New food for thought: Promoting updated concussion management guidelines

Strohbehn, Ian A

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New food for thought: Promoting updated concussion management guidelines

Strohbehn, Ian A

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http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Abstract

Many in the general public are only aware of outdated concussion management strategies which emphasize strict rest. These strategies may delay healing and increase incidence of post-concussion syndrome. Current guidelines recommend early return to light physical activity which can shorten time to recovery.