Following a concussion, Panthers player Hayden Hurst was diagnosed with post-traumatic amnesia.
After sustaining a concussion from a hit during the team’s Week 10 loss to the Chicago Bears, tight end Hayden Hurst of the Carolina Panthers has not played since November 9.
Hurst’s father disclosed on Wednesday that Hurst sustained a hit that caused post-traumatic amnesia, according to a separate neurologist’s diagnosis.
Jerry Hurst wrote on X, formerly Twitter, that “[he] has been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Amnesia by an independent neurologist as a result of the hit he took in Chicago November 9.” “Recovering slowly; uncertain when he will return. Thank you for the prayers!”
Hurst was hit during the Panthers’ Thursday Night Football match against the Chicago Bears in the fourth quarter, but he didn’t leave the game, even though for a brief while he seemed to be in the fencing posture, which is an abnormal arm position that occurs after a concussion.
Post-traumatic amnesia: What is it?
As per the Cleveland Clinic, one type of amnesia that may arise following an injury is called post-traumatic amnesia. It may involve more than one type of amnesia.
Those who experience it may also become frustrated and confused as a result of their inability to recall new information that has come to light after the injury, where they are, or how they got there.
Hayden Hurst’s state of injury
Hurst claimed that for up to four hours following the Nov. 9 game, he was forgetful. In preparation for the Panthers’ Week 14 matchup against the New Orleans Saints, he participated in just a limited amount of practice on Wednesday. He has not played in any of the team’s previous three games.
The 30-year-old stated that the injury won’t end his career and thanked the supporters.
He posted on Thursday morning on X, saying, “I appreciate everyone reaching out & checking on me.” “A few weeks ago, I had a pretty bad concussion against the Bears, and for up to four hours after the game, I couldn’t remember anything. It’s a scary scenario, but the Panthers have been amazing in helping me through it.
“Although terrifying, it won’t end your career. I’m hoping to make it back for the final few weeks of the season as I’m starting to play again this week! God bless you and keep beating!”
