Concussions occur when a child bumps their head. While children are naturally clumsy and bump their heads frequently, there are a few signs to look for to determine if the head bump is just a minor injury that can be treated with an ice pack, or something more serious like a concussion.

The loss of consciousness is the biggest indicator of a concussion. If your child bumps their head and is no longer responsive, contact emergency services immediately. Other symptoms of a concussion include severe headache, vision that is blurred, trouble walking, confusion, or slurred speech.

The best treatment for a concussion is emergency services.