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I suffered four concussions (One of Grade 3, One of Grade 2, and Two of Grade 1) over the last six years all through recreation hockey. A few of them were blind side hits which were pretty bad. I am still feeling lingering affects (PCS) from the last one which was 10 months ago. I can barely skate at 100 percent on ice or even moderate workouts without feeling nauseous or severe headaches.
There are days where I feel normal and good then there are days where I don't feel like leaving the bed. I have a heck of a time concentrating at work. I would often get irritated very easier as well getting angry at others for something non-significant.
My suggestion to others is to check with the doctors if you feel you are starting to have concussion like symptoms immediately. Please also take your time to make sure that you are fully healed before continuing physical sporting activities as I rushed back as soon as the symptoms were gone and ended back at step 1.
I even purchased the Cascade M11 helmet and worn mouth guards last year which still wasn't enough. The doctors recommended that I do not play any sports for least a full year or possibly just giving it up completely which is very hard for me.
After reading the article posted above, I am seriously frightened for my health as I am few years away from being 30 soon. I do not want to have dementia or Alzheimer when I am in my forties.
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