Pediatric Concussion.
Concussion is defined as a mild traumatic brain injury with symptoms typically lasting days to weeks after the initial injury. Increased concern regarding the lasting effects of a concussion has prompted researchers to critically evaluate differences in recovery, treatments, and other factors in ped...
| Publicado en: | Optometry & Visual Performance Vol. 8; no. 3; pp. 151 - 156 |
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| Formato: | Journal Article |
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Optometric Extension Program
2020
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| Acceso en línea: | Ver este registro en EBSCOhost |
| Sumario: | Concussion is defined as a mild traumatic brain injury with symptoms typically lasting days to weeks after the initial injury. Increased concern regarding the lasting effects of a concussion has prompted researchers to critically evaluate differences in recovery, treatments, and other factors in pediatric populations. Age-specific studies of concussion are currently lacking; adult guidelines for treatment after a concussion are being applied to pediatric populations. Current research has challenged the traditional treatment of strict rest in younger individuals after a concussion, evaluated the adherence to management protocols, and assessed the financial burden of taking care of a child after a concussion. Understanding the differences between adult and pediatric populations after a brain injury is essential in determining the proper treatment for the individual. It is the goal of these article reviews to highlight research in the field of pediatric concussion today. |
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