Management of persistent postconcussion symptoms in youth: a randomised control trial protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Current management of concussion consists of early education, rest until symptom free, with gradual return to school and physical activity protocols. Although this management strategy is effective for most youth who sustain a concussion, it is not an appropriate strategy for youth with persistent postconcussion symptoms. Prolonged rest and periods of restricted activity may place youth at risk for secondary issues and contribute to the chronicity of postconcussion symptoms. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of an active rehabilitation protocol for youth who are slow to recover from concussion. It is hypothesised that an active rehabilitation intervention can reduce persistent postconcussion symptoms, improve function and facilitate return to activit

SUBMITTER: Reed N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4521537 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature