hard blow; especially : a jarring injury of the brain resulting in disturbance of cerebral function b : a hard blow or collision
- 3. About.com defines, more specifically, sports concussion as; Concussions are traumatic head injuries that occur from both mild and severe blows to the head. Some head injuries may appear to be mild but research is finding that concussions can have serious, long-term effects, especially repeat head injuries or cumulative concussions. A concussion is typically caused by a severe head trauma during which the brain moves violently within the skull. The brain cells all fire at once, much like a seizure. Some studies show that patients who suffer a concussion appear to have the brain activity of people in a coma.
- 4. Common Concussion Symptoms Imbalance Headache Confusion Memory Loss Loss of Consciousness Vision Change Hearing Change Mood Change Fatigue Malaise
- 5. Concussions Levels of Severity Guidelines for Athletes Grade 1: Confusion lasting less than 15 minutes. Grade 2: Confusion and amnesia lasting more than 15 minutes Grade 3: Brief unconsciousness, more serious amnesia. Grade 1: May return to sport after 15 minutes if symptoms are gone. Grade 2: May return to sport after one symptom-free week. Grade 3: May return to sport after two symptom-free weeks.
- 7. Concussions and Football A professional football player will encounter 900 to 1500 blows to the head during a season. Impact speed of a football player tackling a stationary player: 25mph A college lineman experiences over 1,000 sub concussive head hits in an average season. Football is the most common sport with concussion risk for males (75% chance of concussion) Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a degenerative disease of the brain and is associated with repeated head traumas like concussions.
- 8. NFL Facts The NFL was founded in 1920, and consisted of 10 teams. The NFL is a 10 Billion dollar a year business. Today 32 teams make up the National Football League. Roger Goodell is the current NFL commissioner.
- 9. NFL Concussion Settlement Facts The NFL has agreed to a settlement of $765 million. The lawsuit was filed by more that 4,500 former players $75 million designated for baseline testing $10 million designated for medical research and education Remaining disbursements are as follows: $5 million to young retiree with ALS, $1.6 million to 50 year old with Alzheimer’s disease, and $25,000 to 80 year old with early dementia.
- 10. NFL Concussion Stats 2013: 228 diagnosed concussions, and only 152 were reported on the NFL’s official injury report 2012: 261 diagnosed concussions, and only 171 were reported on the NFL’s official injury report 2012/2013 combined: 49.5% of players never missed a game after suffering a concussion.
- 12. ATTEMPTS AT SAFETY Steve Wallace, who suffered countless concussions through his career, was required to wear a Styrofoam cap on top of his helmet to reduce the impact of concussions
- 13. RIDDELL REVOLUTION Originally released in 2002, Claimed to reduce chances of a concussion by 31%. Currently Used by 83% of NFL players. Helmet is designed around the head’s center of gravity. Now come equipped with Head Impact Telemetry Systems (HITS) technology.
- 14. Head Impact Telemetry Systems (HITS) Technology The HIT system is able to measure how hard, how often, and where on the helmet the impact occurs, as well as recording the acceleration of the head, to enable researchers to determine head impact exposure.
- 15. THE BOTTOM LINE Advancements in helmet technology cannot eliminate concussions. Once you have had a concussion, your more likely to get another one if you suffer an additional brain injury – and the brain is more susceptible to to long term damage if you do.