Treatment for head injury depends on the severity of the injury, Dr. Philbrook said. However, the best treatment for head injury is prevention, he stressed. If it never happens, you don't have a problem. Watch them closely when they climb on chairs and other household items. Set an example by wearing a helmet yourself at all times.
Playgrounds can be dangerous, too.
Choose areas where equipment is on a soft surface, such as rubber mats, wood chips, sand or pebble gravel. Children should wear the required protective equipment, especially headgear. Also, a lot of head and neck injuries happen while they're learning to dive. No matter what age, Dr. Philbrook cites motor vehicle accidents as the most common cause for head injuries. Improper use of car seats or seat belts is a major contributing factor.