Early Initiation of Vestibular Therapy Following Sports-Related Concussions: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Background: Vestibular dysfunction is common following sports-related concussions (SRC). Within the current practice, it is theorized that patients with vestibular dysfunction as sequelae of sports-related concussion have a prolonged recovery time compared to those without vestibular dysfunction.

Study Method:  A retrospective, cohort investigation of 282 subjects with sports-related concussions with vestibular dysfunction was conducted at The Sports Medicine Concussion Clinic, Duke University.

Medical Diagnoses in a University Athlete Training Room Clinic.

Introduction: Approximately 560 000 student-athletes participate in university athletic programs every year. These athletes develop a variety of medical injuries and illnesses during their time at the university. There is currently a paucity of data with regarding medical encounters in a dedicated university athlete training room clinic.