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Can falling unconscious on concrete cause spinal damage and/or a concussion?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes to both. At a minimum a head concussion with a variety of possible more complicated conditions, such as an intracranial bleed to a spinal fracture. Usually needs to be evaluated at a local hospital as circumstances that might have led to the loss of consciousness, if prior to fall, have to be medically cleared as well.

Answered 5/22/2021

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Yes, as depending how you land, can result in skull or vertebral fractures, and/or damage to brain and/ or spinal cord. As asked, the primary question is why you became unconscious, and of course, there are many reasons. If you have significant post-traumatic issues, these will need medical attention ASAP

Answered 5/23/2021

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