Trainer: Dr. Lola Chambless
Length: 10:13 Minutes
Dr. Lola Chambless is the Neurosurgery Residency Program Director and an associate professor of Neurological Surgery at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tenn. She's also a lifelong equestrian. In this video, she discusses why it’s important to wear a helmet while participating in equestrian activities to reduce the risk of concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI). She also explains traumatic brain injury and concussion symptoms, what to do if an equestrian sustains a fall or a blow to the head, and how to return to the sport after experiencing one of these head injuries.
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Traumatic Brain Injuries Concussions Returning to Play Helmet SafetyThis video is brought to you by Charles Owen.