Caroline out for Texas [merged thread]

[Gluap]

Caroline should, given medical clearance , decide what she is able to do. Geno of course has to weigh it all against impact on team. But frankly a potentially larger distraction is a message he didn't do all he could to support Caroline. Kids I am sure on the ground now better than us what is real. If u all are really concerned about supporting than do so. Do not just say as a vail over how does it impact our wins which is frankly what seems to behind a number of posts.

 

[browns]

Sad but unless things change drastically I don't think Geno should count on Caroline any time in the near future

 

[Cuango]

Caroline should, given medical clearance , decide what she is able to do. Geno of course has to weigh it all against impact on team. But frankly a potentially larger distraction is a message he didn't do all he could to support Caroline. Kids I am sure on the ground now better than us what is real. If u all are really concerned about supporting than do so. Do not just say as a vail over how does it impact our wins which is frankly what seems to behind a number of posts.

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[Fairfield Fan]

I have been thinking for a while that Caroline should retire from the game. Head/neck injuries that persist, must be taken seriously. We'll see what happens. But her "problem" ( neck?) is obviously not a quick fix. This is dismaying, but not a surprise.

Exactly. Or shut her down for the remainder of the season, and see how she feels next year. Multiple concussions, with symptoms lasting years. Extremely serious. Just tell her no more basketball this season.

 

[Fairfield Fan]

I agree, Caroline needs to give up basketball. Anyone who has seen the movie "Concussion" knows that damage from head injuries is cumulative. How could she possibly be able to play with constant fear that the next blow could be life-altering?

Let's stop using the "head injuries" dodge, they're concussions.

 

[Beemer]

Caroline's situation reminds me of what hockey player Marc Savard endured after suffering several concussions in his career. The last concussion wasn't from a huge hit just a regular check but the after effects lasted a few years- headaches, seeing lights, dizziness, etc. the whole post concussion syndrome. For a long time he couldn't work at all. Finally his brain healed and he is now a successful coach.

I fear Caroline is going through the same thing she just hasn't reached the point where she knows she has to let basketball go if she's going to have a chance at a healthy future.

 

[Longtime fan]

Let's stop using the "head injuries" dodge, they're concussions.

Absolutely. She has had multiple concussions and now seems more vulnerable to them than the average bear. Not a welcoming sign.

 

[Longtime fan]

I have been thinking for a while that Caroline should retire from the game. Head/neck injuries that persist, must be taken seriously. We'll see what happens. But her "problem" ( neck?) is obviously not a quick fix. This is dismaying, but not a surprise.

I have a question; Are her neck spasms a derivative of concussions? I wood think not, but I am not a Doctor.

 

[GoUconn7961]

I think it’s time for Caroline and her parents to re-evaluate her health concerns. Concussions and the aftermath can have long term consequences, as we know. Consistently sitting with ice bags, and ear plugs isn’t good. And, since she’s not playing on a consistent basis it’s hard to shake off the rust when she does.

 

[Linart]

Let's stop using the "head injuries" dodge, they're concussions.

Not a doge, just semantics.

From a respected medical site:

"This information is for anyone who has had a mild head injury (also known as concussion )"

 

[David54]

I have a question; Are her neck spasms a derivative of concussions? I wood think not, but I am not a Doctor.

Not derivative of concussions but perhaps from the same hits to the head.

 

[Cornell Lt]

I have a question; Are her neck spasms a derivative of concussions? I wood think not, but I am not a Doctor.

They can be a result of a concussion:

Many people have neck pain after a concussion or whiplash injury. It may show up immediately after your injury or weeks to months afterward. That pain may involve stiffness, tension, sharp pain, and pain associated with certain movements or behaviors (e.g., looking at your phone). The pain may feel deep or superficial.

 

[hard2please]

anyone know if caroline will be out of action today? i might want to adjust my prediction