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Head Trauma (Injury)

Types of Head Injuries

Scalp: cut, scrape, bruise or scalp hematoma (goose egg).
Skull Bone: bruises, fracture.
Concussion: A concussion is a minor injury to the brain. Symptoms include a brief period of confusion or amnesia (loss of memory) following head injury. Some individuals with concussion may have loss of consciousness at the time of the head injury. All adults with a possible concussion should have a neurological examination performed by a physician.
Serious Brain Injury: The seriousness of injury to the brain can be identified by Persisting Neurological Symptoms, which include the symptoms identified below. If these symptoms are present after a head injury, an ambulance should be called:
- Difficult to awaken.
- Confused or slow thinking and talking.
- Slurred speech.
- Numbness or weakness of arms or legs.
- Unsteady walking.

CAUTION: Neck Injury

The possibility of a neck injury should also be considered in all individuals with an injury to the head. Neck pain and arm or leg numbness or weakness should be taken seriously.