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Definitions for concuss
kənˈkʌscon·cuss
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Princeton's WordNet
concussverb
shake violently
concussverb
injure the brain; sustain a concussion
Wiktionary
concussverb
To injure the brain of, usually temporarily, by violent impact.
The blow will concuss him.
Etymology: From concussus, the perfect passive participle of concutio, from con- + quatio.
Wikipedia
concuss
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.
ChatGPT
concuss
To concuss means to violently shake or jolt, typically resulting in injury, particularly referring to cases where a person suffers a concussion due to a blow or impact to the head.
Webster Dictionary
Concussverb
to shake or agitate
Concussverb
to force (a person) to do something, or give up something, by intimidation; to coerce
Etymology: [L. concussus, p. p. of concutere. See Concussion.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Concuss
kon-kus′, v.t. to disturb: to overawe: to coerce.—n. Concus′sion, state of being shaken: a violent shock caused by the sudden contact of two bodies: any undue pressure or force exerted upon any one.—adj. Concuss′ive, having the power or quality of concussion. [L. concussus—con, together, quatĕre, to shake.]
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of concuss in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of concuss in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
Translations for concuss
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- veroorzaken, hersenschudding, schudden, door elkaarDutch
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