10/17/2023
Concussion Recovery:🧠
When your child is very active in a sport, recovery after a concussion can be challenging. However, it is important to know the steps to safely return to their sport of choice to prevent future injuries and to ensure appropriate healing times.
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Based on Campbell’s: “Specific return-to-activity recommendations are controversial because the progression to activity should be individualized to each patient and focused on symptom and impairment recovery rather than days since the injury occurred. A gradual return to activity program is generally accepted as the safest way to help progress a patient back to preinjury activity levels (Table 15.7). If symptoms arise during this progression, modification should be made to allow the symptoms to resolve.”
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Resource: Campbell’s Pediatric PT book (page 1172 Table 15.7 for reference).
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If you notice any changes in your child’s state after experiencing a concussion be sure to reach out to your primary care provider for further evaluation.
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All content is for educational purposes, not to diagnose. If you have any concerns, feel free to ask questions or consult your primary care physician.
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Remember: Baby steps daily can lead to big changes overall!👶🏻👣
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