@article{ref1,
title="Multimodal evaluation and management of children with concussion: Using our heads and available evidence",
journal="Brain injury",
year="2014",
author="Gioia, Gerard A.",
volume="29",
number="2",
pages="195-206",
abstract="BACKGROUND: Significant attention has been focused on concussions in children, but a dearth of research evidence exists supporting clinical evaluation and management. <br><br>AIM: The primary objective of this review paper is to describe a multimodal, developmentally adapted, standardized concussion assessment and active rehabilitation approach for children as young as 5 years old. <br><br>METHODS: This study reviews the CDC-funded research programme, including the development of tools for post-concussion symptom assessment involving the child and parent, measurement of specific neurocognitive functions and assessment of dynamic cognitive exertional effects. <br><br>RESULTS: A clinical approach to active, individualized, moderated concussion rehabilitation management is presented, including a 10-step guide to symptom management, with a specific focus on the school challenges faced by the recovering student. <br><br>CONCLUSION: To better inform concussion practice across the developmental age spectrum, a significant need exists for further research evidence to refine clinical assessment methods and develop effective treatment approaches.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0269-9052",
doi="10.3109/02699052.2014.965210",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/02699052.2014.965210"
}