Patrick O’ Flaherty*

Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia, Canada

*Corresponding Author: Patrick O’ Flaherty, Department of Physical Therapy, University of British Columbia, Canada.

Received: October 14, 2022; Published: December 05, 2022

Abstract

With an ever increasing participation in sports ranging from recreational to professional, there has been a substantial rise in the incidence and identification of sports related concussion (SRC). Therefore, assessment and management strategies are vital to aid in the recovery and safe return of players to their chosen sport. The following review article will detail the current strategies and consensus in the identification, assessment and management of SRC.

Keywords: Sports; Related; Concussion

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Citation

Citation: Patrick O’ Flaherty., et al. “Sports Related Concussion: A Review”.Acta Scientific Orthopaedics 6.1 (2022): 17-24.

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