Browns legend Bernie Kosar Talks About Having to Carry Smelling Salts - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

catlover79 · 01-11-2013, 04:34 PM

http://fox8.com/2013/01/10/bernie-ko...melling-salts/

Posted on: 4:33 pm, January 10, 2013, by John Telich, updated on: 10:27am, January 11, 2013

MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio — On the day it was reported that the late Junior Seau suffered from CTE, a brain disease, resulting from constant brain trauma, former Browns QB Bernie Kosar held a news conference to talk of his experiences post career due to multiple concussions.

Kosar, who led the Browns to three straight AFC title game appearances in the late 1980s, said that he has been dealing with ringing, buzzing in his head, and insomnia over the years. These are many of the symptoms that Seau suffered from during and after his career, which culminated with him taking his own life.

Kosar spoke of situations in games when he had smelling salts on his person. A quick whiff would get his head straight, but not before he would call a play for a straight hand off to Kevin Mack to give him time to recover.

Browns fans have heard Kosar’s speech in recent years and questioned whether he has been drinking or using a controlled substance. Kosar said that is a direct result of the head trauma he suffered in his career.

Kosar said he dealt with symptoms for 10 to 12 years with no relief, but in the last month he has been treated by Dr. Rick Sponaugle of Palm Harbor, Florida. Kosar expressed some relief that the treatments are having a positive effect.

“I really feel blessed to be restored in terms of the brain and the trauma that was there. I almost feel like it’s gone, to the point where I almost feel 20 years younger,” he said.

The news conference was called in order to explain his predicament and to alert other former players of the help he received from Dr. Sponaugle. Kosar claimed he is not part of the thousands of lawsuits brought against the league by former players who suffered head trauma.

MrCleveland · 01-12-2013, 10:09 PM

I hope Bernie Kosar goes through this traumatic scenario well.

Marvo301 · 01-13-2013, 07:33 PM

I'm glad Bernie is experiencing some relief from his symptoms!

catlover79 · 01-14-2013, 03:33 AM

I hope and pray for the best for Bernie. He was one of the most recognizable sports figures in Cleveland when I was a kid...back in the days when the Browns were somewhat decent!!

01-11-2013, 04:34 PM	#1
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	Browns legend Bernie Kosar Talks About Having to Carry Smelling Salts http://fox8.com/2013/01/10/bernie-ko...melling-salts/ Posted on: 4:33 pm, January 10, 2013, by John Telich, updated on: 10:27am, January 11, 2013 MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio — On the day it was reported that the late Junior Seau suffered from CTE, a brain disease, resulting from constant brain trauma, former Browns QB Bernie Kosar held a news conference to talk of his experiences post career due to multiple concussions. Kosar, who led the Browns to three straight AFC title game appearances in the late 1980s, said that he has been dealing with ringing, buzzing in his head, and insomnia over the years. These are many of the symptoms that Seau suffered from during and after his career, which culminated with him taking his own life. Kosar spoke of situations in games when he had smelling salts on his person. A quick whiff would get his head straight, but not before he would call a play for a straight hand off to Kevin Mack to give him time to recover. Browns fans have heard Kosar’s speech in recent years and questioned whether he has been drinking or using a controlled substance. Kosar said that is a direct result of the head trauma he suffered in his career. Kosar said he dealt with symptoms for 10 to 12 years with no relief, but in the last month he has been treated by Dr. Rick Sponaugle of Palm Harbor, Florida. Kosar expressed some relief that the treatments are having a positive effect. “I really feel blessed to be restored in terms of the brain and the trauma that was there. I almost feel like it’s gone, to the point where I almost feel 20 years younger,” he said. The news conference was called in order to explain his predicament and to alert other former players of the help he received from Dr. Sponaugle. Kosar claimed he is not part of the thousands of lawsuits brought against the league by former players who suffered head trauma. Attached Images
	__________________ "Jesus loves you and He approves this message." "I'm alive. I'm feeling good. I'm trying to live every moment as much as I can." - Valerie Harper, March 2013 Last edited by catlover79; 01-11-2013 at 05:21 PM. Reason: double post

01-12-2013, 10:09 PM	#2
MrCleveland Drew Carey from Hell Forum Star Join Date: Nov 10, 2007 Location: The City of Cleveland, in The State of Cleveland, in The United States of Cleveland Posts: 14,235	I hope Bernie Kosar goes through this traumatic scenario well.
	__________________ Thank God for kids that love Obscure Things. Lee Hazlewood (1929-2007) You ARE Special to God! Rev. Ernest Angely (August 1921-May 2021)

01-13-2013, 07:33 PM	#3
Marvo301 I'm NOT a Blockhead! Forum Celebrity Join Date: May 17, 2002 Location: The Great White North Posts: 21,460	I'm glad Bernie is experiencing some relief from his symptoms!
	__________________ Only a life lived for others is worth living. Albert Einstein A life isn't worth living unless it has impact on other lives. Jackie Robinson Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each new year find you a better man. Benjamin Franklin

01-14-2013, 03:33 AM	#4
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	I hope and pray for the best for Bernie. He was one of the most recognizable sports figures in Cleveland when I was a kid...back in the days when the Browns were somewhat decent!!