Citation

Cantu RC. Clin. Sports Med. 2003; 22(3): 593-603, x.

Affiliation

Neurosurgery Service, Emerson Hospital, 133 Ormac, Concord, MA 01742, USA. rcantu@emersonhosp.org

Copyright

(Copyright © 2003, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

12852688

Abstract

This article focuses on the issues related to recurrent athletic head injuries; specifically, when cumulative exponential injury or the second impact syndrome may be anticipated. Case histories and research studies are used to illustrate the salient points. A signs-and-symptoms checklist for use in concussion evaluation and management is included. Finally, the topic of when to retire after repeated athletic head injuries is discussed and illustrated with a case study.

Language: en