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.otto.
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This past Wednesday ( january 13) i french fried when i should pizzaed and ended up bangin my head a bit on the snow after catching my tips trying a nollie of a roller...

i ended up having a bit of slurred speech that evening and was a bit nautious and dizzy, doctor said i had a concussion, i have been taking it super easy for the past few days with no physical and mental activity. I feel 100%

the catch is,in one week i have a ski trip out to colorado skiing January 21, 22, and 23. I will be flying out. I paid a bunch of money for it and i really really want to go but my parents dont want me to.

My question is,- is it a bad idea to go, and if so why?
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Jan 15 2016 12:32PM
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Pachankz
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I just had one too, no slurred speech or nausea but had memory loss and head hurt for like a week.
Take your time and take it easy man . Only get one brain in this life.
Jan 15 2016 12:51PM
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.otto.
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PachankzI just had one too, no slurred speech or nausea but had memory loss and head hurt for like a week.
Take your time and take it easy man . Only get one brain in this life.


true but all the dizzyness and headache lasted for only and hour or too, i feel perfect now no headache. when will you start skiing again?
Jan 15 2016 12:54PM
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chacha33
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Ive had a few gnarly head bonks in my day and I say its up to you. Is it really worth it to gout there and take it easy on the bunny hill the whole time? Evaluate how hard you would shred as that is equally proportionate to how much that trip is worth it. If not try to get some $$ back and invest in a new helmet
Jan 15 2016 12:58PM
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Pachankz
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.otto.true but all the dizzyness and headache lasted for only and hour or too, i feel perfect now no headache. when will you start skiing again?


It's been a week today. I probably will go this Monday. I was taken by ambulance to the hospital because I couldn't remember shit .
I also strained muscles in my neck and abdomen so my whole body needed a week to heal.
Jan 15 2016 1:00PM
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Session
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Fighters get suspended for 120 days after a concussive event. If you think a ski trip is worth risking the health of your brain, then go ahead. But be careful.
Jan 15 2016 1:04PM
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BrothsTopaz
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The best advice I have for you is to go! Regardless of you having a concussion, that doesn't limit you from having a good time in a place other than shitty Michigan. Enjoy it. Get some good food, hang with friends (or family) and enjoy.
Jan 15 2016 1:06PM
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shin-bang
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I would go, since you payed so much and stuff, But definitely take it easy
Jan 15 2016 1:11PM
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OregonDead
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Have you already finished all of your schooling and locked into a career with a union or something so you can't get canned?
Jan 15 2016 1:20PM
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.otto.
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PachankzIt's been a week today. I probably will go this Monday. I was taken by ambulance to the hospital because I couldn't remember shit .
I also strained muscles in my neck and abdomen so my whole body needed a week to heal.


Thats crazy, i was able to drive home from my ski area, but it kicked in about 45 minutes later with slurred speach and all, that kinda freaked my parents, but your sounds alottt worse


also with helmets, is my helmet not useful anymore? should i get a new one?

thanks for all the opinions
Jan 15 2016 1:20PM
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seanahue.
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Were you ever evaluated for a baseline test...?

I would go, but don't have your heart set on skiing to the point where you make a foolish choice and risk your health. Do some rigorous physical activity (that doesn't put your noggin in jeopardy) a few days before you go and see how it feels. If it still doesn't feel right, no shame in just going to check out a new place and not shredding. There's plenty of sweet shit to do out here besides skiing after all
Jan 15 2016 1:21PM
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.otto.
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seanahue.Were you ever evaluated for a baseline test...?

I would go, but don't have your heart set on skiing to the point where you make a foolish choice and risk your health. Do some rigorous physical activity (that doesn't put your noggin in jeopardy) a few days before you go and see how it feels. If it still doesn't feel right, no shame in just going to check out a new place and not shredding. There's plenty of sweet shit to do out here besides skiing after all


im taking the test today with a trainer from my highschool in about an hour.. ill post my results when im done, its just going to be really difficult convincing my worrisome parents other wise
Jan 15 2016 1:27PM
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OregonDead
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.otto.Thats crazy, i was able to drive home from my ski area, but it kicked in about 45 minutes later with slurred speach and all, that kinda freaked my parents, but your sounds alottt worse


also with helmets, is my helmet not useful anymore? should i get a new one?

thanks for all the opinions


If you hit your head hard enough to get a concussion then you should retire the helmet you were wearing. You might be able to get a discount on a new one if you contact the manufacturer.
Jan 15 2016 1:33PM
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Sounder
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I would definitely go. I've given myself a minor concussion or two along with whiplash and then gone out and had a mad fun day within a week. Just stay stocked up on tylenol/ibuprofen...
Jan 15 2016 1:35PM
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.otto.
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SounderI would definitely go. I've given myself a minor concussion or two along with whiplash and then gone out and had a mad fun day within a week. Just stay stocked up on tylenol/ibuprofen...


thats what im thinking...
but how bad would it be to hit my head again and compound the concussion
Jan 15 2016 1:37PM
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B.Quincy
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.otto.im taking the test today with a trainer from my highschool in about an hour.. ill post my results when im done, its just going to be really difficult convincing my worrisome parents other wise


How long have you been symtomn free? If over a week then its questionable, if over two weeks which i know would put your right before then you should be good. But be careful ive had three and two were within a month of eachother during ski season and i went skiing about a week and a half later and ended up getting symtomns back and doctors got really mad at me. It actually made the concussion way worse because they said that skiing is almost worse on it than a contact sport because of how involved it is and almost every aspect that concusions affect is used while skiing. I definitely still feel the affects of my concusions and it sucks.
td;lr : I wouldn't go despite what people say, your parents are right it can fuck you up.
Jan 15 2016 1:40PM
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Sounder
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.otto.thats what im thinking...
but how bad would it be to hit my head again and compound the concussion


I don't know, to be fully honest. But I'd just take it easy and try not to hit my head too hard if I were you.

From past experience I can say that it seems just as difficult to compound the concussion after a week or two as it was to get the concussion in the first place. But I'm no doctor and my word shouldn't be taken as medical advice...
Jan 15 2016 1:42PM
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.otto.
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B.QuincyHow long have you been symtomn free? If over a week then its questionable, if over two weeks which i know would put your right before then you should be good. But be careful ive had three and two were within a month of eachother during ski season and i went skiing about a week and a half later and ended up getting symtomns back and doctors got really mad at me. It actually made the concussion way worse because they said that skiing is almost worse on it than a contact sport because of how involved it is and almost every aspect that concusions affect is used while skiing. I definitely still feel the affects of my concusions and it sucks.
td;lr : I wouldn't go despite what people say, your parents are right it can fuck you up.


i have been pretty much symptom free 24 hours after it happened, i might feel a little dizzy at times but thats it,
Jan 15 2016 1:43PM
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B.Quincy
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.otto.i have been pretty much symptom free 24 hours after it happened, i might feel a little dizzy at times but thats it,


Yeah thats still not good. And hate to be deby downer here btw. Best thing is to go to a dark room and sleep wouldnt be on ns even rn. I know it sucks but its best.
Jan 15 2016 1:49PM
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Anguz_li
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Don't do to many spins, and get off electronics
Jan 15 2016 1:51PM
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theabortionator
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You should be fine honestly. Just take it easy.

I def would never skip a non refundable trip unless I really wasn't feeling it was possible.

I've had a fuck ton of head injuries. Just be careful, and keep it mellow. i feel like being a week and change out you'll be alright, it doesn't sound like you had too many in the past. Go send it and slay some powder.

I almost canceled my trip to NZ last summer because of a bad concussion. I was all fucked up, couldn't really walk that well, couldn't do much of anything. Ended up sending it because it was a good opportunity. I didn't shred the park as hard as I would have liked to, but I had a great time.

I would go but that's just a guy from the intrawebz 2 cents.

Good luck!
Jan 15 2016 1:52PM
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powderwhor
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Go to your doctor and ask for a concussion screening. Ask the doctor if you are cleared for skiing. Its as simple as that. If you feel 100% and no longer have any symptoms, you should be good to go. I would say you are definitely good to ski, just take it easy if you're concerned.
Jan 15 2016 2:41PM
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gnar_whal
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Op seek a real doctor for medical advice, taking advice from ns doctors isn't the best idea
Jan 15 2016 2:47PM
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JAlps
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gnar_whalOp seek a real doctor for medical advice, taking advice from ns doctors isn't the best idea


This. The only people who can tell you the real answer is a REAL doctor. No, they aren't out to get you and to take away your sweet turns in CO... they are trying to make sure you don't have to wear a helmet and sit in a wheel chair the rest of your life.

I have a friend who got a concussion from football... a few weeks later on his first week back in gym class (he got approved by the doctor) took a basketball to the head and got it compounded.... he can't play sports anymore because one more concussion and he will have permanent brain loss. I'd say play it safe, you have your whole life to shred and your brain matters more than your money.


I also second the other opinions to just go to CO and do some cool stuff! It really is an awesome place outside of skiing.
Jan 15 2016 2:57PM
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theabortionator
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NightFantasiesThis. The only people who can tell you the real answer is a REAL doctor. No, they aren't out to get you and to take away your sweet turns in CO... they are trying to make sure you don't have to wear a helmet and sit in a wheel chair the rest of your life.

I have a friend who got a concussion from football... a few weeks later on his first week back in gym class (he got approved by the doctor) took a basketball to the head and got it compounded.... he can't play sports anymore because one more concussion and he will have permanent brain loss. I'd say play it safe, you have your whole life to shred and your brain matters more than your money.


I also second the other opinions to just go to CO and do some cool stuff! It really is an awesome place outside of skiing.




So you're saying listen to the doctor, but the doctor is full of shit.


Also why the hell would he go to CO and not ski? If he's good at skiing, it isn't necessarily that risky. Maybe don't drop giant cliffs, or go all out in the bigger parks, but the trip is paid for, no point in not enjoying it.
Jan 15 2016 3:14PM
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JAlps
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I'm saying even with immediate clearance there is no guarantee... when you get a concussion your brain is in a vulnerable state. If he falls over standing still in the lift line and hits his head he could get a compound concussion, its that easy.
Jan 15 2016 4:00PM
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theabortionator
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NightFantasiesI'm saying even with immediate clearance there is no guarantee... when you get a concussion your brain is in a vulnerable state. If he falls over standing still in the lift line and hits his head he could get a compound concussion, its that easy.



Well, maybe being 70% german, 30% house cat is paying off. I don't think I've ever fallen over while standing in a lift line.

Call me reckless but I think I'd consider that a safe place.

I mean, OP could fall rolling out of bed. I'm not saying skiing doesn't have it's dangers, but if you go out and cruise, you aren't really putting yourself in too much danger.

If OP rides the gondola is that ok? Then he can board it in his ski boots, and only needs to click in at the top of the run.
Jan 15 2016 4:06PM
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Skibumsam521
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I Hit my head on the bottom of a hotel pool on my way out west trying to do a backflip. Took like 4 ibuprofen to keep the swelling down and went to bed. Minor head ache in the morning but felt good after 8 hrs in the car. Skied hard no prob next 3 days.

Side note if you have enough of a concern to ask for medical advice on a Web forum prob not a good idea
Jan 15 2016 4:06PM
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JAlps
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BortyWell, maybe being 70% german, 30% house cat is paying off. I don't think I've ever fallen over while standing in a lift line.

Call me reckless but I think I'd consider that a safe place.

I mean, OP could fall rolling out of bed. I'm not saying skiing doesn't have it's dangers, but if you go out and cruise, you aren't really putting yourself in too much danger.

If OP rides the gondola is that ok? Then he can board it in his ski boots, and only needs to click in at the top of the run.


It's an example chill, not sure why you gotta be sarcastic... I'm just saying anything can happen, regardless of how good you are. Of course OP could fall rolling out of bed, he could trip on a doormat, anything could happen... skiing is a much riskier situation than that any way you put it. I still don't understand why people disregard the opinions of medical professionals. They went to 11+ years of medical school to learn about this kind of thing, they are the ones with the best guess of your current condition.

The risk is ultimately up to you but I would rather play it safe until healed than risk never being able to ride again.
Jan 15 2016 4:18PM
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.otto.
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My argument to my parents is kinda like what borty is talking about

i could end up not going on this ski trip and just fall skiing or doing something here anyways

I went into talk to the our highschool medical sports dude and he said ill be good to ski for my trip... but then again he isnt a doctor and is used to shipping out football players to go back to play as soon as possible after their concussions
Jan 15 2016 4:45PM
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theabortionator
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.otto.My argument to my parents is kinda like what borty is talking about

i could end up not going on this ski trip and just fall skiing or doing something here anyways

I went into talk to the our highschool medical sports dude and he said ill be good to ski for my trip... but then again he isnt a doctor and is used to shipping out football players to go back to play as soon as possible after their concussions


It's really up to you. Will you be 100%? If not how healthy will you be. Can you deal with taking a risk, or can you keep yourself from sending it off everything?

Even if you're kind of in a shit spot, if you can ski mellow without getting ridiculous you can still have fun cruising.

Like if you have a broken arm. You aren't supposed to ski, but you take it easy and don't do anything stupid.
Jan 15 2016 5:16PM
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spacelunch
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Lay off the tv and electronics it's overstimulating and you'll get more headaches and feel worse
Jan 15 2016 5:51PM
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Jaybrtn
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It sucks that you already spent the money, so I'd go but either don't ski, or ski very very lightly. The possibility of permanent brain damage isn't worth it, even if you feel ok. There will be plenty more ski trips in your life where you can go hard. I wouldn't risk it.
Jan 15 2016 5:53PM
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