For what it's worth
Concussion grading scales
Update on Edwards late this afternoon
Obviously, if he was in bad shape he would not have been doing that. But let's wait to hear from coach Jauron because speculating about the severity of his injury doesn't really serve a purpose. I'm just trying to give fans an idea on what he was capable of a few hours after suffering the injury, not whether they should be encouraged or discouraged. So take it for what it's worth. --- |
As far as the Bills are concerned they don't grade concussions. They simply label Trent Edwards' injury, for example, as a concussion, and follow their own standards with respect to symptoms and treatment. The three most widely used scales mentioned above don't vary all that much so simply for reference here is the American Academy of Neurology's grading scale. Grade 1 - Confusion, symptoms last less than 15 minutes, no loss of consciousness Recommendation - remove from contest, examine immediately and at 5-minute intervals. Grade 2 - Symptoms last more than 15 minutes, no loss of consciousness Recommendation - remove from contest for remainder of day, examine on site often, examine the next day by a doctor. Grade 3 - Any loss of consciousness, brief or prolonged Recommendation - transport athlete to nearest emergency department if still unconscious, have a thorough neurologic exam. Naturally professional athletes that suffer any kind of concussion are monitored closely by training staffs and examined daily and likely to be run through a battery of tests, which will be measured against a baseline test taken prior to the season to determine if there is any difference in brain function. An MRI is likely as well. As far as returning to action on the field is concerned, each case is different with respect to recovery. --- |
He usually speaks closer to 12:30 or 1pm, so an update on Trent Edwards condition will be provided a bit later in the afternoon. We'll have full coverage on the home page and alert you via v-text as soon as the news comes down. |
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