Future Directions in Sports-Related Concussion Management
This article focuses on 3 concepts that continue to be investigated in the search for the holy grail of concussion—a valid diagnostic test. Imaging advances are discussed with optimism that…
Considerations for Athlete Retirement After Sport-Related Concussion
The recommendation to retire from sport after concussion has evolved with the understanding of concussion. Age, sport, position, level of play, relevant medical and concussion history, severity and duration of…
Long-Term Neurocognitive, Mental Health Consequences of Contact Sports
This article presents a brief history and literature review of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in professional athletes that played contact sports. The hypothesis that CTE results from concussion or sub-concussive…
Prevention of Sport-Related Concussion
Concussion remains a common injury among sports participants. Implementing risk-reduction strategies for sport-related concussion (SRC) should be a priority of medical professionals involved in the care of athletes. Over the…
Sports-Related Concussions and the Pediatric Patient
Pediatric patients with concussions have different needs than adults throughout the recovery process. Adolescents, in particular, may take longer to recover from concussion than adults. Initially, relative rest from academic…
Female Athlete and Sports-Related Concussions
Female athletes are participating in collision sports in greater numbers than previously. The overall incidence of concussion is known to be higher in female athletes than in male athletes participating…
Medical Therapies for Concussion
The medications used in postconcussion syndrome are typically used to help manage or minimize disruptive symptoms while recovery proceeds. These medications are not routinely used in most concussions that recover…
Neuroimaging in Sports-Related Concussion
Mild traumatic brain injuries, or concussions, often result in transient brain abnormalities not readily detected by conventional imaging methods. Several advanced imaging studies have been evaluated in the past couple…
Rehabilitation of Sport-Related Concussion
This article provides a summary of clinical assessment methods and nonpharmacologic rehabilitation techniques used for concussed patients. It describes concussion-relevant physical examination methods to identify underlying symptom generators. This approach…
Neuropsychological Assessment of Sport-Related Concussion
Neuropsychological assessment is a key component in a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to assessment of sport-related concussion (SRC). Currently computerized tests are the most commonly used modality of neurocognitive testing and…
