Concussion
As legislation shifts and treatments advance, physiatrists have the opportunity to demonstrate the leadership in concussion management. Learn about concussion treatment and prevention with the following resources.
Concussion Resources
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Interviews with the Experts
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A Team Physician's Approach to Sideline Managementan interview with Stan Herring, MD
A discussion with Dr. Stanley Herring, Co-Director of the Seattle Sports Concussion Program and team physician for the Seattle Seahawks and Seattle Mariners, on the appropriate sideline management of sport related concussion including use of the SCAT2. This unique interview gives insight into one of AAPMR's most influential members manages his own athletes on the sidelines
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Basic Pathophysiology of Concussionan interview with Scott Laker, MD
Dr. Laker, of the Children's Colorado Concussion Program, describes the basics of what actually happens to the brain during a concussion and why it is vital to remove athletes with suspected concussion from play immediately.
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Concussion and the Pediatric PatientDr. Aaron Karlin from the Ochsner Children's Health Center discusses issues pertaining directly to the pediatric patient recovering from concussion. This excellent podcast gives an outline on how Dr. Karlin utilizes school accommodations, individualized education programs (IEPs), and 504 plans. This podcast is a must for everyone that manages pediatric concussions.
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Imaging Modalities and Concussion ManagementDr. Peter Gonzalez of Eastern Virginia Medical School and team physician for Hampton University and the Virginia Destroyers discusses how to effectively use imaging modalities in the management of concussion and mild traumatic brain injury. This podcast gives the listener an excellent understanding of how Dr. Gonzalez utilizes standard imaging, like MRI and CT, in his everyday practice and gives some insight into more experimental imaging modalities. If you have questions on how you can use imaging for your concussed athletes, this is the podcast for you!
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Neuropsychological Testing and ConcussionDr. Mike Kirkwood, Co-Director of the Children's Colorado Concussion Program and author of an upcoming textbook on concussion, discusses his personal approach to neuropsychological testing in children recovering from concussion. This podcast gives an excellent look at how a leading expert in neuropsychology approaches the benefits and limitations of formal and computerized neuropsychological testing. This podcast is a must-listen!
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2011 AAPM&R Annual Assembly Plenary Session
This presentation is complementary and is only available to members.
This lecture provided the latest updates on an evidence-based approach to sport concussion prevention and management, and will provide clinicians with detailed information on managing this challenging injury. This session took place on November 18, 2011 with Keynote Speaker Kevin M. Guskiewicz, PhD, ATC and Moderator Scott Laker, MD.
After watching this presentation, participants will be able to: 1) Describe the epidemiology of sport-related concussion; 2) Outline injury prevention strategies; 3) Employ a systematic approach for use of objective concussion assessment tools (helmets, mouthguards, headgear) for managing concussion; 4) Identify, explain, and detect risk of late-life consequences, such as mild cognitive impairment and depression, following repetitive concussions.
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