Your child was treated for a concussion, a mild brain injury
that can result when the head hits an object, or a moving object
strikes the head. It can affect how your child’s brain works for
a while. It may also have made your child lose consciousness for
a while. Your child may have a bad headache. What to Expect at
Home Healing or recovering from a concussion takes time. It may
take days to weeks, or even months. Your child’s condition will
slowly improve. When Your Child First Goes Home Your child may
use acetaminophen (Tylenol) for a headache. Do NOT give her
aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil), naproxen, or other similar
drugs. Feed your child foods that are easy to digest. Light
activity around the home is okay. Avoid letting your child do
rough play and heavy activity. Your child needs rest but does
not need to stay in bed. It is especially important to avoid
play that would result in another, similar, head injury. Have
your child avoid activities that need concentration, such as
reading, homework, an