Changes in pediatric concussion management were linked to decreased duration of symptoms among middle school and high school athletes ages 11 to 18 who were diagnosed with a first-time, sports-related concussion, researchers reported in the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine. The findings were based on data involving 182 athletes. Read the research study here.
The change in care from strict rest or cocoon therapy to a return to low-intensity physical or cognitive activity after 24 to 48 hours is part of the NYSED Concussion Management Guidelines (Revised 2018) available here.
