Concussion 101: The Current State of Concussion Education Programs

Department

neurology

Document Type

Article

Abstract

Concussion is an important cause of morbidity in young student athletes. The prevention, accurate diagnosis, and prompt management of concussions require that players, parents, coaches, and medical personnel are accurately educated on current concussion data and guidelines. All states have laws that mandate concussion education for high school athletes. There is currently no uniform educational program to disseminate information to student athletes regarding concussions. This article highlights a few nationally recognized educational programs that aim to accurately and effectively inform all members of the athletic, academic, and medical communities about the importance and urgency of concussion.

Medical Subject Headings

neurology

Publication Date

2014

Publication Title

Neurosurgery

ISSN

0148-396X

Volume

75

First Page

S131

Last Page

S135

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1227/NEU.0000000000000482

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