Citation

Sabini RC, Nutini DN, Nutini M. Phys. Sportsmed. 2014; 42(3): 10-19.

Affiliation

Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Southside Hospital- North Shore Long Island Jewish, Bay Shore, NY. drsabini@gmail.com.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2014, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.3810/psm.2014.09.2070

PMID

25295761

Abstract

Return-to-play (RTP) guidelines in concussion management and treatment continue to challenge clinicians, despite recent updates to the protocols and the ongoing media attention. The current guidelines address individualized treatment planning but are difficult to apply to athletes who experience prolonged symptoms, are younger, or have sustained multiple concussions. Recent literature findings have contributed to an improved understanding and applicability of the guidelines while emphasizing a multidisciplinary paradigm in formulating an individualized RTP decision. Successful implementation of the RTP guidelines will ensure that athletes are protected from further injury and return to their baseline functional status.

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