Wound Care Head wounds Wounds to the head are usually caused by a direct blow to the head from an object such as a bat, ball or racquet, or by another person, such as a foot, elbow or fist. If the blow is hard enough to rupture the skin, the athlete may have an associated concussion and should be referred to a doctor for appropriate management.
Management Apply pressure to stop bleeding using a combine dressing if possible.
Protect yourself by wearing gloves. Remove athlete from the field. Assess the wound. Clean the wound. Apply an appropriate dressing - use wound closure strips or a nonstick wound pad.