The auditory comprehension changes over time after sport-related concussion can indicate multisensory processing dysfunctions

The auditory comprehension changes over time after sport‐related concussion can indicate multisensory processing dysfunctions

Background Although science findings and treatment approaches of a concussion have changed in recent years, there continue to be challenges in understanding the nature of the post-concussion behavior. There is growing a body of evidence that some deficits can be related to an impaired auditory processing. Purpose To assess auditory comprehension changes over time following sport-related concu...

Sport-related concussion.

Sport-related concussion is a common injury in children and adolescents. Athletes seldom report concussive symptoms, which makes the diagnosis a challenge. The management of sport-related concussion has changed significantly over the last several years. The previously used grading systems and return-to-play guidelines have been abandoned in favor of more individualized assessment and management...

School Attendance and Symptoms in Adolescents After Sport-Related Concussion

The epidemiology of sport-related concussion.

Concussions and head injuries may never be completely eliminated from sports. However, with better data comes an improved understanding of the types of actions and activities that typically result in concussions. With this knowledge can come improved techniques and rule changes to minimize the rate and severity of concussions in sports. This article identifies the factors that affect concussion...

Sport-related concussion in the young athlete.

PURPOSE OF REVIEW The purpose of this review is to present an overview of sport-related concussion in the young athlete and review recent publications of clinical and scientific importance. RECENT FINDINGS Recent findings show that young athletes are more susceptible to concussions than older athletes and more likely to develop second impact syndrome, as well as long-term negative cumulative ...