Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with head injury.

After: After a head injury, avoid sedating medications.

If: If you are on a blood thinning medication and suffer from a head injury, get checked out by a doctor.

Ignore: Get neurological and osteopathic medical consults to provide maximum support for tx options.

Ignore: It may take months to recover from a concussion. Watch symptoms closely.

Rest: Rest can be very helpful to help the brain heal after head injury.

Avoid: Avoid activities that could cause reinjury after a head injury, such as contact sports.

If: If you are over 65 years old and suffer a head injury, you should have a CAT scan of the head.

Ignore: Abstain from sports until your doctor says it's okay to participate again!

Ignore: See a physician who treats concussions so that you can return to exercise and work safely.

Do: Do have a CT scan if you are taking blood thinners.

Ignore: Head injury causes strain on relationships, marriage therapy can help U & your spouse cope.

Don't: Don't leave a person alone after a head injury. Back to ER for nausea, too sleepy, or confusion.

Ignore: Be positive and don't worry about memory problems. Recovery is slow.

Ignore: Get regular sleep. Limit alcohol consumption. Work on cognitive skills. Do puzzles.

Ignore: Wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle prevents death in 37% of riders and 41% of passengers.

Ignore: Do be evaluated by neurologist, Don't ignore it Don't put head in sand Do follow the plan of care.