Concussion

Question 1

concussion

Answer 1

-traumatic brain injury
-caused by direct blow (head/neck/body)
-impulsive force

Question 2

prevention recommendations

Answer 2

-mouth guards
-policies
-disallow body checking (child/adolescent)
-contact practice limitations
-neuromuscular training warm up

Question 3

CRT6

Answer 3

-concussion recognition tool for general public

Question 4

SCAT6

Answer 4

-immediate assessment tool for practitioners

Question 5

SCOAT6

Answer 5

-later in clinic assessment

Question 6

Rest, exercise, recovery recommendations

Answer 6

-rest (24-48h).. light physical and cognitive activity, limit screen time
-after gradual aerobic exercise (low pain)

Question 7

Who should seek rehabilitation

Answer 7

-headaches, neck pain, dizziness, balance problems (10 days)
-adolescents w/ symptoms (>4 weeks)

Question 8

Technology for diagnosis

Answer 8

-neuroimaging, fluid-based biomarkers, genetic testing, clinical assessment

Question 9

Stepping stones for recovery

Answer 9

1) symptom resolution at rest
2) complete symptom resolution
3) return to learn (10 days)
4) return to sport

Question 10

Supports for RTL (learn)

Answer 10

-environmental (modified attendance, breaks)
-physical (avoid risk activities)
-curriculum (extra time)
-testing (delay, extra time to complete)

Question 11

Common symptoms

Answer 11

1) headache
2) dizziness
3) neck pain