MANAGEMENT OF CONCUSSION (MILD TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY) IN THE PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT PATIENT

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Concussion in children and adolescents continues to be a prevalent public health concern. Before 2018, there have not been any broad, evidence-based guidelines in the US for diagnosing, diagnosing, and managing pediatric concussion/mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). The care and education provided to children with concussion/mTBI and their families must be evidence-based, regardless of the clinical and community setting. Clinical outcomes in this population are greatly affected by initial treatment guidelines. Although the most recent treatment guidelines are similar regarding initial management (short period of targeted brain rest), the advancement through recovery is individualized and should consider pre-morbid risk factors that can affect the anticipated recovery.