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Return-to-school protocols in pediatric concussion care.

Talin Babikian1, Madison Harris2, Elvina Chow1

  • 1University of California, 760 Westwood Blvd., Rm C8-849, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA.

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Pediatric concussion management needs improved school return strategies. Early, supported return to school is recommended, but challenges persist due to inconsistent implementation and complex student needs.

Keywords:
GuidelinesPediatric concussionReturn to learnReturn to school

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric neurology
  • Educational psychology
  • Rehabilitation medicine

Background:

  • Pediatric concussion significantly impacts school participation.
  • Current return-to-school practices are inconsistently applied.
  • There's a growing consensus on the benefits of early, supported academic re-entry.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence, guidelines, and practices for pediatric concussion return to school.
  • To identify gaps between recommendations and real-world implementation.
  • To propose strategies for improved school reintegration.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review.
  • Synthesis of clinical guidelines and educational policy.
  • Analysis of multidisciplinary care models.

Main Results:

  • Early return to school with symptom-limited activity is widely endorsed.
  • Prolonged cognitive rest is no longer supported.
  • Students face multifaceted challenges (learning, sensory, emotional, environmental) beyond initial re-entry.
  • Older students may face greater challenges.
  • Multidisciplinary care is recommended but lacks operational guidance.
  • Implementation varies, leading to inequitable support.

Conclusions:

  • Current return-to-learn and return-to-school models are limited.
  • Supported return to full school participation is crucial.
  • Practical strategies and research are needed to improve outcomes and equity.