Definitions for CONCUSSION
kənˈkʌʃ əncon·cus·sion

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. concussionnoun

   injury to the brain caused by a blow; usually resulting in loss of consciousness

2. concussionnoun

   any violent blow

WiktionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. concussionnoun

   a violent collision or shock

2. concussionnoun

   an injury to part of the body, most especially the brain, caused by a violent blow, followed by loss of function

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. CONCUSSIONnoun

   The act of shaking; agitation; tremefaction.

   Etymology: concussio, Lat.

   It is believed that great ringing of bells in populous cities, hath dissipated pestilent air; which may be from the concussion of the air. Francis Bacon, Natural History, №. 127.

   There want not instances of such an universal concussion of the whole globe, as must needs imply an agitation of the whole abyss. John Woodward, Natural History, p. iii.

   The strong concussion on the heaving tide,
   Roll’d back the vessel to the island’s side. Alexander Pope, Odyssey.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Concussion

   A concussion, also known as a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), is a head injury that temporarily affects brain functioning. Symptoms may include loss of consciousness (LOC); memory loss; headaches; difficulty with thinking, concentration, or balance; nausea; blurred vision; sleep disturbances, and mood changes. Any of these symptoms may begin immediately, or appear days after the injury. Concussion should be suspected if a person indirectly or directly hits their head and experiences any of the symptoms of concussion. It is not unusual for symptoms to last 2 weeks in adults and 4 weeks in children. Fewer than 10% of sports-related concussions among children are associated with loss of consciousness.Common causes include motor vehicle collisions, falls, sports injuries, and bicycle accidents. Risk factors include drinking alcohol and a prior history of concussion. The mechanism of injury involves either a direct blow to the head or forces elsewhere on the body that are transmitted to the head. This is believed to result in neuron dysfunction, as there are increased glucose requirements, but not enough blood supply. A thorough evaluation by a qualified medical provider (such as a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner) is required to rule out life-threatening head injuries, injuries to the cervical spine, and neurological conditions. Glasgow coma scale score 13 to 15, loss of consciousness for less than 30 minutes, and memory loss for less than 24 hours may be used to rule out moderate or severe traumatic brain injuries. Diagnostic imaging such as a CT scan or an MRI may also be required to rule out severe head injuries. Routine imaging is not required to diagnose concussion.Prevention of concussions includes the use of a helmet when bicycling or motorbiking. Treatment includes physical and mental rest for 1–2 days, with a gradual step-wise return to activities, school, and work. Prolonged periods of rest may slow recovery and result in greater depression and anxiety. Paracetamol (acetaminophen) or NSAIDs may be recommended to help with a headache. Prescribed aerobic exercise may improve recovery. Physiotherapy may be useful for persistent balance problems, headache, or whiplash; cognitive behavioral therapy may be useful for mood changes. Evidence to support the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy and chiropractic therapy is lacking.Worldwide, concussions are estimated to affect more than 3.5 per 1,000 people a year. Concussions are classified as mild traumatic brain injuries and are the most common type of TBIs. Males and young adults are most commonly affected. Outcomes are generally good. Another concussion before the symptoms of a prior concussion have resolved is associated with worse outcomes. Repeated concussions may also increase the risk in later life of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, Parkinson's disease and depression.

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1. concussion

   A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury that is caused by a blow or other type of impact that shakes the brain inside the skull. This leads to temporary loss of normal brain function, resulting in symptoms such as confusion, temporary memory loss, headache, dizziness, and sometimes loss of consciousness. The severity of symptoms and recovery time can vary widely between individuals.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Concussionnoun

   a shaking or agitation; a shock; caused by the collision of two bodies

2. Concussionnoun

   a condition of lowered functional activity, without visible structural change, produced in an organ by a shock, as by fall or blow; as, a concussion of the brain

3. Concussionnoun

   the unlawful forcing of another by threats of violence to yield up something of value

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How to pronounce CONCUSSION?

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of CONCUSSION in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of CONCUSSION in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

Examples of CONCUSSION in a Sentence

1. Sebastian Vettel:

   I was directly behind him but still too far away to clearly see how the accident happened. I only saw the end of it, the crash did not look that dramatic. Obviously it was a shock to hear that he lost consciousness in the first moments and that he unfortunately suffered a concussion. But thank God it was not worse.

2. Roger Goodell:

   We will continue to look at rules and technology to protect our players, the concussion issue is something we’ve been focused on for several decades.

3. Forrest Petz:

   It’s not like I didn’t take a lot of sub-concussion blows that can also cause damage long-term so it’s in the back of my head.

4. Jeffrey Bazarian:

   We would speculate that the concussion affects a few brain pathways involved with the skill of hitting a ball coming at you at 90 miles per hour.

5. Art Caplan:

   I think the science on concussion is nonexistent. I hear it said. I think it's just talk.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=CONCUSSION
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Concussion
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=CONCUSSION
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Concussion
5. ^ ChatGPT
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6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/CONCUSSION