• Curr Sports Med Rep · Jan 2010

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    Postconcussion syndrome in athletes.

    • Vijay Jotwani and Kimberly G Harmon.
    • Indiana University Sports Medicine Fellowship, Indianapolis, IN; 2University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA. vjotwani@iupui.edu
    • Curr Sports Med Rep. 2010 Jan 1;9(1):21-6.

    AbstractPostconcussion syndrome (PCS) is a constellation of physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms that persist in a small percentage of patients who suffer from a concussion. There is significant debate regarding the definition and pathophysiology of PCS. This article reviews these controversies, the factors that may predict PCS, potential diagnostic and treatment options, and return-to-activity considerations for the sports medicine physician.

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