The Epidemiology of Sports-Related Concussions in Youth Athletics.

Authors: Salih Ali Alsalloum, Naif Ruwaydhan Olaiq AlRuwaydhan, Osamah Mousa Almutairi, Talal Hamad Ibrahim Alsalhi, Sami Suliman Saleh alateeq, Ahmed Abdullah Sharkh Alsharekh

DOI: https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11949147

Short DOI: https://doi.org/gtztgk

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Sports-related concussions in youth athletics have become a growing concern in recent years due to the potential long-term consequences associated with these injuries. This essay aims to explore the epidemiology of sports-related conc in youth athletics, focusing on the prevalence, risk factors, and outcomes of these injuries. The methodology involves analyzing existing research studies and reports on the topic, with a specific focus on the concussion rates in different sports and age groups. The results indicate that sports-related concussions are a significant issue in youth athletics, with certain sports such as football and soccer carrying a higher risk of these injuries. The discussion explores the implications of these findings and highlights the importance of implementing preventive measures to reduce the incidence of concussions in young athletes. In conclusion, it is evident that more research and awareness are needed to address the epidemiology of sports-related concussions in youth athletics effectively.

Keywords: sports-related concussions, youth athletics, epidemiology, prevalence, risk factors, outcomes

Paper Id: 230686

Published On: 2019-02-15

Published In: Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2019

Cite This: The Epidemiology of Sports-Related Concussions in Youth Athletics. - Salih Ali Alsalloum, Naif Ruwaydhan Olaiq AlRuwaydhan, Osamah Mousa Almutairi, Talal Hamad Ibrahim Alsalhi, Sami Suliman Saleh alateeq, Ahmed Abdullah Sharkh Alsharekh - IJIRMPS Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2019. DOI https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11949147

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