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A Pediatric Concussion Model in Mice: Closed Head Injury with Long-Term Disorders (CHILD)
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Office-based concussion evaluation, diagnosis, and management: pediatric.
Hugo Paquin1, Alex Taylor2, William P Meehan3
1Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, CHU Ste-Justine, Montreal, QC, Canada.
Handbook of Clinical Neurology
|November 29, 2018
Summary
Pediatric athletes experiencing concussions require tailored management focusing on gradual return to activity. Early intervention and a multidisciplinary approach improve recovery for these common sport-related injuries.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Sports Medicine
- Neurology
- Adolescent Health
Background:
- Increasing participation in youth sports leads to more sport-related injuries.
- Concussion is a prevalent injury in children and adolescents, with rising awareness.
- Pediatric athletes face unique challenges regarding concussion management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the clinical presentation of concussions in pediatric athletes.
- To outline evaluation and management strategies for pediatric concussions.
- To address factors distinctive to concussion recovery in young athletes.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical presentation, evaluation, and management principles.
- Focus on symptom-tailored, gradual return-to-activity protocols.
- Emphasis on a multidisciplinary approach for symptom domains (somatic, cognitive, vestibular, emotional, sleep).
Main Results:
- Concussion management must be individualized based on symptoms.
- Early and gradual return to cognitive and low-risk physical activity is recommended.
- Prolonged recovery is defined as symptoms lasting over 4 weeks.
Conclusions:
- Individualized, safety-focused return-to-play decisions are crucial for pediatric athletes.
- A multidisciplinary approach aids in managing diverse concussion symptoms.
- Tailored management strategies are essential for optimal recovery in young athletes.
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