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Concussion and the adolescent athlete.

Donald E Kimbler1, Marguerite Murphy, Krishnan M Dhandapani

  • 1Department of Neurosurgery, Georgia Health Sciences University, Augusta, GA, USA. dkimbler@georgiahealth.edu

The Journal of Neuroscience Nursing : Journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses
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Youth athletics participation is linked to concussions, a common form of mild traumatic brain injury (TBI). Increased awareness is crucial for early diagnosis and intervention in adolescents.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Sports Medicine
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI) presents significant challenges for patients and healthcare systems.
  • Mild TBI, or concussion, is frequently underdiagnosed due to a lack of understanding of its signs and symptoms.
  • Pediatric head injuries can lead to severe, long-term neurological issues, necessitating better diagnostic and treatment strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the link between youth sports and concussions.
  • To enhance nursing awareness of mild TBI in adolescents.
  • To highlight the importance of diagnosing concussions in young athletes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on youth athletics and concussion incidence.
  • Synthesis of current understanding of mild TBI diagnosis in pediatric populations.
  • Analysis of the role of nursing in identifying and managing concussions.

Main Results:

  • Youth athletics is a significant contributor to mild TBI among adolescents.
  • Concussions in young athletes are often overlooked or misdiagnosed.
  • There is a critical need for improved diagnostic tools and protocols for pediatric head injuries.

Conclusions:

  • Adolescent athletes are at high risk for concussions.
  • Enhanced clinical awareness and diagnostic skills are vital for nurses.
  • Early identification and management of concussions can mitigate long-term neurological deficits.