Tag: Concussions
AAN: Over-the-Counter Pain Relivers Tied to Fewer Concussion Symptoms
And, use of over-the-counter pain relievers on day after concussion tied to faster resolution of symptoms versus five or more days after
Persistent Postconcussion Changes Seen in Cerebral Blood Flow
Persistent changes seen in CBF and white matter at return-to-play and up to one year later
AAOS: Header Ban Linked to Decrease in Soccer-Linked Concussions in Children
Reduction seen in number of concussions as percentage of all soccer-related injuries in 2012-2015 to 2020-2023
Sleep Time in First Week Postconcussion Linked to Youth Recovery Outcomes
Maintaining optimal sleep time of approximately seven hours per day doubles likelihood of symptom resolution
History of Concussion May Increase Severe Maternal Mental Illness
Individuals with history of concussion have increased risk for mental illness in the 14 years after delivery
Concussions in Children Less Likely to Be Related to Sport
Higher symptom burden, more frequent visio-vestibular abnormalities, more changes to sleep and daily habits seen for nonsport, recreation-related concussion
Reported Symptoms Most Sensitive Indicator of Concussion
10-word Standardized Assessment of Concussion has limited utility
Mental, Social Disturbances Increased for Children With Prior Concussion
Prior concussion, brain injury symptoms/diagnosis linked to increase in odds of current depressive symptoms, anxiety
Early Exercise After Concussion May Cut Teens’ Anxiety
Links also seen for initial concussion symptom severity and preconcussion anxiety
