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- The rise in sport-related concussions has sparked public health concerns, emphasizing the need for effective management guidelines and trained healthcare providers.
- The report offers practical guidance on creating a sports concussion program, covering team selection, community assessment, education, partnerships, management strategies, and athlete accessibility.
- The aim is to provide valuable insights and recommendations for both new and existing concussion programs to improve athlete care.
Article Abstract
The increasing incidence and associated consequences of sport-related concussion have been at the forefront of public health concerns in recent years, prompting the need for safe and effective management guidelines and availability of appropriately trained healthcare providers. In this report we provide practical and user-friendly information regarding several important factors to consider when developing a sports concussion program, including how to select relevant team members, assess community needs and available resources, provide concussion education, secure and nurture partnerships with athletic programs, implement management strategies that align with current practice standards, and cater to athletes' unique needs in terms of program accessibility. It is hoped that the knowledge shared and proposed recommendations will be beneficial for guiding both newly developing and established concussion programs alike.
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