Thursday, February 12, 2015

Concussions Require Cognitive as Well as Physical Rest

Coaches and teachers routinely make sure that students who suffer a concussion get some time off from physical activity to recover.  But only half as many insist that study time, computer time, test-taking and other mental activities be significantly limited post-concussion.  Otherwise, recovery can be delayed, and permanent effects might be more likely.

 See Dr. Kelsey Logan’s comments at the American Academy of Pediatrics meeting.  He directs Sports medicine at Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center.


 

 

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