The dangers associated with head injuries are increasingly well-reported in the media. However, increased awareness has led some people to seek out concussion remedies and prevention tools that are not validated. In many cases, products claiming to offer "protection" and "faster recovery" are unproven and offer a false sense of security.

Though parents routinely ask for a 'concussion-proof' helmet, there is no way to prevent a brain injury... short of not participating in the sport.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/ct-met-concussion-products-health-20110625,0,761365,full.story

Young athletes who return to play too quickly after a head injury are particularly prone to a second injury. This second impact can result in long-term impairment or even death. The importance of proper recognition and management of concussion among young athletes cannot be over-emphasized.

Beware of 'Second-Impact Syndrome' After Concussions:

http://health.usnews.com/health-news/diet-fitness/fitness/articles/2011/05/22/beware-of--second-impact-syndrome-after-concussions

With children involved in year-round sports at younger ages, worries about concussions and sports injuries, in general, has reached down to neighborhood playgrounds and youth leagues... "We think the rise in incidence is a little of both better reporting and more concussions. Kids are practicing and playing more all year round than before, so there is more risk exposure."

Hurt Alert: Concussion awareness in young athletes is rising:

http://www.staradvertiser.com/features/featuresstories/20110524_Hurt_alert.html