Journal Club - Concussion Management…Brain Rest or Light exercise?
/Despite the widespread prevalence of concussions, little is known about its ideal management. The traditional recommendation for concussion treatment has centered around the concept of “brain rest” in addition to physical rest. There is little medical evidence to support this recommendation. Our journal club sought to answer whether some physical activity could actually benefit patients with acute concussion and additionally reviewed a study (completed in Maine) that challenged the belief concussions have long term cognitive effects. Read on to see what you think!
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