Sports injuries can range from minor to severe. While many injuries can be treated with rest, ice, compression, and elevation (the RICE method), others may require immediate medical attention. Some sports injuries require immediate medical attention because of head injuries, fractures, joint dislocations, severe swelling and pain, heat-related illnesses, and uncontrolled bleeding.
With football season in full-swing, concussions and head injuries are in the front of a lot of parents’ and coaches’ minds. With advances in protective gear along with increased awareness …