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A Neuroscientific Approach to the Examination of Concussions in Student-Athletes
Published on: December 8, 2014
Returning to School Following Sport-Related Concussion
Grant L Iverson1, Gerard A Gioia2
1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA; Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Boston, MA, USA; MassGeneral Hospital for Children Sport Concussion Program, Boston, MA, USA; Home Base Program, Red Sox Foundation, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA; Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Center for Health and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, 79/96 Thirteenth Street, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA 02129, USA.
Abstract:
Following sport-related concussion, the priorities for student athletes are return to school and extracurricular activities. Consensus-based practice recommendations emphasize rest and gradual resumption of activities. Specific evidence-based recommendations are not available. This article provides recommendations, strategies, and a general approach to the recovery process. Most youth recover clinically and return to their normal activities within the first month following injury. It is best to avoid prolonged time off from school and restrictions on social and recreational activities because these might result in adverse consequences, such as life stress, depression, and falling behind in school.
