Concussion in Sport Part 2: Clinical Evaluation and Return to Play
Presented by Todd Arnold
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This case-based course is aimed at preparing physical therapists for the Sports Certified Specialist advanced certification exam but is appropriate for athletic trainers and strength and conditioning specialists looking to expand their knowledge of concussion in sport. In this course, Dr. Arnold teaches therapists and trainers about the pathophysiology of concussion and how to recognize and manage concussion, as well as important considerations for return-to-sport and return-to-school decisions. This is the second course in a two-part series.
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Todd Arnold
Dr. Todd Arnold is a sports medicine physician with more than two decades of experience caring for athletes of all levels. He has been on the sidelines caring for those competing in high school sports, multiple levels of collegiate sports, NCAA Championships, and World Championships. He serves as the medical officer for elite…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Clinical Evaluation
Recognition and management of concussion happens on the field and in the clinic. This chapter covers the importance of standardized and objective assessments to diagnose concussion on the field, on the sideline, and in the clinic.
2. Symptom Management
Symptom management of concussion focuses on managing headaches and sleep. This chapter describes the different methods to manage headache symptoms, remove aggravating disturbances that drive symptoms, and manage sleep in an effective manner.
3. Education and Academic Accommodations
Although there is no cookie-cutter plan for all athletes, this chapter discusses the return to the academic setting and an approach that can be applied to your setting. The situation in the education setting is changing rapidly, and having a concept of where we are now will help set the tone for future ideas.
4. Return-to-Play Considerations
Providing patients with appropriate education on concussion is key to concussion recovery. The athlete should know who to call and when to call if symptoms are worsening, how to mitigate factors that make concussion worse, and what typical recovery timelines are. Additionally, Dr. Arnold discusses the importance of proper equipment fit and how to work with teachers and professors to accommodate the concussion in return to school.
5. New Thinking and Conclusions
Much is changing rapidly in the world of concussion management. This final chapter covers a few new concepts that can be used to care for athletes today and maybe set the stage for future adaptations.
