Concussions result from brain trauma that affects brain function. Most concussions do not
result in a loss of consciousness. Signs and symptoms vary and may include somatic (eg …

The term concussion came to fame in the past decade, as is evidenced by the increase in
the number of concussion-related publications in recent years. With fame came a lot of …

This topic will discuss the clinical manifestations and diagnosis of concussions sustained by
children and adolescents. The management of concussions in children and adolescents, the …

Christopher M. Miles, MD sports concussion legislation, although the content of these laws
varies greatly (Mississippi has brought bills before both the house and senate, but none …

INTRODUCTION—This topic will discuss the management of concussion in children and
adolescents. The clinical manifestations and diagnosis of concussion in children, the …

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 1.6 million to 3.8
million concussions occur in the United States each year. Of those, 65% are estimated to …

Mild traumatic brain injury, also known as concussion, is common in adults and youth and is
a major health concern. Concussion is caused by direct or indirect external trauma to the …

Acute concussion: making the diagnosis and state of the art... : Current Opinion in Pediatrics
Acute concussion: making the diagnosis and state of the art management : Current Opinion in …

OBJECTIVE Children with concussion frequently present to emergency departments (EDs).
There is limited understanding of the differences in signs, symptoms, and epidemiology of …

The term “concussion” is often ambiguous for patients and caregivers, and likewise for many
practitioners the definition remains imprecise. Our understanding of concussion over the last …