Predictors of Speech Language Pathology Referral After Pediatric Concussion Using a Speech Language Checklist.

Speech language pathologists have the training to treat pediatric concussion issues in communication; however, they have traditionally not been included in initial concussion treatment. Despite physician understanding of speech language pathologist engagement in traumatic brain injury, speech language pathologist referrals happen only after significant issues in returning to school occurred. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate predictors of physician referral to speech language pathologist using a speech language pathologist screening checklist.