Management of concussion and post-concussion syndrome
@article{Willer2006ManagementOC, title={Management of concussion and post-concussion syndrome}, author={B. Willer and J. Leddy}, journal={Current Treatment Options in Neurology}, year={2006}, volume={8}, pages={415-426} }
Opinion statementConcussion and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) are common clinical problems. [...] Key Method We evaluate the limited evidence-based pharmacologic treatment of acute concussion symptoms and PCS symptoms and also discuss return to activity recommendations, with an emphasis on athletes. Lastly, we suggest a promising new direction for helping patients recover from PCS.Expand Abstract
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Conditions | Post-Concussion Syndrome, Sports Related Post Concussion Syndrome |
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Intervention | Device |
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