HEAD GET YOUR IN THE GAME BY STEPHANIE R. CONNER Know the signs of a concussion and how to prevent long-term damage PHOTO BY TETRA IMAGES/SUPERSTOCK You're on your feet, shaking a foam finger high in the air to the beat of the fight song. You know you'll have a sore throat tomorrow from all the cheering, but this is your kid's team, and this is one exciting game. Then, suddenly, the crowd falls silent. The athletes stop playing. The coach and trainer race to help your child off the field. Your heart stops. When your child suffers a head injury, what do you do? Injuries, including concussions, are part of sports at every level of play. But to prevent long-term damage, it's important to know the signs of a concussion and what steps to take next. SUM MER 2014 25